Tagged With "Bat Speed"
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Cubs - Cardinals THIS WEEKEND!
While I try to stay out of the fray when it comes to this rivalry, I will be watching all of the games. Yes, even over the fireworks tonight. Therefore, I've gotten, "up to speed" on all of the various internet sites and all of the "stuff" that comes...
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Pitching Speeds
How are pitching speeds determined? Is it the speed of the ball when it crosses the plate? Is it the speed of the ball at some interim location between the mound and the plate? Is it the maximum speed the pitch reaches? Not that it really matters, I'm...
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Just Curious: Pitch combination
I want to know what your thoughts are on what you feel a deadly pitch combination is. I know that if you have three different "great" pitches that is a good combo because your varying speed and location keeping the hitter off balance. I like the...
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bat speed
does anybody know any good training exercise to develop bat speed and ball distance?
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Bio-Mechanical Aspects of the Kinetic Chain In The Swing
I figured there had to be a place for this discussion.Many aspects of human movements in sport can be readily understood by Newtonian rigid-body mechanics. Many of these laws and biomechanical principles, however, are counterintuitive to a lot of...
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Why do so many righthanders hit as a lefty?
It has been a while since my last post. Something has come up in my mind that I can't find the answer for my self so this is why I turn towards the HSBaseballweb for advice/the answer.Is there a scientific explanation why so many right handed players...
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Is this pitchinig information have any truth to it
some guy told me this:velocity is not about arm strength but about arm speed. And the only way to speed up the arm is to get the body moving faster so the forces are efficiently passed from one part to the next. No amount of arm strength drills will...
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Pitching Sequence
Hello,I am new to the board. It seems to have a lot of good advice. Maybe someone can shed some light on this for me. My son is 15 yrs old and pitches for our local Jr. American Legion team. He has a decent fastball which only a few hitters can catch...
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Pitch Sequence - What not to do!
This is in response to the pitch sequence thread in the general forum but since I'm using a Pony 13 all-star team as an example I posted it in here.My starter last night essentially threw the ball by the first three hitters. We went up 6-0 in the...
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Rule verification
Ok, let me set up a crazy senario I had in a HS game:Runners on the corners, 1 out, pitcher on rubber prior to coming set: when I (field ump) look over, I notice the kid on 1st walking way off the bag towards the outfield grass (I mean he literally...
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Baseline Question
Ok, let me set up a crazy senario I had in a HS game:Runners on the corners, 1 out, pitcher on rubber prior to coming set: when I (field ump) look over, I notice the kid on 1st walking way off the bag towards the outfield grass (I mean he literally...
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Texas Baseball Showcase
2008 Summer Baseball Showcases www.TexasBaseballShowcase.com 100+ College & Pro Scouts Invited to Attend DEMONSTRATE & ELEVATE YOUR POTENTIAL •Expose Your Physical Potential Critical to aiding in development, pinpoint your strengths and develop a training plan with your coaches. Show the scouts your desire to improve. •Enhance Your Mental Game Baseball is 90% mental and scouts look for players with total ability to contribute to their team. At these showcases, you can truly show...
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coaching dilemma
We have a player that has been on our team for 5 years (14u). He has always been very productive--bats leadoff, hits for high avg (about 400), walks a lot, OBP of over 600, hits for decent power to all fields, leads the team in stolen bases, runs...
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Arm Speed
just a quick question. I've heard it said, if you can throw 93 from the outfield for example, then you have arm speed. Lets say an OF/P is throwing 93 from the outfield is it true they will eventually be able to throw 93 from the mound as they mature...
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Off speed pitches?
I am a 14 year old and i am about to be going into high school as a freshman. My fastball clocks out at about 78 and i was wondering if anyone has any suggestions for an off-speed pitch or 2 that i can use without hurting my arm?
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DII WORLD SERIES REPORT
WOW! What an experience being here in Alabama!According to the press and local papers Southern Conn. is the Rodney Dangerfield of the tournament.(NO RESPECT!) I have to admit though SCSU is going to have a rough time of it down here. I saw 2 games...
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Flash! Limom84's son can hit!!!!!!!!!!
All right, folks, I have enjoyed playing with you all. I am NOT a man, but my husband has helped me with some of this. He played D1 baseball, so he knows a little bit more about this than most. Okay, I agree. Baseball is about hitting. Unfortunately,...
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100 mph
Who are some of the pitchers that hit triple digits on the gun. Leo Mazzone said John Rocker and Smoltz could do it in the bullpen.(Now don't go on about control, change of speed, movement, etc. This is just a discussion.)
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Just Fred
Fred, Just Fred:A cop stops a car for traveling faster than the posted speed limit. Since he's in a good mood that day he decides he might give the fellow a break and write him out a warning instead of a ticket. So, he asks the man his name."Fred," he...
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Interesting correlation between pitching speed and body growth.
I noticed a very interesting correlation between pitching speed and body weight gain. For every 10 lb weight gain, a kid's pitching speed consistantly going up 4-5 mph. Assume a pitcher with good mechanic pitches 75 mph at 150 lb, do you think he will...
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help - sunburned pitcher
My college sophmore got sunburned on his spring trip over the weekend. He is set to pitch tomorrow. Is there anything we can do to ease the pain for his outing and speed the healing? It is mostly on his shoulders and back. Thanks a bunch.
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Updates at AB Athletic Development
Just wanted to post an update here because I know a lot of people from NH read here. We are almost done with our move into our new facility and we are very excited about what we can do now. We are upgrading from a 2700 sq ft location to a 6800 sq ft...
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Speed
I would like any info re increasing speed in the Kansas City Area? ( trainers, clinics, facilities)/Thanks
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Transfers II - A Series of Fortunate Events?
Well, we are off and running on our quest to transfer. The Coach expressed disappointment, but said he would not stand in the way of transfer approval. (From what I've heard, it's very rare for a school to deny a transfer request).A wrinkle in the...
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Radar Baseball
Bought a couple of the baseballs with built in speed readings. They seem to be fair as long as you dont hit the ground first. How accurate do you think these things are as compaered to a radar gun??
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stop watch to clock pitch speed
Can anyone give me the formula for determining pitch speed by useing a stop watch? I know it is not overly accurate but it would give us an idea of the pitch speed. Thanks!
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Velocity Increase?
I am a 2015 LHP looking for advice on velocity increase. This past summer I cruised at 80-81 and topped at 84 once or twice. I have read and heard that pitchers can gain 3-4 MPH in the offseason/every year with the right work ethic. This offseason I...
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Speed?
Im going into high school and need to know what MIDDLE SCHOOL average speeds are normal. I wanna pitch on my fresh/JV (same team, we dont have a HUGE baseball program) team as a starter. I was radared at 72-74 by my pitching coach. If this is slow,...
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Catcher Faking Throw
Two interesting plays this week highlighted the need to be sure our catchers know the correct way to fake a throw to 2nd with men on 1st & 3rd. Game #1: had a catcher try to fake the throw with the ball actually in his throwing hand. He started the throw to 2nd looking realistic but as his throwing arm moved through the slot he began to let up in an effort to not accidentally loose his grip on the ball. Two things happened, one he didn’t fool anyone with the “fake”, and...
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looking for team in Tampa,Fl area 18U
My DOB is 11-28-90 and I am 17.I can play any position on the field,but my best positions are Right Field and Pitcher,I am a RHP,I throw mid 80's,and I have a really really good outfield arm.My bat is solid,I hit for alot of power,and I hit alot of...
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They all throw 90+
My son's D3 team played a non-conference game this week against a strong D2 team that has 5 pitchers who throw in the 90s. http://www.mnsu.edu/news/read.php?id=1115312767 We saw 3 of those 5 pitch in this game (I think they were using it as a warmup...
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Age to Start Showcases
We have a very talented player finishing his Freshman year. He obviously is still growing in height and will probably add speed to his arm. Yet, he still dominates in his small high school league. Should he attend a showcase? Or, should he wait...
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Good young player
I have a quick question. I ahve a 14 year old 8th grader on my team and he hits the ball 330 ft on a good hit he has a great arm and a is a good fielder. he has ok speed and can play any where on the field. he is 5-11 150 pounds and his best is 3rd...
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great young player prep or public school
I have a quick question. I have a 14 year old 8th grader on my team and he hits the ball 330 ft on a good hit, he has a great arm and is a good fielder. he has ok speed and can play any where on the field. he is 5-11 150 pounds and his best is 3rd...
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Weight Shift
In my view, weight should not be shifted unless a swing will occur.Good weight shift is constant through the swing. It helps start the bat forward assisting the arms in bringing the bat into the zone. Hip turn as an additional aid in increasing bat...
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Question I couldn't answer
My son will be entering High School next year (9th grade) and loves playing catcher and 3B. Based on what he has seen he expects to be asked to pitch. He throws hard, decent movement and has some good off speed. The problem is he doesnt really like to...
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Holding the bat, with hands apart?
hi all, fairly new to the boards. my son was a graduating senior this past year and is a left handed first baseman. He has a very unusual batting quark that has me puzzled. He holds his hands with a space between them on the bat. He says that this...
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significant senior season
This is totally curiosity only - but since I have often wondered about it and never figured it out I figure I may as well ask the question.Quite often I read about a player that did not sign in the early signing period. They usually include a bit...
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It seems to help
I was working with some HS hitters last night. I was experimenting with the cue " replace your shoulders". It seemed to increase bat speed, create a mental cue to turn through with the hips too, and definitely got positive results in all three...
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Offseason Velocity Increase
I am a 2015 LHP looking for advice on velocity increase. This past summer I cruised at 80-81 and topped at 84 once or twice. I have read and heard that pitchers can gain 3-4 MPH in the offseason/every year with the right work ethic. This offseason I...
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Slowing down your bat speed for better control
Just curious what the thought process is for this. HS batting coach wants my son to swing at 75-80%. He doesn't strike out much. Is this normal?
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Bat speed vs distance ball is hit
Instead of stealing another thread I am starting a new one. For those who have not seen it here is the aplet that has distance vs ball velocity. For a ball to travel 400' the ball velocity needs to be 105 MPH. The question of Pujol's bat velocity came...
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Too Much Concern for No reason
I notice many parent/posters worrying about velocity. bat speed, foot speed etc---that is all well and good but many of these posters have players that are not yet in HS.My advice to you ,for what it may be worth, is simple--let the boy play--pre'HS,...
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When to stop working out
My son is a HS Freshman. He has been working out 2-3 times per week at the HS gym and going for speed and agility 2x a week. He is primarily a pitcher. HS tryouts start Match 5.We are wondering if we should stop the workouts before the tryouts start....
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Visual Mechanics
A while back I read a book that I think was titled The Psychology of Baseball. In the earlier chapters it talked about how a hitter sees the ball. I am summarizing here but, I believe it said there were two ways that a hitter sees the baseball. I am...
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Columbia State 2010 Commitments
We are very happy to welcome the following players to the Charger Baseball family for the 2010-2011 season. It is super exciting to have these young men joining our program. Every one of these student-athletes are outstanding young men and will have...
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Blisters on throwing fingers
My son is the starting pitcher for his JV squad and a relief pitcher for Varsity. After approximately thirty to thirty five pitches he develops a sore or tear on his right hand pointer finger. This did not present any real dilemmas with his fast ball...