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Break of the hands

Pitchers

EasyAbout 2 minAll pitchersPIT003

Dry deliveries checking the hands separate at the top of the leg lift. A daily check.

Original drill sheet (PIT003)

Set up

Each pitcher 3 m or more from a target such as a mark on a fence. No ball thrown.

You need: Gloves, balls

Steps

  1. Dry delivery from the wind-up
  2. Hands separate as the leg reaches its highest point
  3. Finish with the fingers on top of the ball
  4. Ten from the wind-up, ten from the stretch

Coaching points