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Towel drill

Pitchers At home

EasyAbout 10 minPitchers

A full delivery with a small towel in place of a ball. Builds extension and a clean arm path anywhere, with no throwing load.

Set up

Hand towel held by one corner. A partner holds a glove at full-extension distance in front of you.

You need: Hand towel

Steps

  1. Set up on the rubber line
  2. Full delivery, towel in the throwing hand
  3. Snap the towel into the glove at the end
  4. Reset and repeat for 10 to 15 reps

Coaching points

Adjust it

Easier

Start from the stretch position only.

Harder

Move the glove 10 cm further away each set.