The first is what we call “pre-tracking.” This is when the backswing causes the pitchers shoulders/chest to turn to the side instead of staying square to the catcher. There are two big problems that can arise with an uncontrolled backswing. When you have a backswing, it can create momentum for building arm speed, which is super important for pitchers! Second, I feel that a controlled backswing can help create a sense of rhythm and momentum. A loose backswing can help a pitcher stay relaxed throughout the whole pitch. If you start stiff, your whole motion is going to be stiff. The goal is to have a completely relaxed arm throughout the entire motion. All too often I see girls with stiff pre-motions, and that often affects the rest of the pitch. It is my personal opinion that a backswing can help a pitcher’s arm stay relaxed. Now, let’s discuss pros and cons of each! What I consider a good backswing is a relaxed swing that slightly passes the hip. She now has to work twice as hard to get tall again to deliver the pitch. With such a huge motion, I see injury potential, and it just makes a pitchers job more difficult. I don’t like seeing insane motions where, for example, the pitcher bends her upper body all the way over so it looks like her face is about to hit the ground, and the arm goes back so high it looks like it might dislocate from her body entirely. That being said, I want to make clear what I consider to be a good backswing. I am a fan of backswings and used one for my entire pitching career. It’s a question that has been debated over and over again…well at least it has been between Coach Phil and myself! The pitching pre-motion…is it better to have a backswing, or is it better to have no backswing?Ĭoach Phil and I are on opposite ends of the spectrum on this topic.
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