Learn from the Pros: Fundamentals of Fastpitch Softball Pitching - Ball Presentation Wind-Up by Philadelphia Force

Chapter 1: Pitching Mechanics
1

Introduction to Pitching Mechanics
2

Stretching and Warm-Ups
3

Starting Position on the Mound
Lesson 4:
Ball Presentation Wind-Up
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- Start with the ball out of the glove.
  
  Right-handers keep the ball in their right hand, left-handers in their left hand.
  
  The hands then come together and stay together.
  
  The pitcher has to start her pitch. If the ball comes back out of the glove for any reason, it will be called as an illegal pitch.
  
  Keep the next movement simple - a push is easiest.
  
  Tip: A pitcher can start however she likes. Usually the ball is on one side of the body and the glove on the other side. Bring both hands together, or rather ball and glove together. Then your player can begin her motion. Once her hands come together, she must not separate before beginning her motion.
5

Arm Circle
6

Stride
7

Angle of Stride
8

Glove Positioning
9

Open/Closing Hips Position
10

Release Point for Fastball
11

Proper Fastball Follow-Through
12

Proper Foot Drag/Kick
13

Defense Position After Release
14

Strong Front Side
15

Weight Transfer
Chapter 2: Pitches
16

Introduction to Pitches
17

Fastball Grip
18

Fastball (Demonstration)
19

Horseshoe and Circle Change-Up Grips
20

Change-Up (Demonstration)
21

Grip for Rise and Curve Ball
22

Curveball (Demonstration)
23

Rise Ball (Demonstration)