How to Throw a Changeup Behind in the Count

How to Throw a Changeup Behind in the Count

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Health Sciences, Physical Ed, Biology

1st - 6th Grade

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The video discusses the strategy of using a changeup pitch when a pitcher is behind in the count. It highlights the advantages of a changeup over a curveball, especially in unexpected counts. The speaker shares personal experiences with curveballs and explains how changeups can be more effective due to their similar trajectory to fastballs. The video emphasizes the importance of enticing batters to swing by making the pitch look attractive, thus increasing the chances of getting an out.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary focus when throwing a changeup behind in the count?

To throw a curveball

To aim for the corners

To entice the batter to swing

To throw a fastball

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are changeups considered a better option than curveballs when behind in the count?

They follow a similar trajectory to fastballs

They are faster

They are easier to control

They are more surprising

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main challenge the speaker faced when using curveballs?

They were hard to control

They were too slow

They often resulted in walks

They were too predictable

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the key mindset change when pitching behind in the count?

To avoid throwing changeups

To throw pitches that look attractive to the batter

To aim for the corners

To throw faster pitches

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does a changeup deceive the batter?

By being thrown at the corners

By appearing as a fastball initially

By having a different spin

By being faster than expected