Pitchers: Improve Velocity & Command with Your Glove Arm

Pitchers: Improve Velocity & Command with Your Glove Arm

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Health Sciences, Physical Ed, Biology

1st - 6th Grade

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The video tutorial emphasizes the importance of glove action in pitching, highlighting the need for synchronicity between the hands and legs. It discusses the ideal landing position, timing, and continuous motion to prevent early or late arm swings. The tutorial introduces the pinky finger technique for better glove arm control and concludes with a summary and drills to improve handbrake skills.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary focus of the glove action in pitching?

To improve grip on the ball

To increase throwing speed

To synchronize with the legs

To distract the batter

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the consequence of the glove arm reaching its peak too early?

The pitcher will fly open

The pitcher will have a stronger grip

The pitcher will lose balance

The pitcher will throw faster

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the recommended position for the pinky finger during the glove arm movement?

Pointing towards the ground

Pointing towards the catcher

Pointing towards the batter

Pointing towards the sky at one o'clock

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important to avoid a pendulum-like motion with the glove arm?

It is not an athletic move

It increases the risk of injury

It confuses the batter

It slows down the pitch

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the benefit of maintaining a slightly angled back chest during landing?

It improves grip strength

It enhances shoulder-hip separation

It increases pitching speed

It reduces arm fatigue