Pitching Glove Signs: Do You Know Them All?

Pitching Glove Signs: Do You Know Them All?

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Interactive Video

Health Sciences, Physical Ed, Biology

1st - 6th Grade

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Coach Dan, a former pro pitcher, explains the different signs pitchers use to communicate with catchers. The video covers signs for various pitches, including fastballs, curveballs, sliders, changeups, knuckleballs, sinkers, and cutters. Each sign involves specific glove movements to indicate the type of pitch being thrown. The tutorial is aimed at helping players, fans, and parents understand the signaling process in baseball.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of pitcher signs in baseball?

To entertain the audience

To practice hand-eye coordination

To signal the type of pitch to the catcher

To confuse the opposing team

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does a pitcher signal a fastball to the catcher?

Hold the glove out and flick up

Pour the glove down

Hold the glove out and move it in a circle

Tap the glove twice

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which sign is used for a curveball?

Tap the glove twice

Pour the glove down

Hold the glove out and flick up

Hold the glove out and move it side to side

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does Coach Dan not recommend developing a knuckleball for a career?

It requires special equipment

It's illegal in most leagues

It's not a serious pitch for professional play

It's too difficult to master

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When should a pitcher use a specific sign for a sinker?

When the catcher requests it

When the sinker is thrown at a slow speed

When the pitcher is unsure of the pitch

When the sinker has a lot of movement