Should Young Pitchers Mess with Hitters' Timing?

Should Young Pitchers Mess with Hitters' Timing?

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Health Sciences, Physical Ed, Biology

1st - 6th Grade

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The video discusses the trend of pitchers changing their tempo during games, highlighting examples from MLB players like Marcus Stroman and Johnny Cueto. It evaluates whether this strategy is effective for amateur pitchers, emphasizing that the primary goal should be executing pitches well. The video argues that tempo changes can disrupt a pitcher's consistency, especially for amateurs, and advises against adopting this strategy. Instead, it stresses the importance of focusing on consistent execution and avoiding unnecessary trickery.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is the main topic discussed regarding pitchers in the text?

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Who are some of the pitchers mentioned that have changed their tempo?

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What is the primary goal for pitchers according to the text?

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How does the text describe the relationship between executing pitches and changing tempo?

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Why might changing tempo be more detrimental for amateur pitchers?

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What does the text suggest about the effectiveness of trying to trick hitters?

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What advice does the text give to young pitchers regarding tempo changes?

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