Baseball Pitching Grips
Learn How To Throw a Fastball, Curveball, Slider, Changeup and Split Finger
Do you want to know how to throw baseball pitches with different speeds and different types of movement?
Do you want to know which pitching grips allow for maximum pitching velocity allowing you to light up the radar gun?
You will find all the information you need right here.
In this section we will address several important baseball pitching grips that are associated with pitching: fastball (4-seam and 2-seam), curveball (all types), and changeup (most types). We will also discuss how to throw a slider, how to throw a sinker and the split finger fastball. This is where the bulk of the information will be focused on for a few reasons.
1. Each of the pitches discussed here are hard enough to master. You will have more than enough practice with these pitches to keep you busy.
2. You would rather be great at a few pitches than mediocre at a bunch. Trying to learn several pitching grips at once will likely decrease your effectiveness on the pitches you’ll use most often.
3. Other pitches like screwballs and knuckleballs just aren’t relevant for 99% of the pitching population, especially in Little League baseball and high school baseball. Concentrate on the pitches that can contribute the most to your success.
It’s been said many times that hitting is timing. If pitching is upsetting that timing then the best way to do that is by using different baseball pitches that move different ways at different speeds.
**Note…I will give my opinions on when kids should and shouldn't begin throwing certain pitches. Please keep in mind that it is just that…my opinion and though it is based on years of personal experience, people should use common sense**
There are some things to keep in mind when attempting new baseball pitching grips…
1. In any given game, pitchers will likely throw at least 70% fastballs. For younger kids, that's all they will throw. So this is what you will naturally spend the most time on.
2. Don’t have unrealistic expectations when learning a new pitch. Remember…it’s new so do not expect to be perfect with the spin and location right away. These things take time. The best attribute to have when learning new baseball pitching grips is PATIENCE.
3. Have fun! Learning new pitching grips is fun because you're making yourself better...and that's what it's all about.
The 4-Seam Fastball
Learn the 4-Seam Fastball and understand what makes it the most used baseball pitching grip in the game. Learn what makes it go faster than any other pitch and how you can use it to help your game.
Learn the 2-Seam Fastball and why it’s the pitch of choice when most pitchers get into trouble. Understand what makes it move and how to throw it to get more outs.
The Cut Fastball is the fastest growing pitch in the baseball community because it can be safe to throw while maintaining good pitching velocity. Learn what makes this move and how to throw it safely and effectively.
The changeup is the best pitch in baseball. It’s also a great pitch for youth pitchers to learn very early on because it’s safe to throw. Learn all sorts of different possible pitching grips and understand what makes it so hard to hit.
The most common question asked of pitching instructors by parents and youth baseball pitchers alike is…”How To Throw a Curveball?” Learn what all the buzz is about and why this pitch is probably the hardest to hit in all of baseball.
When pitchers get older, they want to have every possible advantage at their disposal. Learn when and how to throw a slider safely and effectively.
The split finger fastball is for older and more advanced pitchers who want to add another nasty pitch to help get hitters out and win more games.
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