FAST-BALLS THROWING TRAINING VIDEOS

Below are videos demonstrating how to apply Position Player FAST-Balls in your regular throwing and defensive practice drills. Repetition with using these training aids in these types of drills, position players at all levels will develop and sustain better natural skills necessary for throwing the baseball.

POSITION PLAYER FAST-BALL: GRIP EXPLANATION

Forefinger and Middle finger placement:

One finger on Black side of 4-Seam FAST-Ball
One finger on White Side of 4-Seam FAST-Ball
Both fingers in the middle of the wide part of the panel
Finger tips on seams

Thumb placement:

Place thumb on under panel of 4-Seam FAST-Ball
Thumb should split forefinger and middle finger

POSITION PLAYER FAST-BALL: THROWING TECHNIQUE TRAINING DRILLS

When throwing the Position Player FAST-Ball into the air, look for clear and distinct Black/White “Half Moon” to determine successful throw.

Add Position Player FAST-Balls to any technique or warm-up drill
Look for Black/White Half Moon

POSITION PLAYER FAST-BALL: CATCH PLAY AND WARM UP TRAINING

When throwing the Position Player FAST-Ball into the air, look for clear and distinct Black/White “Half Moon” to determine successful throw.

Players stand on level ground 30-50 feet apart
Throw Position Player FAST-Ball with fluidity
Look for Black/White Half Moon
Focus on Form and Accuracy
As loosening up, increase Speed and increase distance standing apart
Players can begin working on natural flow with catching, transferring, and throwing the FAST-Ball without looking at it for proper gripping

POSITION PLAYER FAST-BALL: INFIELDER TRAINING DRILLS

When throwing the Position Player FAST-Ball into the air, look for clear and distinct Black/White “Half Moon” to determine successful throw.

Coach hits Position Player FAST-Ball as ground ball, line drive, or pop up to Infielder
Infielder secures baseball in glove (with help of throwing hand)
Infielder quickly transfers baseball to throwing hand and throws to intended target
Look for Black/White Half Moon
Focus on Form and Accuracy first, then Speed
Infielder should have natural flow with fielding or catching, transferring, and throwing the FAST-Ball without looking at it for proper gripping

POSITION PLAYER FAST-BALL: OUTFIELDER TRAINING DRILLS

When throwing the Position Player FAST-Ball into the air, look for clear and distinct Black/White "Half Moon" to determine successful throw.

Coach hits Position Player FAST-Ball as fly ball, line drive or ground ball to Outfielder
Outfielder secures baseball in glove (with help of throwing hand)
Outfielder quickly transfers baseball to throwing hand and throws to intended target
Look for Black/White Half Moon
Focus on Form and Accuracy first, then Speed
Outfielder should have natural flow with catching or fielding, transferring, and throwing the FAST-Ball without looking at it for proper gripping