VRHS_softball_journal_combined

1. FB 2. FB 3. FB 4. FB 5. FB

21. DB 22. DB 23. DB 24. DB 25. RB 26. RB 27. RB 28. SB-I 29. SB-O 30. SB-I 31. CB-O 32. CB-I 33. CB-O 34. CH-O 35. CH-O 36. DB-O 37. DB-I 38. DB-O

6. FB-I 7. FB-I 8. FB-O 9. FB-O

10. SB-CB 11. SB-CB 12. SB-CB 13. SB-CB 14. SB-CB

15. CH 16. CH 17. CH 18. CH 19. CH 20. DB

39. RB 40. RB

Totals

%strikes FB % strikes SB/CB % strikes

CH % strikes DB % strikes RB % strikes

● After the first few fast balls it is important to alternate pitches frequently. This is what pitchers will do in a game so it's important to get used to it in the bullpen as well. ● You'll notice that every pitch has a targeted location. This process has a dual purpose. It allows the pitcher to get his arm loose and work location at the same time. When pitchers are able to do multiple things at the same time during their bullpen sessions, they are able to save on the number of pitches thrown. In turn, these saved pitches can be reserved for later in the game when the pitcher may need them the most. ● You'll notice that all the change-ups are located down the middle. I'm a firm believer that pitchers should aim for the center of the plate with their change-ups. You want the batter to think it's a mistake fastball down the middle so he is encouraged to swing. If you get a batter thinking this, he will be way out in front of the pitch. If that is the case, the last thing I want is for him to miss it. If he hits it, it's probably an easy out. If he misses it, unless he strikes out he gets at least one more pitch to swing at.

Catchers, I hope you all are enjoying your summer! Before you know it, it will be the first day of fall practice. I’m really looking forward to this upcoming season. I have high expectations for you