Speed is key in softball pitching as it gives the opposing hitters less time to prepare for the ball. This then rushes them into decisions, often leading to mistakes. One drill that can improve pitching speed is Wall Throws. You need: A flat, solid wall A soft ball, e.g. tennis ball This drill only involves the movement of the arm rotation. It begins with you standing close to a wall while still being able to complete a full arm swing. The aim is to perform a pitch as hard an

Making sure you have a level swing can sometimes be difficult in the middle of a bat. One helpful drill to ensure the perfect level bat is the rope and ball drill. With a simple rope, string it through a wiffle ball. Tie one end to a tree or post, and the other end to another tree. The rope should be at the level of a perfect strike. With your bat follow these simple steps. Position your batting stance with the wiffle ball out near your front hip Go slowly and get to the plan