Must Do Youth Baseball Pitching Drills For Beginner Pitchers

Short Summary

1. Coach Jason discusses essential pitching drills for young pitchers aged 8 to 13.
2. Emphasizes the importance of developing proper mechanics.
3. Introduces several key exercises to improve pitching skills.
4. **Final Drill**: Focuses on transitioning from a closed position to a throwing position, emphasizing hip rotation and arm movement.
5. **Step and Separation Drill**: Known as the “scarecrow drill,” this exercise involves maintaining balance and posture while lifting the arms to engage the scapulae, preparing for the pitch.
6. **Low Balance Drill**: Starts from a low balance position to promote stability and proper separation during the pitching motion.
7. **Load and Go Drill**: Involves starting from a low balance position and working on the loading phase of the pitch, focusing on maintaining balance and proper hip flexion.