Pitchers have to practice in a different way from other players. Liz Izworski, 9, has been pitching for six years. When Izworski started pitching her control needed a lot of work. Six years later, Liz has for pitches:
- Two change ups
- Drop ball
- Curve ball
- Fastball
“I have practiced and worked a lot on my pitching. I have had a lot of help from my dad and pitching coach,” said Izworski.
There are many types of ways to practice your pitching:
- Flicking drills
- Perfect old pitches
- Develop new pitches
- Practicing pitching to a friend
“I practice a lot and even now when I practice more complicated drills I always start with my flicking drills so warm up. Sometimes the littlest things make the biggest impact,” said Izworski.
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To be a good pitcher you have to practice just like any other sport.
