which is why most GOOD coaches refuse to teach the curveball and scouts frown on seeing it because of the damage it will do to their still developing arms.
2006-11-24 12:51:53
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answered by Anonymous
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Curveballs ruined many a career,You shouldn't throw it more than 20 times in a game,and never ,never repeatedly throw the pitch in practice
I know that you need to throw it to get the feel of it,but you should only throw it at about 50% velocity.its just murder on the elbow thrown at full velocity
2006-11-25 03:15:34
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answered by Ricky Lee 6
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I recently baught the ultimate pitcher a series of books and vidoes on how to dominate in pitching. One of the videos showed how to throw a curve with ease. You start with your fingers placed on the right side of the 'u' the seams create. most people think that pushing your top two fingers is what causes the ball to break down but your thumb pushing upward has the greatest effect. Now as you bring your arm forward while throwing once you get your elbow to your ear push your arm down like you would if you were swinging a hammer at a nail all the while pushing down on the seams with your index and middle fingers and snapping your thumb to the top. it will feel strange at first but it releives the stress put on your tendons connecting to your elbow. it should break about three feet so aim high.
2006-11-24 17:45:39
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answered by Anonymous
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Well, my uncle told me he hurt his arm throwing a curvball in high school and he also said "If you want to become a pitcher do not throw curveballs in high school" I guess because you can break your arm because our arms are still growing.
2006-11-25 06:42:02
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answered by Charlie T. Unicorn 3
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I recommend you supply up. A baseball pitch, even at it rather is commonest, is an unnatural action for the human arm. A curveball is plenty extra so. the final element you're able to do on your person well being is to no longer throw one in any respect at this age, yet once you insist, I recommend proscribing your self to no extra effective than one curve consistent with inning or so. to boot, in case you intend on getting extra useful and pitching in semi-prepared ball once you're 18 or older, you could desire to evaluation to get human beings out inclusive of your fastball first and optimum. wish you do no longer kill your arm. :)
2016-10-17 12:10:17
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answered by graviett 4
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well im a baseball player at my high school and im a junior...scouts DONT frown upon the curve but they DO frown upon throwing it wrong. go to www.ehow.com to see how to, and tips from many users. just type in the search throw a curveball.
2006-11-24 12:57:10
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answered by bearsrock12345 2
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I agree with learning a change up. Try a 2 seam fastball. It gives the ball movement without hurting your arm. But a change up can make even the best hitters look silly.
2006-11-27 19:31:37
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answered by toyboxfreak 1
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Greg Maddux is a first ballot hall of famer and Mario Soto had a very successfull career with the Cincinnati Reds. Between them they probably have thrown 20 curve balls in their careers. Fastball location and changing speeds kept their opponents off balance for years. You dont have to be Zito or Blyleven to get guys out. Its just like the real estate moniker...LOCATION..LOCATION..LOCATION!
2006-11-24 16:54:26
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answered by jrussell6060@sbcglobal.net 1
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If you have already hurt your arm, I suggest you forget about the curve. You could try a change up, but it is a lot harder to master. But lemme tell ya, when you finally do, it's well worth it. Change Ups are the most underrated pitches in the game. If you already have one, spend time making it better..
2006-11-24 13:27:38
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answered by johnnydera18 3
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When you warm up and between innings make circles with your arm to loosen it up. If that does not work read Baseball For Dummies with Joe Morgan
2006-11-24 13:59:51
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answered by p.cahill 2
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