Part of the Michele Smith Dynamic Fastpitch Series, Beginning Pitching covers the fundamentals of the fastpitch motion. Michele breaks the motion down into easy to understand phases for both players and coaches.
She emphasizes the importance of a solid pre-motion, leg drive and proper use of the hips at release. She teaches how to build efficiency , accuracy and speed, as well as techniques for staying injury free.
Also included are some of Michele's favorite drills, hi-tech computer and editing programs that allow Michele to demonstrate both left-handed and right-handed and a bonus interview with Juri Takayama, Michele's Japanese teammate and 3-Time Japanese Olympian.
