Baseball Instruction/throwing a knuckle ball

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Expert: John Priest - 9/2/2009


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hello i am trying to master the art of the knuckle, because i can only throw about 75 mph in high school. i have been on a couple sites and have learned what i think to be the right grip and motion to throw the pitch. the problem is i cant seem to get it not to spin and i have little to no movement on the ball. do you have any instructions/ tips to helping throw a correct knuckle ball?

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Mike,
Sorry I am not in any way an expert on the knuckle ball.  I can throw one but I think its because of trying it so many times, and when I do throw it its not always good.  I don't want to give you any bad info so check out these two web sites:

http://www.stevenellis.com/steven_ellis_the_complete/2007/04/so_you_want_to_.htm...
http://www.oddball-mall.com/knuckleball/

Good Luck,
John Priest

I also recently started a blog here is the link: http://jpbaseball.blogspot.com/

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I can answer all questions regarding baseball fundementals from the little league to the professional level. I have the most knowledge in hitting mechanics and fundamentals and the development of power and batspeed. I can also answer all questions for catchers, pitchers, infielders, and outfielders. I also have experience coaching at the high school and AAU levels. Please no questions about rules and/or rule interpretation. English only please.

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I have played through college, and semi pro baseball. For the past 10 years I have been coaching and providing instruction for all age and ability levels. Numerous clients of mine have gone on to play in college and some are playing in the minor leagues. I have provided coaching and instruction for high schools, training facilities, and the Nokona Baseball Factory.

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Graduated 2009 Associates degree in Science

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