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Hello, Dennis,
I'm a 16 year old wannabe-pitcher from Lithuania. I've just realized, that I want to play baseball, so I started learning how to throw and control a four-seam fastball. What do you advise me to do afterwards? Run? Learn new pitches? Thanks for the answer.
Hey Marius,
Concentrate on location, fast ball and change up in that order..
Be sure that your arm is bent after you throw any curve balls.
Throw from the stretch at first, to help your control.
Work on accuracy. Location is key to being a good pitcher...
Go online to find out, in more detail, how to throw a curve ball properly. They can also show you a good pitching program for you.
Good luck..
Dennis
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Dennis Girardi
Expertise
I can answer all questions reguarding little league baseball and instruction. I can help on pitching, coaching, batting order, batting instruction, fielding and strategies.
Experience
I have managed and coached baseball for over 30 years. I have also been a comissioner of a ten year old league, for 3 years. I took care of the whole league from scheduling the umpires, to running the draft, to purchasing the trophies.
Organizations
SAA Baseball (Schaumburg Athletic Association)
Education/Credentials
I attended many umpire and instructional clinics.
Awards and Honors
Many first place finishes.
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