Spin Rate & Release “Point”

By Jill | April 12, 2019

Lately we have been getting a ton of follower questions about how the ball is supposed to spin, as well as requests to discuss the release “point” when pitching. Different pitches will have different spins and releases, but in today’s video post, Coach Phil discusses these questions in regards to the fastball  

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Why You Should Stop Saying “Release Point”

By Carly | December 2, 2013 |

“Release point” is very common universal terminology across pretty much all pitching styles. I’m sure you’ve all heard it, said it, and worried about yours being “off.” While there is technically a precise moment in time and spot in the air when the ball breaks contact with your fingers, I believe that thinking about this “point” can be counterproductive.

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