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Youth Leg-Hang Pitching Drill

Simple plant-foot alignment drill that prevents stepping open.

Duration:
About 8 min

Coaching notes

icoachbaseball leg-hang progression that forces the drive leg to stay online toward the target.

Objectives

Teach proper direction and prevent early opening of the front side.

Coaching cues

Hang the leg; drive the plant foot in line; stay closed; finish tall.

Steps

  1. 1. Start with leg hang hold
  2. 2. Drive plant foot online
  3. 3. Progress to full throw
  4. 4. Check alignment each rep
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