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Beginner
Connection Ball Forearm Drill to Fix Fly-Out
Simple tool-assisted drill that keeps the throwing arm connected and prevents forearm lag or fly-out during the delivery.
- Skill:
- arm action
- Equipment:
- Ball only
- Duration:
- About 8 min
- Setting:
- Indoor or outdoor
- Players:
- Solo
Coaching notes
Pitcher places an inflated connection ball between the forearm and bicep, then performs rocker or full-delivery throws while keeping the ball in place until release. The ball forces a short, connected arm path.
Objectives
Eliminate arm lag and fly-out, promote early arm acceleration, and reinforce proper scap-load sequencing.
Coaching cues
Keep the arm inside 90 degrees; stay connected; feel the ball force a short path; release the ball with the pitch.
Common errors
Letting the ball drop early; over-extending the elbow; losing posture to hold the ball.
Setup
Inflated connection or similar small ball; open throwing space.
Steps
- 1. Place connection ball between forearm and bicep
- 2. Set in rocker or stretch position
- 3. Execute delivery while keeping ball secured
- 4. Allow ball to release with the pitch
- 5. Repeat focusing on connection feel
