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Ultimate Throwing Progression from Knees to Full Delivery

ARM step-by-step throwing series that builds accuracy and arm path from two-knees high-guard throws through one-knee, open-front, and full backside-hip delivery.

Equipment:
Ball only
Duration:
About 12 min
Setting:
Indoor or outdoor
Players:
Partner

Coaching notes

Progressive isolation that removes lower-half variables first, then gradually adds the legs and hips so the thrower owns a consistent arm path and release.

Objectives

Build accurate, repeatable throwing mechanics from the ground up.

Coaching cues

High guard and stay behind the ball on knees; open the front side cleanly; finish with backside hip drive.

Steps

  1. 1. Two-knees high-guard throws
  2. 2. One-knee progression
  3. 3. Front-open throws
  4. 4. Full backside-hip delivery
Source: ARM Pitching Development

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