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Bachelor 1 Eric Bachelor Mr. Buchta English 3 12 September 2000 How to Throw Curveball To be a successful pitcher, a curveball is a necessity. The curve ball is the best off-speed pitch to throw next to a change-up. A curveball is a not a difficult pitch to throw. Once the basics are learned, it just depends on physical ability. There are many aspects that must be included to throw a efficient curveball. The number one aspect to throwing …

…ball is released, don’t follow through like a fastball , bring your wrist to the farthest part of your stomach still not fully extending the elbow. This will help to cushion the elbow to reduce the risk of injury. The basics of throwing a curveball are simple to understand, but a little tougher to perform. I would not encourage throwing a curveball at a young age because the body is not fully developed. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ **Bibliography**