Purpose: 

Teaches players to put the proper back spin on the ball when throwing.

Setup:

Players set up anywhere on the field and use their ball from the Marker Drill.

Players focus on proper back spin.

Instruction:

  1. Each player holds the ball with their throwing arm at a 90-degree angle, with their elbow above their shoulder, and their glove underneath the throwing elbow.
  2. The player throws the ball forward, snapping the wrist to give the ball a good back spin.

Coaching Tips:

  • The black line on the ball should be rotating in a straight line and not wobbling.
  • The wrist should snap straight forward on the throw.
  • Players should use either the two-finger or three-finger grip, whatever’s more comfortable.