06/03/2026
Overhand throwing is an undertrained part of our game.
When kids are young, it’s just whatever they can do to get the throw to the base.
As years go on, arms are silently taking a beating from lack of focus on throwing mechanics and appropriate warm-up protocols.
If we don’t prioritize proper arm care starting at a young age, athletes will develop improper patterns that become harder and harder to break as they get older. Injuries start to tack on and the game catches up. Throws that once made it in time to the base no longer cut it.
At our Buzzin’ Camp, Chesney impressed us with her arm action. Check out her patterns.
1) Separation - break from field to throw (should like like a U)
2) Elbow spiral - elbow climbs as the shoulder rotates
3) Layback - the stretch created when the body rotates before the arm accelerates (more layback = more whip = more velocity)
4) Follow through - natural momentum of the backside coming through and finishing at the opposite pocket
The only adjustment for Chesney to make would be a stronger glove side throughout the throwing motion. Throwing is meant to be a whole body movement, not just the throwing arm. This will help with more power and reduce injuries.
Chesney is on a great path to long-term arm health. Keep up the good work!
Interested in cleaning up your throw? Grab a defense lesson package and book your lessons at www.buzzinsoftball.com.
