Legal Pitch?

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Originally posted by scottk_61


This is one of the best statements as to whay a coach shouldn't want a pitcher to leap etc.
I have worked with coaches in the past and have gotten then to get a radar gun to check on the pitches for speed.

The look on their face is amazing when they realize what the pitcher is losing by that leap or crowhop (which by the way is pretty darn rare around here)

I am in no manner, way, shape or form very knowledgeable on the subject of physics. However, I once had a prof/coach explain to me that if the ball is released after the non-pivot foot plants, the ball will gain velocity as opposed to releasing prior to that point. I don't know enough to argue the point.

Remember, the drag actually restricts the forward surge of the pitcher and the ball in her hand. I think the thought of TPOAD depends on the millisecond the ball is released.