Thwap...thwap...thwap

[bellnier]

I've been away from softball for some time - daughter has moved on to bigger and crazier things (premier women's rugby). But I was pulled back in as a photographer. Anyway, ASA FP tournament, pitcher steps both feet on rubber - thwap, thwap, thwap - before every pitch she throws the ball in mitt, digs it out, always 3 times, and then starts her motion. It looked odd to me and I vaguely recall that the pitcher is allowed to bring hands together only once. Is this a violation (IP?)? Just curious...it's bugging me. Thanks in advance.
Dave