Pitching

by Bob Shaw

Book Overview

Explains the delivery of different kinds of pitches, techniques of teaching pitching, pitching strategy, the execution of pick-off plays and fielding duties of the pitcher, and his mental and physical... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0670557587
• ISBN13: 9780670557585
• Release Date: April 1972
• Publisher: Viking Books
• Length: 208 Pages
• Weight: 1.45 lbs.

Customer Reviews

Strike three...they're out!

Even though this book was written a long time ago the lessons learned apply to this day. Within the first two weeks of reading this book I was able to teach my 10 year old son enough that in his first two outings he pitched 3-innings of no-hit ball (the league maximum for innings allowed to pitch) each time. Fundamentals and mechanics, true then, true now.

Shaw's book - All coaches, pitchers and cathers: read it!

Great information for everyone: from seasoned college and semi-pro hurlers to kids starting out...everyone can learn from the pix and the material can be adapted to each age and skill level. It's a classic! Great to see pitchers from different eras showing the game hasn't changed too much, and the time-proven methods of getting the ball to or by the batter! Dan Harrington San Francisco

Timeless fundamentals

I've used Bob Shaw's book for the past 16 years. First as a player in high school, then in college, semi-pro leagues, and eventually as a Little League pitching coach. There are many books on the market that teach pithching, but Bob Shaw's illustrations breakdown the entire pitch in intricate detail making it easy to comprehend, but more importantly, it helps the coach teach one of the most important and difficult positions on the diamond. Bob Shaw also gives physical training and preventative medicine tips to help keep the pitcher healthy; however, he does not stress weight training enough. If you are interested in just learning the basics, or want to pursue a professional career, this book is for you.

Demonstrates the ability of good mechanics in pitching.

This book demonstrates the ability to have better and well prepare mechanics.Will give you an edge on your pitching to become the best!!!

The best book on how to pitch that has ever been written.

I have read many books many book on pitching and found that Bob Shaw's book is basic, fundamentally sound and his theories work. I have been a high school baseball coach and have attended many clinics and have heard many coaches speak on the subject and I still refer back to Bob Shaw's book. Bob Shaw explains his concepts so that every person from the beginner to the pro can understand and benefit from his expertise. His use of pictures is terrific. I think there are at least 2 pictures on every page. I have read books by Tom Seaver, Nolan Ryan, and Tom House and have heard Tom House speak at many clinics and I still think that Bob Shaw's book is the best.