Pitch Design: The Power of Natural Motor Preferences Revealed
While many are diving deep into creating mind-boggling horizontal or vertical movements for pitches, there’s a game-changing factor that often slips through the cracks – Natural Individual Motor Preferences.
Consider the story of a Double-A pitcher with a so-so changeup sporting an 8-11 horizontal movement. The twist? We decided to tap into the uncharted territory of his Natural Motor Preferences. Adjusting his changeup grip to align with his unique tendencies, the results were nothing short of extraordinary.
During a routine bullpen session, the transformation was immediate. The once mediocre changeup now danced with a horizontal movement he never witnessed before.
But the real show-stopper happened a few days later during a live game. Armed with his ‘new’ changeup, perfectly tailored to his motor preferences, the pitcher left jaws dropping across the field with his remarkable 17-19 horizontal movement. Overnight, he had gone from ordinary to extraordinary.
Baseball is evolving, and so should our approach. It’s not just about numbers and high-tech designs; it’s about understanding the individual quirks and preferences that make each player unique. The untapped potential lies in the intersection of data analytics and the human touch.
So, let’s open our eyes to the power of Natural Individual Motor Preferences and witness the magic they can bring to the game we all love.