Why it matters

The shape of a pitch and the pitcher’s hand path have become two of the most closely examined segments of pitching delivery. A consistent hand path and release point help disguise the type of pitch being thrown. By comparing multiple pitches, you can quickly see the variance in delivery and make adjustments accordingly. By using your best pitches as a benchmark, you can see how your delivery may vary over time or with fatigue.

Similarly, the shape of the flight path can be compared across each of your different pitches. For example, many players try to keep the flight paths similar for as long as possible and have their pitches diverge as close to the batter as possible –“late movement.”

How to use it

The 3D Pitch Explorer feature in pitchLogic pro is displayed in the “3D” tab and can be expanded to full screen on mobile phones by tapping the icon in the bottom right corner. To compare multiple pitches, tap in the Compare column of the Pitch Selector. You can swipe to rotate, pinch to zoom, and use buttons to go to fixed viewpoints such as first base or the batter’s box.

Comparing the most efficient data with the up-to-themillisecond movement of the ball, you can determine the most productive mechanics to be used with each individual pitch. Once you’ve thrown your best pitch, the next step is learning to throw it every time. Your best pitches are always available in pitchLogic as a benchmark for future reference. This can be especially useful when you begin training again after a layoff or injury.

If you don’t already have pitchLogic pro you can tap menu -> upgrade and get a free two-week trial to try out the 3D Pitch Explorer feature.

NOTE If you don’t already have pitchLogic pro you can tap MENU -> UPGRADE and get a free two-week trial to try out the 3D Pitch Explorer feature.

The time from set to the farthest back in the delivery and time from set to release point.