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Step by Step: How to Throw a Curveball

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Follow through

The follow-through is important, because if you don't, the ball will likely "hang." That means it won't curve, it will likely stay high in the strike zone, and a good hitter could hit it a long way.

  • As you follow through, the back of your hand should be facing the batter. Your pivot foot (the one on the pitching mound) should continue to move forward, and let your throwing arm swing across your body, which will bring you into a balanced position for fielding.

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