Slow-pitch softball is like baseball with a few differences. In pitching, the pitcher in slow-pitch softball throws underhanded while baseball pitchers throw over-handed. Underhanded pitches are a little more difficult when it comes to accuracy. Many factors such as hand positioning, wrist and arm movement have a great bearing on the accuracy of your pitch. Body positioning also holds the key to successful pitching.
Step 1
Position your thumb to the right or left of the ball to ensure it goes in the direction intended. Your thumb is the determining force behind direction. Straight balls and curve balls alike rely on this digit to ensure the ball makes it to the batter or the strike zone.
Step 2
Position your body in line with the home plate. Elevated pitcher's mounds may make this a bit more difficult. The home plate must be in your line of sight instead of off to the side where you would be required to avert your eyes from a natural straight line when facing the plate.
Step 3
Hold the ball with your fingers, not your palm. Throwing from your palm will slow your pitch as well as affect your accuracy. Throwing from your fingers helps you maneuver the ball easily without slowing the pitch.
Step 4
Choose your stance wisely. The position of your feet is crucial to the direction of your pitch. When your front foot is angled toward your target, you are more likely to accurately deliver your pitch than if you were angled away from the target.
Step 5
Flick your wrist upon the release. Wrist action gives your ball speed, spin and accuracy. If you leave your wrist stationary as you release, your ball may not make it as far as required.
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