Why is it recommended to pitch to the outer and inner thirds of the plate?
STOP Pitching To The Corners of the Plate So Much

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
To avoid hitting the batter
To increase the chance of a strike
To minimize the risk of the batter making solid contact
To confuse the batter
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a common mistake young pitchers make when aiming for the corners?
They focus too much on the batter's stance
They pitch too slowly
They often miss and throw balls
They throw too many strikes
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the benefit of aiming for the thirds of the plate?
It confuses the batter
It makes the game faster
It provides a larger margin for error
It allows for more strikeouts
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does aiming for the thirds affect the quality of misses?
Misses are more likely to be strikes
Misses are more likely to be low quality
Misses are more likely to be high quality
Misses are more likely to be balls
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why should pitchers avoid being overly aggressive towards the corners?
It increases the risk of throwing balls
It makes the game longer
It confuses the catcher
It leads to more home runs
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the suggested approach when the count is even or behind?
Aim for the corners
Aim for the middle
Aim for the outer third
Aim for the inner third
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What should pitchers focus on to avoid getting hurt?
Throwing curveballs
Staying out of the middle third
Aiming for the middle third
Throwing faster pitches
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