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Article: Pitch perfect.(INFO ZONE)

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October 10, 2008
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Batters beware! Nine-year-old Jericho Scott (right) flings his fastball at a whopping 40 miles per hour. Jericho's high-speed hurl is so fast, in fact, that the head of his baseball league in New Haven, Conn., recently banned him from pitching. What's the secret behind speedy pitches such as Jericho's? Let's take a look.

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(1) Head Start

Keep your eyes and head focused on the target. Moving them could throw off your pitch.

(2) Up in Arms

Swing your throwing arm backward while your other hand shoots out in front of you. Keep your elbows level to help stay balanced.

(3) Step It Up

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