Inspired by the success of earlier Pitching Challenges, we invited hitting instructors from across the US to submit articles.
We received 6 essays varying in length from 1000 to 2000 words. As we did in the prior Challenges on pitching (2002, 2004), the first round was a 'blind taste test' - people could read the opinions but weren't told who the authors were. All we said was that they represent opinions from every coast, from those who work with pros and elite amateurs, including both active coaches and instructors.

The articles offer not only basic opinions, but some very unique insights into the process of training, some unusual perspectives on hitting and some unexpected points of view. We hope you find them enlightening, entertaining, educating, and challenging.