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“Give me 10 high school pitchers, let me spend a week with them, and I'll show you 10 pitchers who won't balk. It's not that difficult, and they better learn it.” quote by Doug Harvey
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“Give me 10 high school pitchers, let me spend a week with them, and I'll show you 10 pitchers who won't balk. It's not that difficult, and they better learn it.”

Doug Harvey

About This Quote

Source Baseball Coaching Manual, 1975

Given time and guidance, pitchers can be taught not to balk.

In simple terms: Coaching can prevent balks.

Key Takeaway

Teach fundamentals consistently.

Themes

coaching baseball skill development

Mood

practical instructional

Type

educational technical

When to use this quote

  • youth leagues
  • professional training
  • practice drills

Key Concepts

motor learning confidence building

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you teach fundamentals?
  • What drills prevent balking?
A Different Perspective

Players may resist change.

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