A screwball is a baseball and fastpitch softball pitch that is thrown so as to break in the opposite direction of a slider or curveball. Depending on the pitcher's arm angle, the ball may also have a sinking action. The pitch is sometimes known as the scroogie or airbender.

Former Texas A&M All-American pitcher Amanda Scarborough shows how to throw a screwball. Visit Softball.com for the latest fastpitch gloves, bats, and more: ...

Although it is not a “go to” pitch, the screwball is an excellent weapon for a softball pitcher to have in her repertoire of pitches. The screw ball hooks in the opposite direction of a pitcher’s curve ball, which means for a right handed pitcher, it curves to the …

Today we will be looking at the screwball. Don't forget, our Online Beginners clinic is live NOW on the website (get link below) For more in depth instruction and drills for ALL of the pitches,...

There are a bunch of ways to throw a screwball. Different grips, different mechanics and different finishes. This is what worked for me in my career. The pro...

2019年4月1日 · Find out how to grip and snap the easy-to-learn screwball pitch with these essential Pro Tips. A screwball is one of the first breaking pitches new softball pitchers learn. The pitch is unique because it curves in the opposite direction of other breaking balls. To ensure your screwball travels the way you’d like, a strong grip and snap are crucial.

2023年4月26日 · To throw a screwball, you must first master the grip. Grip the ball with your index and middle fingers on the seams, similar to a two-seam fastball. Place your thumb on the bottom seam, providing support and control. Your ring and pinky fingers should rest lightly on the side of the ball, without applying pressure.

So, how do I throw a screwball in softball? There are a few steps to getting the perfect set-up for throwing a screwball, as well as things to take into account when you want to learn to throw one. Here is a detailed guide of how to set up the stance, grip and release of a screwball in softball.

2020年7月11日 · Today I am sharing the froth video in my “how to” series, that will briefly go over how to throw all of the pitches! Today we will be looking at the screwball. Don’t forget, our Online Beginners clinic is live NOW on the website (get link below)

2023年2月5日 · In softball pitching, pitches are thrown underhand rather than overhand, pitchers grip and release the softball differently. A well-pitched screwball will curve to the right for right-handed pitchers, while the curve ball will curve to the left.