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The Effect of Using a Weighted Softball on Pitching Velocity, Wrist Strength and Handgrip

The purpose of the study was to investigate the use of a weighted softball in training to improve throwing velocity, wrist strength and handgrip of novice softball pitchers. Subjects were 37 female college students, assigned to a weighted ball or regulation ball group. Both groups completed the same six-week training program, incorporating lob pitching and distance throwing routines. Findings provide little support for the weighted ball. Recommendations were made for continued research.