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What They Throw
The following is a quick and easy breakdown of what pitches are thrown by each pitcher.
A small sampling of pitches (usually 2-3 innings) are measured using radar and assessed for movement or type of pitch.
Because of the small sampling and visual observation, these breakdowns may not be completely accurate
Many pitcher/catcher combinations call more than three pitches. For example, the USA Elite catcher calls five different pitches for each of her two pitchers. For simplicity, I will group all pitches into three classifications:
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Fastballs, including fast drops and screwballs
2. Spinners, including curves, rise/curve combinations and off speed drops.
3. Change-ups that are significantly slower. |
 Jennie Ritter, USA Elite
Jennie possesses one of best rise balls in the tournament. She uses it frequently, throwing it on all counts.
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Ave. |
Max. |
% Thrown |
| Fastball |
64 |
65 |
45 |
| Spinner |
60 |
62 |
50 |
| Change-up |
47 |
N/A |
5 |
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Dana Sorensen, USA Elite
(no picture available)
Extremely consistent. All pitches registered well into the 60's. Also throws a "screw" which breaks into a right handed batter.
All USA pitchers seem to be characterized by the "slap" of their glove against their thigh on release.
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Ave. |
Max. |
% Thrown |
| Fastball |
65 |
67 |
80 |
| Spinner |
61 |
61 |
20 |
| Change-up |
N/A |
N/A |
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Li Qi, China
Characterized by a loud "Aha" on the release, Li is one of the fireballers for China.
She has obviously worked on her breathing techniques and it seems to work for her.
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Ave. |
Max. |
% Thrown |
| Fastball |
63 |
65 |
80 |
| Spinner |
60 |
60 |
10 |
| Change-up |
46 |
N/A |
10 |
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 Kirsten Scheele, Netherlands
Kirsten has good arm strength and uses a variety of pitches, but might consider making some modifications in her delivery to become more consistent.
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Ave. |
Max. |
% Thrown |
| Fastball |
57 |
60 |
50 |
| Spinner |
60 |
62 |
45 |
| Change-up |
41 |
N/A |
5 |
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 Cougar's Pitcher
(Sorry, but didn't record the name before I left the ballpark.)
A very smooth and consistent delivery, she throws most of her pitches in the low 60's.
Her fastball appears to have a natural curve, which breaks away from a right handed batter.
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Ave. |
Max. |
% Thrown |
| Fastball |
60 |
62 |
80 |
| Spinner |
55 |
59 |
10 |
| Change-up |
49 |
N/A |
10 |
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 Zhand Yan Qinj, China-Bejing
Zhand saves her heat for special occaisions and primarily uses a rising spinner while mixing in change-ups as well.
Team Canada hit a few long balls off of her but her mechanics are near perfect and she could have success later in the tournament.
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Ave. |
Max. |
% Thrown |
| Fastball |
62 |
64 |
20 |
| Spinner |
61 |
62 |
60 |
| Change-up |
41 |
N/A |
20 |
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 Kaila Holtz, Canada
Kaila hides her pitches well, especially from inquisitive reporters!
She seems to favour a slightly off speed spinner which averages 58mph and saves her heat for special occaisions.
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Ave. |
Max. |
% Thrown |
| Fastball |
61 |
62 |
30 |
| Spinner |
58 |
60 |
50 |
| Change-up |
48 |
N/A |
20 |
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