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The pivot is the most essential part of the pitching motion. During the pivot, the pitcher keeps the weight balanced and eyes towards the target. The pitcher pivots on the ball of the front (ball side) foot to turn it parallel to the rubber. At this point , the pitcher shifts the weight forward onto the pivot foot and lifts the opposite leg into the air.
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