Comparisons of softball swing at pitches from a pitching machine and pitcher

Title: Comparisons of softball swing at pitches from a pitching machine and pitcher Objectives: The aim of this research is to compare the timing of players of softball within individually phases of hitting by a standard softball pitcher and a pitching machine. Another aim is to analyse individual phases of softball hitting and determine whether the training of hitting through a pitching machine is a appropriate substitute for the preparation of a standardized softball pitching which softball players experience during each match. Methods: This research is a descriptive case study, in which we gather a large number of data from five individuals. A ride of five players and their execution of hitting approaches against a pitching machine and real pitcher was created. Subsequently the record from the camera Basler GeniCam piA640-210gc with frame rate 200 frames per second was then evaluated via of computer program Dartfish, which is designed for analyses of motor skills. Results: The results show that the whole movement of players was noticeably slower, in the case of a pitching machine use. Regarding the use of a pitching machine and real pitcher, the statistic results show differences. The differences derive from the absence of conscious prediction of pitches motion in the case of the pitching..