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Originally Posted by tmiller
youre only going to trash your arm if you have bad technique. a good smooth flick shot is no harder on your arm than a backhand. most people just dont have the right motion or are trying to throw too hard. i grew up playing middle infield, which helps, but anyone can learn a good sidearm if they put in the time. even my 55 year old dad can put his sidearm shots out over 300 all day without hurting his arm. hard overhand shots are a different story though, you'll feel those...
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i wasn't indicating that a forehand shot will trash your arm... i was referring to his comment that he was predominantly forehand AND overhand, which i have noticed a lot of kids new to the sport rely heavily on thumbers and tomahawks because they can keep them straight in the fairway, and this i do believe will trash an elbow. no doubt it's a great shot to have in the bag to get out of trouble, i myself throw the baseball shots when needed... but i think you run a great risk of blowing out an elbow or shoulder if this is your predominant style or go-to throw... just sayin'...