How to Throw a Riser With a Whiffle Ball

In the game of baseball, there is one pitch that is seemingly impossible to throw - the riser. That is one advantage to playing whiffle ball in that you can throw a pitch that will rise on a batter when it enters the strike zone. The pitch can be difficult to throw, so do not be discouraged if you have trouble throwing it each time. Read on to learn how to drive your opponents crazy with a strong riser!

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Whiffle ball

1. Grip the whiffle ball with the holes facing down. Place your middle and index fingers together on the side of the ball and above the holes. Your fingers should simultaneously rest tightly along the seam of the whiffle ball.

2. Place your thumb on the side of the whiffle ball. Be sure to place your thumb on the opposite side of where your middle and index fingers are placed. The thumb should rest on the seam.

3. Place your pinky and ring finger on the bottom of the whiffle ball, resting each on the holes located on the bottom of the ball.

4. This pitch should be gripped tightly and thrown as hard as possible without losing control. Also, the riser should be thrown with a whipping motion.

5. Handle the riser by throwing the pitch sidearm style. The typical overhand throwing style will not produce the desired rising effect. This is where the challenge in throwing this pitch can lie.

Tips & Warnings

• If you have a hard time with the riser at first, do not give up! It can take time to get the hang of it.
• Remember that each person has different techniques and styles. Experiment with your grip and throwing motion if you need to!
• Wind can have a drastic effect on the flight and location of the whiffle ball. Sometimes, a wild pitch is not your fault, but the result of a strong wind.

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