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February 2, 2026Motor Control0 citations

Finger Force Control Strategies and Spin Efficiency of Fastball Pitching

An Investigation Into Finger Force Control Strategies in Relation to the Spin Efficiency of Fastball Pitching in Baseball

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SLSungjune LeeHKHyeree KimHPHyun-Woo Park

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This investigation examines the relationship between finger force and spin efficiency in baseball pitchers, suggesting implications for performance enhancement.

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  • This investigation aims to understand how finger force affects the spin quality of fastballs in baseball.
  • Conducted two experiments: a field task for pitching performance and a laboratory task for finger force.
  • Quantified spin-related variables during actual pitching and finger strength and coordination in a controlled environment.
  • Used statistical tests to find correlations between field and laboratory metrics.
  • Found a negative correlation (p < .05) between finger force and spin-related variables.
  • Identified a positive effect of moment stabilization synergy indices on spin-related variables (p < .05).
  • Demonstrated that finger force production's rotational effect is crucial for spin quality in fastballs.
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Lee et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6980fb97c1c9540dea80d6b8https://doi.org/10.1123/mc.2025-0068
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