Being sensible and smart can go a long way in reducing injuries. There are many simple things coaches, parents and players can do to combat the growing rate of youth baseball injuries:
Many of the injuries sustained by professional and college athletes can be traced back to overuse in their youth and high school careers. If you are a parent, coach, or athlete, I encourage you to take your part in preventing injuries seriously.
Age | Daily Max (Pitches in Game) | Required Rest (Pitches) | ||||
0 Days | 1 Day | 2 Days | 3 Days | 4 Days | ||
7-8 | 50 | 1-20 | 21-35 | 36-50 | N/A | N/A |
9-10 | 75 | 1-20 | 21-35 | 36-50 | 51-65 | 66+ |
11-12 | 85 | 1-20 | 21-35 | 36-50 | 51-65 | 66+ |
13-14 | 95 | 1-20 | 21-35 | 36-50 | 51-65 | 66+ |
15-16 | 95 | 1-30 | 31-45 | 46-60 | 61-75 | 76+ |
17-18 | 105 | 1-30 | 31-45 | 46-60 | 61-75 | 76+ |
19-22 | 120 | 1-30 | 31-45 | 46-60 | 61-75 | 76+ |
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