brushback pitch

Questions

What does brushback pitch mean?

A pitch that comes very close to the batter, forcing them to move back from the plate.

How to pronounce brushback pitch

1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “brushback pitch”.
2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
3. Play the audio — Click Play to hear reference audio for “brushback pitch”.
4. Repeat and practice — Say “brushback pitch” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.