TABLE 6.

Pitch Smart Guidelines and Cohort Compliance

Pitch Smart Guidelines for Athletes Aged 9-12 y	% Compliance
Set and follow pitch-count limits and required rest periods	100
Pitchers once removed from the mound may not return as pitchers	100
Avoid pitching in multiple games on the same day	96
Avoid playing catcher while not pitching	96
Avoid playing for multiple teams at the same time	92
Avoid throwing pitches other than fastballs and change-ups	44
Play other sports during the course of the year	36
Take at least 4 months off from throwing every year, with at least 2-3 of those months being continuous	32
Focus on athleticism, physical fitness, and fun	Not documented
Focus on learning baseball rules, general techniques, and teamwork	Not documented
Do not exceed 80 combined innings pitched in any 12-month period	Not documented
Make sure to properly warm up before pitching	Not documented
Monitor for other signs of fatigue	Not documented