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I am perplexed by the notion that a fastball is not needed at the highest levels. I was told by a DI pitching coach (2009 WCWS champs) that a PITCHER that has command of a Hard fastball in effect has 4 pitches. Down and in, up and in, down and away, up and away. Mix in a change up with COMMAND and a pitch that can move. That arsenal alone can win a national title, it has been done. a perfectly placed fastball is still the best pitch in the game, ( for pitchers blessed with the ability to throw hard ). If velocity is not something your pitcher is blessed with then movement and changes in the plane and speed are critical. Deception is also critical in keeping hitters guessing.