For pitchers aged 15-18, what are the recommended maximum pitches per game and games per week?

• A. 70 pitches per game and 3 games per week
• B. 60 pitches per game and 2 games per week
• C. 100 pitches per game and 1 game per week
• D. 90 pitches per game and no more than 2 games per week

Answer: (D)

Managing workload is essential for protecting a pitcher’s arm. For players aged 15–18, the goal is to cap both how many pitches you throw in a single outing and how often you appear on the mound each week, so fatigue and stress on the elbow and shoulder don’t accumulate to risky levels. The recommended approach is about 90 pitches in a game and no more than two pitching appearances in a week. This pairing supports solid performance while allowing sufficient recovery time between outings, reducing the chance of overuse injuries and mechanical breakdown from fatigue.

Choosing a plan that allows three games in a week would raise the overall workload and fatigue risk, while a lower per-game cap might not reflect how competitive schedules operate. Conversely, a one-game-per-week schedule with a high pitch count still concentrates heavy stress into a single outing with little weekly rest, which isn’t ideal for long-term arm health.