Assertion: pitcher | /r/CapableOf | snap wrist
Facets:
value: downward
type: MANNER
value: in a downward motion
type: MANNER
Source sentences:
text: The pitcher at the top of the throwing arc will snap the arm and wrist in a downward motion.
text: When the pitcher comes through his motion to throw the ball, he snaps his wrist downward as he releases the ball, which gives the ball topspin.
text: When pitchers throw curveballs they snap their wrist and follow their arm across their body, making the ball curve to the outside of the plate.