Posts Tagged ‘ baseball hitting drills ’

Coach Youth Baseball – Should You Swing or Not Swing?

June 20, 2009
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One of the most common words used in hitting is the word “swing” as associated with a hitter as he “swings” at the ball.And although swing is not a “nasty” word, it does give the impression that the bat makes a long arc as it goes to the ball. Visualize a bat swinging.The bat...

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Baseball Hitting Drills – Bat On Or Off Your Shoulder?

May 26, 2009
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This is one of many baseball hitting drills coaches teach —“Get the bat off your shoulder!”                 It is a common phrase used by fans, coaches, parents, and players.   The question is “Why is that so bad?”   Here is what happens when a player moves his bat away from his body in...

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