In the highly competitive world of baseball and softball, success at the plate often hinges on what happens long before the first pitch is thrown. A meticulously structured pre-game hitting routine is crucial for players aiming to optimize their performance, maintain consistency, and build unwavering confidence. This guide delves into the essential components of an […]
Every swing, pitch, and play carries weight in the intricate world of baseball and softball. Among these, the Quality At-Bat (QAB) concept emerges as a fundamental yet often overlooked metric that transcends mere batting averages and home runs. Drawing insights from various experts and seasoned players, we delve into the essence of QABs, uncovering why […]
If you are just starting out as a baseball player, chances are you are overwhelmed with the amount of information out there about how to swing a baseball bat. At The Hitting Vault we break down the swing into six simple steps that we call our SwingBuild Program. The SwingBuild Program is available to all […]
One of the toughest things to master as a youth baseball or softball player is how to hit a curveball. As the competition level starts to increase, and pitchers get older and more developed we see them have a little more control over their pitches. Up until then, hitting can seem like a breeze for […]
Advanced stats, metrics, and baseball analytics. There are endless terms that can describe the latest craze in collegiate and professional baseball and softball. Coaching staffs and scouting departments have largely dismissed your more traditional statistical evaluation and instead focused on the “sabermetrics” aspect of the game. For more information on some basic hitting stats, check […]
At The Hitting Vault, we have over 50 baseball hitting drills specifically focused on creating power. In baseball, people often associate the term “power” with gargantuan sluggers hitting baseballs over the Green Monster at Fenway Park. However, you do not have to be six-foot-six to hit for power. LA Dodgers outfielder and 2018 American League […]
Here are the Top 5 Mistakes Hitters Make In Their Stance. “It doesn’t matter how you start, but how you finish.” That’s true in many facets of sports, but that’s not true when it comes to the swing. I come across so many hitters that make mistakes in their stance and it causes a domino […]
