Baseball and softball players spend countless hours fine-tuning their mechanics and swings. However, success at the plate is often more about what happens inside the batter’s box than the swing itself. For years, the mental side of hitting has been overlooked, with an emphasis placed only on technique and physical preparation. The truth is, the […]
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 […]
As hitting coaches, our primary role is to serve as a translator for our players. We have to understand complex scientific concepts about how the body moves during the swing and design drills (and cues within those drills) that our hitters can actually put into practice. In fact, communicating effectively with athletes is such an […]
What are the most important factors that make up a great hitter? While we could go in depth strictly about the mechanical components of a great hitter (which do play a role) there are also other areas that if missing could be holding you back from reaching your full potential. If you are looking for […]
Launch position in baseball and softball is one of the most misunderstood aspects in the game today. If you’ve spent any time around the baseball or softball field, you’ve probably heard a few phrases thrown around like: “Wow, he (or she) has a launch angle swing.” “If he didn’t have a launch angle swing, he […]
Two strike hitting is one of the toughest things we have to do as hitters. As coaches, we always talk to our players about having a “Two Strike Approach” (meaning what we do at the plate differently when we have two strikes). The majority of coaches teach their hitters (as I did for several years) […]
