Hitting for more power is a common discussion topic especially with parents looking for ways to give their young players an edge. For the past 10 years or so, I've
On occasion, we get a question from a player asking whether or not young hitters "should copy big league swings?"
The answer really depends on a few very important aspects.
There are hitting mechanics that cause us to slow the game down while seeing the ball better and there are hitting mechanics flaws that ruin pitch recognition.
These two concepts can
Hitters who know how to hit the curveball don't come out of the womb knowing how to hit the curveball. It’s a skill that anyone can acquire by understanding key
Reading spin & movement for better pitch recognition starts with understanding EXACTLY what each pitch typically type does after the pitcher releases the ball.
Once a hitter understands the spin, shade
If I had to make a list of specific mental hitting tips for better pitch recognition I'd have to start with these seven.
See Ball Hit BallLet Go of OutcomeSpace OutRedefine
Ever wonder why some players tend to excel more than others? They don't seem to be any faster, stronger, bigger or smarter. Yet - they seem to get the job
Pete Rose On Hitting: You should be hitting like Pete Rose. Scratch that.
Let me be more specific.
You should be competing in the box, swinging with intent to do damage while focusing