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3 comments 1727 views
Handling Pressure
By: Derek Jeter
No matter how big the game or how bright the spotlight, there are proven ways to handle the pressure and perform well.
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1 comment 1642 views
Fence Drill
Here is a drill that will help you to get the right feel for the proper path of the bat to the hitting zone. Remember, a...
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Top-Hand Drill
By: Matt Wurst
The top hand on the grip is the hand that takes the bat to the ball. It is important to develop strength and skill with th...
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The Classic Fence Drill
If you have a player who is suffering from a long, looping swing, then the old standby of the fence drill may be just the ...
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Shoulder to Shoulder Drill
Whip the bat from the tip of the back shoulder through the center of the body around to the front shoulder while keeping t...
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Soft Tap Drill
You will need a wiffle ball or other soft ball. Have your training partner toss the ball up softly in front of you. From a...
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Power Hand Drill
By: Matt Wurst
A hitter's power comes from the bottom or pull hand. This drill develops bottom hand strength. Have batter, using only one...
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TWO-HANDED WRIST DRILL
Place the hands between the knees; tip the bat back to the back shoulder; flick the bat down and up to the front shoulder,...
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"Loop and Hammer" Drill
This drill teaches the hands to move before the bat barrel moves. Start with the hands pointing the bat head toward second...
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2 comments 1318 views
On Deck Preparation
Many young players waste valuable time waiting for their turn to hit. They stand in the on-deck circle and talk to team ma...
