“Shaft to shoulder” is a great term used in hitting that explains what the hitter should do with their bat as they bring their hands forward into the swing. Basically, it means that the shaft of the bat (the bat itself) should be as close...
The batting tee is probably the most versatile tool for baseball players. It can be used for drill work in almost every area of the game. Today’s video tip shows how you can use a tee to practice two specific types of bunts. ...
Do your hitters bear down, or do they tense up, when they are faced with a 2-strike count? Either way, make sure you know the 4 Keys to helping your players hit with 2 strikes. You may not have thought about it but an at-bat actually has...
In my opinion, the slide step is one of the most overused pitching strategies at the lower levels of baseball. By lower levels I mean high school and below. On top of that, when it is used at a proper time, the mechanics performed are...
Hitting a change up is hard, and practicing to hit one can be even harder. That is, until you start using this simple change up front toss drill. For this drill, you’ll need a partner or a coach, a bucket of regular softballs– and a protective screen,...
This title comes from the mouth of Jose Bautista of the Blue Jays. In his own words, the video explains what “start slow and early” means and how that concept transformed his career. ...
Softball is filled with critics – people in the stands, or the dugouts, and often in our own heads. Learn how to handle that negative talk so it doesn’t hurt your play! “Don’t pop up”, “Keep your back shoulder up”, “Just Throw Strikes”, “Quit Throwing it Away!”...
Today’s video tip is Part 2 of the very important responsibility for middle infielders when there are runners on base. To see Part 1, click HERE. Today’s tip focuses on a common mistake made AFTER this responsibility is over and how to correct it. ...
Posted By Cindy Bristow Need some help firming up your players stride, either in their throwing or pitching? Then here’s a drill that works great. Have your player stand on a baseball mound and either throw overhand or underhand down the mound (using whichever motion they...
Today’s video tip is about the VERY IMPORTANT and MANDATORY responsibility of both middle infielders whenever there are runners on base. It’s one of the many things a well-coached team will do without being told. ...
