How can I become a better hitter in baseball?
Okay i’m 11 years old, 4 foot nine and 84 pounds
Im doing little league this year for the fourth year and in my little league you get five. In our league there are seven chains and seven levels on a chain.
This year I jumped from level four to level seven so I am finding it hard to adjust to the new speed of pitches. There is about a week until opening day and we have about 5-6 practices a week
I have played on the allstar team for two years so i know how to hit, i am just not adjusting to pitches or hitting with enough power
are there any exercises or tricks with my swing i can use?
i heard the triceps and hips are used hitting
any tips, tricks or anything would be great-THANKS
People say Practice makes perfect Well there Wrong. Perfect Practice makes Perfect. I would say try to bulk up some and Follow hitting drills here are some tips.
The ideal hitter would probably have a combination of these qualities: strength, determination, coordination, confidence, vision, rhythm, style, body control, quick hands, and the will to learn and to take advice. The following is a list of batting tips that can help anyone become a better hitter.
Select a bat you can handle.
Learn the strike zone – don’t swing at bad pitches.
Keep your front shoulder and chin tucked in, and your hands back. Turn your head so that both eyes are on the pitcher – don’t look around your nose. Stay on the balls of your feet – keep off your heels. Keep your head still.
In order to get the bat started, move your hands back slightly as the pitcher is getting ready to release the ball. If you like the pitch, go ahead and hit it. If you don’t like the pitch, then hold up your swing.
Take a short step and stride – a long stride will only throw you off balance.
Stay on top of the ball. A slight downward swing allows this and is a good way to keep from upper-cutting. Keeping the front shoulder in and down also allows a hitter to get the bat head out in front and prevents dropping the back shoulder.
Learn to hit your strength. Every hitter has a strength just as every hitter has a weakness. Hit your pitch. When you get it, don’t let it get away. Concentrate on solid, hard contact.
Baseball Hitting: Basic Hitting Mechanics
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