Bat Swing Mechanics 101
By Jeffery A Wise
Swinging a bat is an essential part of hitting, that's why it's so important to have a good bat swing. This is one of the first things all ball players should learn, whether they're in Little League or high school.
Learning bat swing mechanics helps prevent mechanical breakdowns later. Professional players still occasionally have to tweak their mechanics, so that should tell you how important it is.
On a team, kids don't get a lot of one-on-one time with coaches, so I'm going to tell you the basics so you can work on them at home with a parent or friend. When I was growing up my father knew these mechanics and patiently taught them to me. Without his help, I would have never excelled in the sport.
Here are the basics to learn and practice:
Proper stance in the batter's box
Feeling comfortable while holding a bat.
Keeping your eyes on the ball
Having fun
No matter where the ball is pitched, you must maintain a consistent, smooth swing. Hold the bat like you normally would and practice your swing. Your eyes should always be on the ball with your head pointed towards the pitcher. As you swing, extend your arms and when you make contact with the ball point your head slightly down. If you don't see the ball you can't hit it.
Keep your hips and front shoulder back and wait for the ball. Your trigger motion gets your swing started and once your weight begins to shift forward again that is when your hips and shoulder open up and you hit the ball.
If you're having trouble with your bat swing, review these tips and give attention to the areas that need improvement. Identifying your problem is the first step in solving it. If necessary, ask for advice from a parent, coach or another player. Be patient and you will perfect your swing.
Jeffery A Wise invites you to learn more about improving your bat swing mechanics so you can hit better and help your team win. Start learning today by following our baseball hitting Facebook fan page, reading our information, watching our videos and participating in our blog.
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One tip I'd add is to make sure the batter doesn't overstride. Too long of a step will take power away from the swing.
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