Short Summary
- Coaches discuss various drills to help players understand the concepts of balls and strikes while keeping them engaged.
- They emphasize the importance of practicing in stations to make training more dynamic and less boring.
- A key drill involves using a tee and front toss to help players work on their timing and swing mechanics.
- Front toss is highlighted as beneficial for easier strike throwing and can be adjusted to match players’ skill levels.
- Coaches recommend using soft toss with smoosh balls for safety during practice.
- They suggest focusing on throwing strikes during batting practice to help players learn when to swing.
- Various techniques are discussed to help young baseball players understand the strike zone and improve their batting skills.
- Coaches emphasize exposing players to different pitch types, including intentionally throwing balls outside the strike zone.
- One method includes placing seven balls in front of home plate for players to identify which one they are swinging at during practice.
- The overall focus is on building confidence and understanding of the game through practical drills and exercises, making batting practice more interactive.
