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QuestionIs it hard to hit a homerun?Isaac HessIsaac Hess is a Baseball Coach, Instructor, and the Founder of MADE Baseball Development and Champion Mindset Training Program, a baseball training program based in Los Angeles, California. Isaac has over 14 years of experience coaching baseball and specializes in private lessons and tournaments. He has played baseball for both professional and collegiate leagues including Washington State University and the University of Arizona. Isaac was ranked as one of Baseball America's top 10 prospects for 2007 and 2008. He earned a BS in Regional Development from the University of Arizona in 2007.
Baseball Coach & InstructorYes, but it's definitely possible! If you want to hit a home run, you'll need to have a more exaggerated load, or momentum, than if you were just trying to hit the ball to get on base. That way, you'll have a more explosive swing so you'll be able to apply more force to the ball. -
QuestionWhat can I do if I am a lefty and the pitchers throw outside to me?DonaganTop AnswererAny batter, left or right handed, can swing at an outside pitch and hit the ball to the opposite field. You're just as likely to get a hit to the opposite field as you are to your power field. The ball just may not go as far.
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QuestionWhat if I'm up against a good pitcher?Community AnswerIf it is a good pitcher, look and see where the ball releases. Wait until you get a strike to see the speed of the ball and where you need to hit it. Don't be afraid to swing your bat as hard as you can and follow through.
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QuestionAs a contact hitter with a .817 average, how do I increase my power without hurting my average?Community AnswerOnly try to hit home runs when the outfielders are playing in on you, that way if you hit it deep but not far enough they won't be able to run it down and you'll still get on base.
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QuestionDo I have to sweep the bat down in order to hit a home run or can I hit regularly?DonaganTop AnswererIf you swing down, you're less likely to hit an over-the-fence home run. Some hitters swing up if they're trying to hit a home run but this could increase the risk of a pop up.
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QuestionAny tips on how to regain hitting confidence?Community AnswerPractice with a friend. Friends will be encouraging and make it more fun.
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QuestionWhat if you are scared of the ball?Community AnswerAsk your coach if you can try catching. When you return to your normal position or the batter's box, you'll be less scared.
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QuestionDoes it matter how fast I swing the bat when batting in softball?Community AnswerYes, the faster you swing, the harder you will hit the ball if you connect. So if you want the ball to go far, you have to swing the bat fast.
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QuestionI keep swinging down - any advice?DonaganTop AnswererTake a longer stride with your front leg.
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QuestionWhat can I do to not get out when hitting a home run?Community AnswerHit the ball over the fence. This will allow you to run as slow as you want around the bases with no threat of getting out.
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QuestionHow can I just get a hit?Community AnswerYou should hit off of a tee and ask your coaches to give you extra batting practice pitches. If a bat is too heavy, choke up on the bat, or try using another bat. Also, if you can time up the pitcher, it can help.
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QuestionHow do I hit an inside the park home run?I_Love_ Dancing_Community AnswerTry to hit it to where there aren't many fielders, so it takes longer for the them to retrieve the ball. if you want to get around the bases, you'll have to move fast though.
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QuestionWhat does "stride" mean?Community AnswerStride means step, so make a bigger step if you are swinging down at the ball.
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QuestionHow do I find the right pitch?Community AnswerFind a pitch that is in your range, so somewhere in between your chest and knees that is still inside the batter's box. Mainly, it should feel more comfortable for you to swing at.
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