Batting Practice Drills

by Bobby Woods May 30, 2022

batting practice drills

 Do you want to know how to swing a baseball or softball bat with power? There are a multitude of batting practice drills and softball batting drills that help a hitter develop power. When swinging, your back heel should face up as you swing through. This transfers weight into the ball, creating increased power, force and energy in your swing.The photo below shows  Arizona State University player demonstrating the correct turn of his back foot.

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Bobby Woods is a former Chicago Cubs player & Arizona State University graduate.

 

    

 

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

 



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