Solomon's Sluggers Coaches HandbookTips from Ira & JohnEach week, Ira & John focus on one of the skill areas needed in baseball. After the instruction, we'll post the relevant points here, so that parents and coaches can reinforce:
Throwing and Catching
Throw and catch the Baseball with your feet! - Make sure you're moving toward your target
- Move your feet to the ball (Don't reach for the ball)
Remember the "T" position - Elbow has to be as high as the shoulder
- Glove points at target (Then tucks to your side)
- High Five (Release high), and put your hand in your pocket (Full follow through)
HittingWork from the ground up! - Base: Feet wider than your shoulders... Toes pointing forward to the plate!
- Balance: Slightly more weight on the back foot.
- Bat: Make sure door knocking knuckle are lined up, and hands are around the back ear.
- Elbows: Keep them down!!! Relaxed upper body, with arms making a triangle!
- Stride: Small replacement step (Pick up and put down) DON'T "STEP AT THE PITCHER"!!!
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