You can't believe everything you hear. If a ball looks like it curves, dips or dives - follow your instincts - chances are they're correct.
If your swing produces a natural backspin on the ball, more power to you. If it doesn’t, don’t sweat it.
The skills that are being practiced may be different, but the purpose and work ethic from one sport to the next should be universal.
The mechanics of the swing are interchangeable. Develop those fundamentals and enjoy the benefits of playing the game with confidence and freedom.
The world has changed, and to make America’s Pastime relevant to the next generation, the game had to adjust as well.
If an individual feels the desire to dedicate themselves to a sport, they should enjoy the journey - even the training.
If an athlete believes they are destined to be a ball player, and they are willing to put in the hard work, they can accomplish their goals.
As long as a player uses failure as a learning experience, they should feel good about themselves and be optimistic about future plate appearances.
The best hitters don’t look at half of the ball, whether that be the top or bottom, they are focused on the entire object and aim for the dead center of it.
Hitting is a moving object is a difficult act, a complex relationship between physical, visual and mental development.
At the point of contact a player's wrists should be firm. A baseball (or softball) is a dense object - an athlete should be geared for a collision course.
Find that happy place in between your knuckles that allows you to be comfortable and productive at the plate.