We start with attacking the inner half of the ball.

This is one of my oldest hitting principles that I have shared with 1,000's of hitters.

When we attack the inner half of the ball, we increase our contact %, period!

Yes! Mechanics are important, but it starts with having the right approach!

I've said it before and I'll say it again, the right approach will fix "most" mechanical issues.

Fact: we get Extension by attacking the inner half of the ball.

Fact: we achieve repeatable mechanical swings by understanding how to get the bat path on the plane of the pitch, early and often.

This video is short, but the principle is crucial.

How do we show up ON TIME with the Fastball while staying back on the offspeed?

One way is by Hunting Pitches and watching the pitcher and every move he makes.

The pitcher is the test. Watch the pitcher!

I give you permission to not be perfekt 😉

I give you permission to not get three hits today.

But can I please get you to play with more calmness, toughness, and focus and less tension, pressure, and anxiety?

Parents, here's a hint! It starts with you.

Short answer. No!

Long answer, as a scout I'm not getting tricked by size.

I'm looking for instincts and strength.

Here's a story about the power of wanting the 5th at-bat.

What a 30 min talk on the mental side of hitting can do for you.

If you, your kid or any player you know ever felt like an underdog, remember this story!

Here's a story about a young player who listened to Quality At-Bats every day during college.

Compete with Confidence. 

Let's go!