Hitting

Stick the Landing & Pop and Stop

Drills:
4
Core Drill/Rank:
4
No. of people:
1
Duration:
15 Swings
Frequency:
3 Rounds
Equipment:
Locations:

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Benefits to this Drill

Supports with identifying the hitters launching position

Upon contact with the ball, the hitter will identify the correct point of contact

Helps with extension after impact

Provides instant feedback

Common Miscues

Hitters landing position is inconsistent; resulting in inconsistent front foot landing

Hands drop creating an uppercut swing (Stop and Pop)

Inconsistent bat path planes

Lead foot opens up or closes off

No significant pop off the bat (Stop and Pop)

Identify the Standout

Hitter will land confidently land in the same position to fire from that launch

Hitters lead foot will land consistently straight towards the pitcher; lead foot on a 45 degree angle

Stop and pop will be significant and the ball should jump off the bat

Hitters bat head will be pointing to right centerfield after extension