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Stop hitting the rubber and start hitting the ball! In this episode, Marty Schupak breaks down the "Miss The Tee" Drill, a fundamental exercise designed to help youth baseball and softball players improve their hand-eye coordination and swing path.
Many young hitters struggle by hitting the top of the tee or "chopping" at the ball. This drill provides a visual and physical blueprint to ensure players are making clean contact with the middle of the baseball. Whether you are a first-time coach or a parent in the backyard, this technique is a game-changer for player development.
Key Teaching Points:
Visual Focus: Training the eyes to stay on the ball, not the tee.
Level Swing Path: How to eliminate the "chopping" motion common in beginners.
Consistent Contact: Building muscle memory for a more accurate swing.
Confidence at the Plate: Helping kids see immediate results in their hitting.
Resources Mentioned:
More valuable resources by Marty Schupak at: www.MartySchupak.com
Tee Ball Myths and Solutions (Book): https://tinyurl.com/mr396658
T-Ball Drills (110 Creative Drills): https://tinyurl.com/yc4shvys
Baseball Coaching Guide: https://tinyurl.com/bf5bhb3r
Marty’s Amazon Author Page: https://tinyurl.com/brwj5wv3
Connect with Schupak Sports:Twitter: @schupaksportsBlog: T-Ball America
#teeball #youthbaseball #baseballcoaching #hittingdrills #littleleague #schupaksports #baseballparents #teeballdrills
By Marty SchupakStop hitting the rubber and start hitting the ball! In this episode, Marty Schupak breaks down the "Miss The Tee" Drill, a fundamental exercise designed to help youth baseball and softball players improve their hand-eye coordination and swing path.
Many young hitters struggle by hitting the top of the tee or "chopping" at the ball. This drill provides a visual and physical blueprint to ensure players are making clean contact with the middle of the baseball. Whether you are a first-time coach or a parent in the backyard, this technique is a game-changer for player development.
Key Teaching Points:
Visual Focus: Training the eyes to stay on the ball, not the tee.
Level Swing Path: How to eliminate the "chopping" motion common in beginners.
Consistent Contact: Building muscle memory for a more accurate swing.
Confidence at the Plate: Helping kids see immediate results in their hitting.
Resources Mentioned:
More valuable resources by Marty Schupak at: www.MartySchupak.com
Tee Ball Myths and Solutions (Book): https://tinyurl.com/mr396658
T-Ball Drills (110 Creative Drills): https://tinyurl.com/yc4shvys
Baseball Coaching Guide: https://tinyurl.com/bf5bhb3r
Marty’s Amazon Author Page: https://tinyurl.com/brwj5wv3
Connect with Schupak Sports:Twitter: @schupaksportsBlog: T-Ball America
#teeball #youthbaseball #baseballcoaching #hittingdrills #littleleague #schupaksports #baseballparents #teeballdrills