How to Teach the Batting Tee Baseball Game
There
no better all-purpose drill for Little Leaguers than conducting an actual
inter-squad baseball game using the batting tee. The drill is a fun drill that
combines hitting, base running, and fielding.
You will find that youngsters love this because of the loads of all-around
action and great competition. Batters like the feel of the bat striking the ball
which greatly improves their self-confidence beyond any hitting drill available
to this age group. The greenest beginners are able to connect with the ball
sitting on top of a batting tee. Those few who can't have serious problems when
it comes to hitting a baseball and require individual attention.
While the batter is hitting the ball off the tee, a coach can observe all the
basics: level swing, head still, stance, shoulders parallel, elbows parallel
etc.
Other coaches should help with base running, and infield and outfield play.
Play can be stopped at anytime for instruction.
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