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WHAT MAKES A GOOD HITTER GREAT?

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Are you searching for ways to become a more consitent hitter this off-season? Well, lucky for you we have been thinking about this for awhile now and decided to check in with Sheffield High School Head Coach, Bradley Kimbrough to get you the answers! Coach Kimbrough is the Director of Nike Softball Camp at Airport Sports Complex in Muscle Shoals, Alabama.

Nike Softball Camps: Now Coach Kimbrough, we understand you like to emphasize the importance of power hitters. Can you explain this to us?

Coach Kimbrough: Some of the common characteristics of very good hitters, especially power hitters are most often overlooked by coaches & players. Everyone knows you need good base, good timing, & good strength. But these “other” traits must be developed and thus practiced.

Nike Softball Camps: So as a hitter looking to improve these "other" traits, what should I be focused on this off-season?

Coach Kimbrough: It is important to take the time to work on the following:

#1—Good Eyes; It is essential to be able to focus the eyes on exactly the point the need to be in order to become a great hitter. Eye Training is the key to developing as a hitter. When possible, use tennis balls, small whiffles, etc… to train the eyes on a smaller target.

#2—Good Hands; Hands are a very important part of the power swing. You must “throw” your top hand at the point of impact and control/balance your bat control with bottom hand. Various drills are available to help develop good hands.

#3—Feel Your Swing;  The ability to “feel” your swing is what sets apart good hitters from great hitters. Repetition is the only way to develop a great swing & then having the focus/concentration to “feel” the proper swing will make any player a better hitter. When you can physically feel abnormalities in your Base, Strength, Form, Hands, you will automatically know exactly what needs to be fixed to better your next swing.

Nike Softball Camps: That is some great information Coach! Thanks for taking the time to teach us a little bit more about what it takes to become a great hitter.

Coach Kimbrough: No problem guys. I hope this helps all those hitters out there who are looking to take their game to the next level and we hope to see you out at camp!

For more information or to sign up for Coach Kimbrough's camp please visit Nike Softball Camps.  

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