Chris Delorit
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nixxy311,
Including all of the great replies already, here's a YouTube video from the Ripken brothers for you to consider.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KhDRrZyUkQE
Slow the process down & break it into simple-to-understand stages. Like slap-hitting, the upper body & lower body will be simultaneously performing separate motions. You're challenge is to eventually "feel" those into one smooth, quick reaction.
Consider using softies to start the process, as they don't hurt if misplayed.
As in the catching position, learning to "receive" the ball closer to the core, will eventually allow you a quicker transfer & release because the arms will not have had to extend quite as far in order to catch the ball.
Spinning two at 2 is an advanced skill at first-year 12's. It's a nice challenge, and you should absolutely work with your daughter on it. However, in the process you may consider the importance of her basic skills & mechanics at middle infield, prior to more advanced situations.
Including all of the great replies already, here's a YouTube video from the Ripken brothers for you to consider.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KhDRrZyUkQE
Slow the process down & break it into simple-to-understand stages. Like slap-hitting, the upper body & lower body will be simultaneously performing separate motions. You're challenge is to eventually "feel" those into one smooth, quick reaction.
Consider using softies to start the process, as they don't hurt if misplayed.
As in the catching position, learning to "receive" the ball closer to the core, will eventually allow you a quicker transfer & release because the arms will not have had to extend quite as far in order to catch the ball.
Spinning two at 2 is an advanced skill at first-year 12's. It's a nice challenge, and you should absolutely work with your daughter on it. However, in the process you may consider the importance of her basic skills & mechanics at middle infield, prior to more advanced situations.