FiveFrameSwing
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They don't really understand when you suggest something.
This has to be addressed, otherwise you are just babysitting.
They don't really understand when you suggest something.
Add to this ... that they repeat what is being worked on.
I will quiz young hitters. Today I quizzed a 9yo on the hitting sequence. I gave her a grade of an 'F'. Told her she would receive the quiz a few more times though out the hitting session. She received several A's.
Young hitters need to remain mentally engaged. I believe in quizzing them. Sometimes I tell the hitter what the quiz questions will be in their next session. I expect them to receive a grade of an 'A'. Not uncommon for a parent to take notes during this time ... they want their DD to receive an 'A'. Puts us all on the same page. I want the material learned, otherwise they are wasting my time ... they want a grade of an 'A' .
I don't believe in being overly patient. Set goals and expectations.
This has to be addressed, otherwise you are just babysitting.
Could you give us (me) some examples of of your quiz questions to a 9yo on the hitting sequence? I am with you on knowing and understanding their swing and why they do certain steps to produce bat speed and power. Even 9yo should be engaged mentally. Unfortunately, I think this is the exception and not the rule. Just yesterday I was working on getting my DD to understand the shoulders resistance and then ......wait for it ......... shoulder snap. And we talk about synchronization and the importance of timing. But I overhear and witness other hitting lessons and this is not happening.
Also when a young player understand her swing you can better trust that when she is practicing alone or with her team she will more likely employ what you have taught her.
RH, I'll answer the questions ... but to do so I wish to ask you questions, which will put you closer to the feel point so that you better appreciate the answers. Are you interested in answering a series of questions?
Are these private lessons at 9 years of age?
Are you charging 9 yo's parents for these lessons?
Is giving negative feedback make a kid enjoy a lesson and want to continue playing? (F for you) Not saying that you should give positive feedback for something that is wrong
Some of us do this for free, hoping your included it this group.
That being said, I do think you are incredibly knowledgeable and i have learned from you, I really agree that asking questions and looking for feedback is an awesome approach.