I am working with a group of slappers who are relatively new to this movement. This is at the 14u level and the batters are seeing roughly 50-56 mph pitchers mostly. I have studied Larry Rays video and found it very helpful. I always start my slappers even with home plate so they can hit, slap or drag.
I teach them to start running late (when the ball is at least half way there) so that they will accomplish two objectives: 1) hit the inside half of the ball so as to push it to the left side, and 2) be sure that their foot is still inside the box when they contact. One of our coaches said that he thinks the girls are starting too late and that they should start moving as the pitcher is releasing...
I would appreciate any input on how you teach the timing of the running slap. My primary objective is to get the ball to the LEFT side of the field...Thanks
I teach them to start running late (when the ball is at least half way there) so that they will accomplish two objectives: 1) hit the inside half of the ball so as to push it to the left side, and 2) be sure that their foot is still inside the box when they contact. One of our coaches said that he thinks the girls are starting too late and that they should start moving as the pitcher is releasing...
I would appreciate any input on how you teach the timing of the running slap. My primary objective is to get the ball to the LEFT side of the field...Thanks