In this episode of the Cornerstone Coaching Academy Podcast, you will learn:

Why we prioritize the hitting pyramid the way we do
The BIG mistake I made during my early years as a coach with hitting approach.
How we work on pitch recognition and hitting plan
Why bat speed is so important
Why you should never let your players say "he throws too slow for me to hit"
Why mechanics are important, but not the be all end all of hitting
Where does confidence come from?

 
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