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Hitting Drill: Back Net Constraint Tee (Baseball)

Advanced drill using a net behind the hitter to prevent early barrel dump and teach proper bat path and weight transfer.

Instructions

Tee set up in front of the middle of the plate Hitter sets up even with the plate Screen is set up behind the hitter, hitter stands as close to the net with their back foot as possible Objective is to be able to swing without the bat hitting the back net Focus is on proper weight transfer and path to ball Ideal drill for hitters that dump their barrel early or collapses their backside Partners switch after 10 swings

Coaching Points

  • Can't hit the back net with the bat
  • Prevents dumping barrel early
  • Prevents collapsing the backside
  • Forces proper weight transfer forward
  • Teaches correct bat path to ball
  • Advanced drill for specific swing flaws

At a Glance

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Duration
10 minutes
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Players
1-2 players
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Equipment Needed
  • Screen for coach to throw behind
  • home plate
  • and a bucket of baseballs
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Difficulty
advanced