Hitting Drill: Beginner Bunting Fundamentals (Baseball & Softball)

Introduction to bunting mechanics for beginners. Focus on stance, grip, and catching the ball with the bat rather than swinging.

How to Run This Drill

Start with proper bunting stance: pivot to face the pitcher with feet slightly wider than shoulder-width.
Show the proper grip: bottom hand stays in normal position, top hand slides up the barrel to the trademark area.
Hold the bat at the top of the strike zone. Bend knees to bunt lower pitches rather than lowering the bat.
Practice catching the ball with the bat - let the ball come to you rather than pushing at it.
Once the basics are solid, work on angling the bat to direct the ball down the first or third base line.
Stress that bunting is catching the ball with the bat and placing it - not swinging.

Coaching Points

Square to the pitcher with feet apart
Top hand slides up to the barrel - fingers behind the bat
Hold bat at top of zone, bend knees for low pitches
Catch the ball with the bat - dont push or swing
Angle the bat to direct the ball

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