Swing speed is going to play a big role when it comes to hitting for power. Even for me now that I've been on Varsity, I'm still working on swing speed and keeping the bat in the hitting zone for as long as possible. Keeping the bat through the zone as long as possible is the most important part when it comes to being a successful hitter. Miguel Cabrera does this the best, and I mean he's not too bad if you ask me.
Hitting harder is very overrated... look at Ichiro seriously dude just hit a slow tapper to third beat it out, or learn how to hit a line drive single...
Piggyback trent, watch pros. But, also make a trip to the batting cages. Work on your load (the step in your swing where you begin to generate power from your core) and increase your bat speed. Easier said than done, but that's baseball for you. Good luck.
Also, consider the two types of hitting: rotational and linear. Rotational meaning you throw the bat head at the ball, and linear meaning you guide the bat perpendicular to the ball with your fists.
Watch pros. One thing u should always know is, dont just use your arms. Start your swing off with your hips swinging first then the second portion of the swing is your core and upper body. Look on youtube at some hitting tips. I cant tell you how you hit based on this question but just remember to use your entire body. A drill that will help: grip only with your top hand on the bat (have your other hand open but still on the bat so you will be able to quickly grip it.) 1)start your swing (bottom hand not gripped)
2) as soon as the ball is at the point where you want to make contact, grip with your bottom hand as you swing.
Trust me itll help im on varsity basball whos recieved full rides to 3 schools already.- and im not great with grades. Also remember to let the ball fully get to you before swinging. The later you swing to the point you can keep it in play, the better your going to be
I usually have been hitting the ball into very shallow outfield and i play 13u baseball. I wanted to know how to get more power and hit the ball. And tips on how to hit further.
