How to Hit a Slow Pitch Softball
Slow pitch softball is perfect for beginners, though there are still plenty of technicalities involved in hitting the ball at a distance. The ball does not come at you at a great pace, but unless you are aware of the proper technique to hold and swing the bat, have a proper stance, shift your balance in the right manner and set your eye in properly, you will not be able to hit the ball as cleanly as you would like to. Learning to hit a slow pitch softball will not take much time, though you will have to show some solid commitment and then regularly practice.
Instructions
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The first thing that you need to do in order to learn to hit a slow pitch softball is to choose the right bat. You need to be sure about the types of bats that are allowed in your league, so that you do not end up violating the rules. Since you may not be aware of the way to check whether a bat is legal or not, your coach or manager will take care of the issue themselves. While selecting a bat, do not opt for a bat that is either too big or too heavy. You will not be able to control and swing the bat properly and comfortably if it is too big or heavy for you to handle with ease. Unless you are comfortable with the bat, you will not be able to swing the ball with sufficient force and therefore will not be able to hit the ball with enough force.
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You need to grip the bat properly to be able to swing the bat with greater control. If you are a right-hander, your right hand should be placed higher on the bat than your left and if you are a left hander, than your left hand should be placed higher than your right hand on the bat.
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In order to free up your arms and get a good feel of the bat, swing it a few times before facing the actual pitch. Be sure to swing the bat through.
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After you step into the batter’s box, stand in a position that would allow you to cover the home plate. You do not want to stand too wide, as that would make you miss the ball if it is pitched away from you. If you stand too close to the home plate, then you may have trouble getting enough force behind the ball and hitting it in a good direction.
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As the pitcher gets ready to pitch, clear your mind and focus on the ball in the pitcher’s hand only.
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Once the ball comes in hitting range, swing the bat with force and speed. Not taking your eyes off the ball and swinging the bat on time would ensure that you make contact and send the ball flying at a great distance.
