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Hand Break - Ball Release

The Science of Hitting A Fastball (1 of 3)

  • Video by Science Insider with added annotations.

  • The reason why you have to learn Hand Break and Ball Release as a batter.  

  • It's all about seeing the ball early because you don't have time to wait at the plate to initiate your swing. 

  • More in-depth about timing in The Truth About Batting Tees report.

  • Original video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RENLMum5wz4

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Intro to Hand Break-Ball Release (2 of 3)

  • Please watch this short video first.

  • Batters can have the best hitting mechanics in the world, but if their timing is off those mechanics won't matter.  

  • On the other hand, batters with average mechanics but good timing will find more success at the plate.

  • Video 3 of 3 below

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