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Hitting Coaches

I have a 15 yr old...and an 11. (2 older son's playing days are over). They love baseball.. Nearby, I could have a choice of 3-4 different "competent" or at least "credentialed" coaches to help them hit. For the last 3 years they (and parts of the very talented 11U team I coach) have worked with a guy I respect. What I'm interested in, is being sure they are being taught mechanics that will give them the best chance for success both now and in the future. Just when I think I understand a new wrinkle appears...To this coaches credit, he has modified his approach some as he grows.

Keep in mind we do not spend big$$ going to him 2-3 times a week 12 months a year. More like once a week for 6 week sessions in the off season. I probably learn the most....which allows me to keep teaching all year. The problem is if I take them to a different guy (including the HS coach) they get different, ironclad, must do, hitting do's and don'ts. I now know enough to know that some of them are clueless. But in general, who to trust?? That's why the guys on this board that are willing to breakdown clips and generally talk about swing specifics are valuable to me.

Obviously it takes some doing to figure out who to trust here also. But I have a job that allows me free time at the computer each day so that's ok.

The one thing that is hard to determine frequently is how important each small trait is, to the good swing....I don't want to try to micro manage these guys. What's worth trying to change and whats better left alone if the results are good?

Anyway.......keep it coming. With every new thread I feel like I have a better understanding of the swing. Sometimes I have to slow it down to see it though, I'm getting old. Thanks again for all the input.

BTW I am familiar with or have purchased Mankin, Epstein and "He who must not be named". Lot's of info. Maybe I want to know too much? Big Grin
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