MediumImprove Swing MechanicsImprove LoadImprove Barrel Control
Closed Front Foot Drill
What this drill helps fix
Helps you keep your front foot closed to avoid spinning off the pitch.
Coach Steve cue
Keep your front foot closed and swing into a firm front hip. Hold your finish for three seconds.
Why fixing this matters
A closed front foot helps you stay behind the ball and use your weight transfer for more power.
Training details
- Duration
- 10 min
Related drills
- 45 Degrees Closed DrillHelps you keep your chest facing the plate longer as you step, instead of turning toward the pitcher too soon.
- Back Net Constraint TeeHelps you bring the bat to the ball without taking a long route behind you.
- Half Swing DrillHelps hitters who lack extension or a clean swing plane learn to get through the ball and control the barrel through full extension.
- Color Ball Front TossHelps you see the ball's color before deciding what to do.
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