Every elite athlete and coach needs to listen to this! Be comfortable being uncomfortable!

Unconventional isn't wrong. ✅ Hunter Pence’s swing looks odd full speed, but his sequence & plane are solid. ✅ Trey Mancini’s narrow stance & extended bottom-hand elbow work for him. Just because it’s not common doesn’t mean it’s wrong—if it works, let it be! #TheHittingVault

Deep barrel turn = early barrel plane. ⚾. Wong was late, but still squared it up for a hit. ✅ Getting on plane early gives room for error. ❌ If he pushed his hands, no chance at solid contact. Train your barrel turn—give yourself a bigger margin for success! #TheHittingVault

What're your thoughts? Up by 7 in the 8th, bases loaded, 3-0 count. Option 1. Swing (play hard until the end) or Option 2. Take a pitch (unwritten rule of respect)? Is it different since it's the MLB vs Little League?

When your body moves in sequence, your swing will look and FEEL effortless. Hips then hands!

Back foot movement varies—but here’s what elite hitters do. -Weightless back foot at/just before contact. -Belly button to pitcher, head still. -Some lift, some slide, some stay on the toe. ❌No 'squishing the bug'—force isn’t driving into the ground. Timing > back foot position.

Drill for better barrel turn & contact! ⚾🔥. ✅ Full-speed swing, stop at contact—no extension. 🎯 Focus on:.✔️ Turning the barrel, not pushing hands.✔️ Hips → torso → barrel sequence.✔️ Hip hinge & vertical barrel.✔️ Palm up/down at contact. Film it & refine your swing!

Why it’s so hard to find good, experienced umpires? This is why. No 1 wants 2 be abused when they go 2 work or volunteer. Parents & coaches, remember this is a game that’s suppose 2 be fun. Your child is always watching u 2 see how u react & treat others.

How to get a piece of a 50 mph change up after seeing a 67 mph dropball. Check out Fagaly's front knee at launch position, allowing her to maintain bend, delaying her barrel. From opening round at the 2013 WCWS.

Joey Gallo from the left or right is 😍

A great swing in 1979 is still a great swing in 2019. This is right after launch position in his first move. Cardinals' former 42nd Round draft pick Keith Hernandez came out of nowhere in 1979 leading the majors with a .344 batting average and 48 doubles.

Play hard. Have fun. ⚾💯. Timeless advice from the legendary Tony Gwynn. Effort & joy—two things that separate the greats from the rest. #TheHittingVault

Slowwwww to FAST! Don’t rush it! #SwingToDoDamage