Hitting

7 Ball Front Toss

Instructions

• Screen set up 18-20 feet from the plate
• Hitter sets up even with the plate
• Partner sets up 7 baseballs in front of home plate numbering them 1-7
• Partner stands behind the screen flipping baseballs through all 7 zones
• After each swing the hitter calls out what zone the pitch went through
• Objective is for the hitter to have a complete understanding of what zones they are swinging at
• Focus is on hitting the ball where the zone dictates
• Ideal drill for anyone that wants to have a better understanding of plate discipline and contact points
• Partners switch after 10 swings

At a Glance
  • Duration 10 minutes
  • Players 1-2 players
  • Difficulty Intermediate
  • Age Range 6-18 years
  • Equipment Needed
    • Bat
    • Screen for coach to throw behind
    • Home plate
    • And a bucket of baseballs