Hitting

Scissor Tee and Soft Toss

Instructions

• Tee set up in front of the middle of the plate
• Hitter sets up even with the plate, while partner places a ball on the tee
• Hitter starts with 75% swings
• After hitter makes contact, the back foot should step behind the front heel
• The focus should be on keeping the front leg firm throughout the swing and feeling the weight against the front knee
• Once the hitter feels comfortable with this movement, they can perform 100% swings with the scissor step movement
• Partners switch after 10 swings

At a Glance
  • Duration 5 minutes
  • Players 1-2 players
  • Difficulty Beginner
  • Age Range 6-18 years
  • Equipment Needed
    • Bat
    • Tee
    • Baseballs
    • Net or screen to hit into