Robert Wicks


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Long Baseball Hitting Portions And Quality Finish Maximizes Success

What does it take to make good, consistent, powerful contact with the baseball? Ah yes, this age old question has been the reason for many theories, training manuals, and coaching programs around the country. Among all of the batting techniques a player could use, what should he actually do when contacting the baseball? In short, the answer is to forget about contact! Let me explain.... (posted by Robert 1 year 172 days ago.)
Insider Secrets: Using Your Hands To Smack The Baseball

In all my years of baseball I can't ever remember hearing two similar theories on driving the hands to the baseball. In fact, this step of the swing is largely over looked and under trained. Consequently, in my younger years, the most that was ever taught to me was, "keep your hands inside the ball" or "drive the knob back at the pitcher". Although those are two great pieces of advice, they don't... (posted by Robert 1 year 185 days ago.)
Hip Power Can Indicate More Baseball Batting Power

Properly driving the hips into the baseball can be one of the most difficult aspects of the swing for a young player to perform correctly. Between different theories on how to drive the hips and the constant search to get more power, players are exposed to controversial information on what is best way to get the results that they are looking for. In my opinion, how to perform this step does revolve... (posted by Robert 1 year 197 days ago.)
Developing On Groundwork, Goal Setting, And Playoff Baseball For Everyone

Between one run ball games, walk-off wins, and a competitive series between two teams, it's hard not to get excited about playoff baseball. After a long grueling season of 162 games, only 8 out of 27 teams make it into the spotlight. As I sit here and watch Derek Lowe of Atlanta pitch the second game of the series on short rest, I can't help but to admire the preparation and... (posted by Robert 1 year 206 days ago.)
How To Better Your Baseball Batting

All baseball players can tell you that there are many skills required to be a good athlete. Not just physical ability, but hand-eye coordination and gritty determination are required. Baseball batting is just one facet of the sport, along with fielding and the ability to make split decisions. Here are some ways to ensure your batting is top notch. The first step to becoming a better batter is to select the right... (posted by Robert 1 year 215 days ago.)
How To Correct Playing Through Pain On The Baseball Field

Open communication is one of the hardest things to establish between two people. For whatever reason, things get lost in translation when someone speaks and someone listens. For that reason, it is imperative that players and coaches are constantly asking one another questions to make sure you are both on the same page. I met with a young 15 year old baseball player the other night who had been... (posted by Robert 1 year 215 days ago.)