Watch as Coach Jessica Bracamonte explains, and batters demonstrate the Hula Hoop Slapping Drill. The focus of the drill is on barrel path and direction. The batter should be in the middle of the hoop with the hands and shoulders lined up. The hoop represents the barrel path as the batter starts her crossover and sequence. As the batter opens with the front side it is important to make sure this is a result of the back side coming through and not pulling with the front shoulder.
Hula Hoop Slapping Drill with Jessica Bracamonte – Univ. of Toledo
