10. Hitting & Maximizing Barrel Control ft. Austin Upshaw (Kennesaw State Univ.)

Update: 2022-03-15

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Why is barrel control so important in hitting? What is the difference between practice and training? Why should you train your non-dominant hand as a hitter? What is the #1 piece of advice for high school aged hitters?

On this episode of Riding The BUS, Austin Upshaw, former 13th round draft pick by the Chicago Cubs and current D1 coach at Kennesaw State University shares his experience as both a player and a coach as he answers the questions above and more. There is no “one right way” to hit, but there are some key ingredients to success. If you’re looking to improve as a hitter and learn what it takes to hit at the collegiate (and professional) level, tap play, take a listen, and get ready to take some notes!

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