Hitting: Timing

Question: heyy brooke! thanks for the link to your site! I actually have a question…How do I work on my hitting? I have a great jump and i can reach the net. But I really think its just my timing. But sometimes when I actually have great timing, its off and I don’t know how to angle myself to get it to where I want it like you can… so you think you can help?? =]

This question was asked by Tiffany.

Thank you for the question Tiffany! Throughout my few years coaching and playing I have come across this problem with many players as well as myself! The issue of timing can be a headache, and although it seems that it would be a difficult thing to fix, it’s actually not! The technique I try to teach my girls consists of trusting your brain. Yes, I said it, your brain!

Blocking: Reading the Hitter

Question: When blocking how can you read the hitter, to know where they plan to hit the ball ???

This question was turned in by Clay. To help answer your question Clay, I pulled up an article that I once refered to myself to answer the same question. It includes tips to help read the hitter, as far as their shoulder and body position, as well as the direction of their approach. Hope this helps! And thank you for asking!