
8
Hurricane
Category
4
Instructions For Use
AWAY STRIKE CONTACT
The batter assumes a stance and position that allows
the batter to hit the ball on the outer third of the
plate. The batter will practice “hitting the ball to the
opposite field”. This is the exact same location that
the batter should attack the off-speed pitch.
The batter is at a proper distance from the ball to
insure that proper contact is made with the ball
component and not the shaft.
The batter should assess the quality of each swing
by observing the reaction of the ball upon contact.
The batter should be able to determine if a ground
ball, fly ball, or line drive was hit. The batter can also
assess the power by observing how many times the
ball rotates upon contact. The angle of the batter’s
feet and body allow the batter to practice “hitting to
the opposite field”.
Each time the ball returns, the batter will hit the ball. The ball may
be hit while moving or from a still position like a hitting off a tee.
HIP-TURNER DRILL
“Hip-turn” is a vital part of power hitting. A hitter can generate
incredible power by learning to incorporate the lower-half of his or
her body into the swing.
The batter assumes a position that places the body
and feet at an angle facing away from the Hurricane
Machine. The ball unit is directed at the batter’s “hip
pocket”. Many people call this drill the “hip-pocket”
hitting drill. The batter must take a step, turn and drive
the hips through, in order to make strong contact with
the ball.
The batter is at a proper distance from the ball to
insure that proper contact is made with the ball
component and not the shaft.
The batter should assess the quality of each swing
by observing the reaction of the ball upon contact.
The batter should be able to determine if a ground
ball, fly ball, or line drive was hit. The batter can also
assess the power by observing how many times the ball rotates
upon contact.
Each time the ball returns, the batter will hit the ball. The ball may
be hit while moving or from a still position like a hitting off a tee.