Description: One of the big things that seemed to make a huge difference for Derek was choking up on the bat. When he did this, his bat took a more direct path to the ball and therefore, made his hands quicker. Derek also has to work on stepping towards the pitcher and using his hips when he swings.

Suggested drills and training: Use the 1-2 drill off the tee or during soft toss. Utilize the two tee drill and draw a line in the dirt or place a board on the ground to promote a more consistent stride towards the pitcher. Concentrate on using your hips everytime you swing the bat.