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*Marathon Special: Terry Pendleton's Batting Tips, Pt.1 From "Major League Remodel Marathon" episode DMLR-M1

Atlanta Braves batting coach Terry Pendleton and friend.

Terry Pendleton, former player and now batting coach for the Atlanta Braves offers these batting tips and fundamentals for kids and their coaches.

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• The adage "keep your eye on the ball" is sage advice, but it's possible to do so and still be in a bad hitting position. For example, squatting into a low stance or leaning way back in order to watch the ball as it's being pitched will put you in less than effective hitting position.

• Rather than keeping your eyes on the ball, focus instead on keeping your head still. Some kids tend to lean their head way back in an effort to watch the ball. Others will lower their head down as if lying on a pillow or bobbing for apples. The best hitting position is one in which you can keep your head upright -- and still -- as you swing and make contact with the ball.

• As you swing, allow the rotation and momentum of your body work for you while your head remains still. Avoid letting your head move where your body goes. Perhaps a more useful adage than "Keep your eye on the ball" is "Wherever your head goes, your body -- and the bat -- will follow."