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Eric Graves — Baseball Hitting Report

Baseball Hitting Report

Eric Graves

  • Age17 yrs
  • Height6’2”
  • Years of Playing12
  • Weight212 lbs
  • Level of PlayLevel 9 (17-18u / HS Varsity)
  • BatsRight
  • ThrowsRight
  • GenderMale
Drill Video Recap
AI Analysis Video

Overall Summary

Strengths

Strength 1: Exceptional head discipline and balance; head remains still through contact, providing a stable foundation for seeing the ball and executing the swing.

Strength 2: Powerful and efficient rotational mechanics, initiated by a strong hip drive and supported by a stable front side, leading to high bat speed.

Areas For Improvement

Improvement 1: Enhancing pre-swing separation (stretch) between the hips and torso will unlock greater power potential by creating more torque.

Improvement 2: Focus on feeling the scapular load to create a more dynamic ‘rubber band’ effect before initiating rotation.

Hitting Mechanics Evaluation

Fundamental Assessment Score

Based on 14 components · Average 4.1/5

13 Strong 1 Developing 0 Weak
Average4.1/5
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ComponentRatingCoach’s Notes

Advanced Assessment Score

Based on 6 components · Average 4.3/5

6 Strong 0 Developing 0 Weak
Average4.3/5
012345
ComponentRatingCoach’s Notes

Recommended Drills

1

Medicine Ball Rotational Throws

Focus

Explosive Rotation & Separation

Execution

In a batting stance, hold a medicine ball at your chest. Load back, creating a stretch between your hips and shoulders, then explosively rotate and throw the ball against a solid wall. This trains the core to store and release energy.

2

Fence Drill (Back Hip)

Focus

Hip & Torso Separation

Execution

Place your back hip against a padded fence or post. As you take practice swings (dry or off a tee), feel your torso and hands load back against the stable hip. This isolates and exaggerates the feeling of separation.

3

Walk Through Drill

Focus

Kinetic Chain Sequencing & Rhythm

Execution

Start two steps behind the tee. Take a step with your back foot (like a walking step-behind), then your front foot into your stride, and swing fluidly. This promotes a dynamic transfer of energy from the ground up.

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