• Former MLB Hitting Coach Andy Barkett on Swing Mechanics and Player Development

  • Dec 23 2024
  • Length: 40 mins
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Former MLB Hitting Coach Andy Barkett on Swing Mechanics and Player Development

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  • In this episode, we welcome back Andy Barkett, former MLB hitting coach, and current private hitting instructor. Andy shares insights from his nearly 30 years of coaching experience, focusing on the mechanical aspects of hitting. He discusses his transition from professional baseball to private coaching, the development of his remote training business, and his new product, the Power Pivot. Andy also delves into common issues he sees in college hitters and provides valuable tips for improving swing mechanics and mental approach.


    0:00 - Introduction and Andy's background

    5:30 - Transition to private coaching and remote training

    10:15 - Evaluating hitters and addressing mechanical flaws

    15:45 - The Power Pivot tool and proper hip rotation

    22:30 - Common issues in college baseball hitting

    28:00 - Comparing MLB hitters to amateurs

    33:45 - The role of technology in hitting development

    38:00 - Closing thoughts and contact information


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    Andy Barkett

    Power Pivot product


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