What drills make a hitter long though contact and barrel accurate

Staying long through contact keeps the bat path flat and the barrel in the zone longer for more accurate, powerful hits—especially for youth and high school players. The key isn’t a magic drill; it’s the technique: separate hands from the body early so hands lead the barrel ahead of the chest, creating room for the barrel to travel straight and stay on plane through the zone. Top hand can come off or stay on—it doesn’t matter as long as separation happens. Apply this cue in tee work, soft toss, front toss, and live batting practice for consistent results.

• Early hand separation + hands leading ahead of chest → longer, flatter barrel path

• Focus on keeping barrel on plane and in zone longer → better contact quality and accuracy

• Use the same cue across all drills (tee, soft toss, front toss, live BP) for muscle memory

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