How to Grip a Bat as a Left Handed Hitter

When it comes to playing baseball, you have to learn how to swing the bat if you are going to be any good at offense. And with most of the country being right-handed, learning to hit left-handed can be difficult. Don't despair, here's how to swing a baseball bat if you are a left-handed hitter.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Baseball bat

1. Place the baseball bat in your right hand. Put your right hand so that it is on the bottom of the bat along the base of the handle.

2. Add your left hand on top of your right hand and grip the bat so that your palm is facing out. (At this point, the back of your right hand should be facing the pitcher as well as the palm of your left hand.)

3. Roll the bat so that it is resting comfortably in your knuckles. This is one of the most common mistakes, as people think you must grip the bat in the base of your palms. However, your middle knuckle in each finger should grip the bat. This will allow your swing to be quicker to the ball. To check this position, make sure that you have aligned your middle knuckles.

4. Assume your batting stance. Batting stances vary as much as snow flakes. No two are quite the same. However, now that you have the proper grip for your baseball bat you are ready to get in the batter's box, assume your stance and take a few whacks at the ball.

Tips & Warnings

• Teach yourself to be a switch hitter. Not only will it make you a more versatile player, but coaches and managers will look forward to putting you in their line-up as you'll have a hitting advantage against any pitcher they throw.
• If you are getting blisters on your hands or the bat "stings" when you make contact with the ball, wear batting gloves. They'll make hitting a baseball with your bat more comfortable.
• Always wear a hat during batting practice. Even if the pitcher is throwing "lightly" during practice, you never know when a pitch, foul ball, errant throw or other unforeseen occurrence could strike you.

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