How to The Art of the Baseball Bunt

Bunting in baseball is a lost art. However it can be an important part of a baseball team's offense, whether bunting for a hit or advancing a runner.

Difficulty: Challenging

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Baseball bat
• Baseball

1. Bunt only at pitches in the strike zone.

2. Start high, holding the bat at the top of the strike zone, and then come down.

3. Bend the knees somewhat, keeping weight on the balls of your feet.

4. Keep the bat level, in front of your body, and in front of the plate.

5. Grip the bat lightly, with a V between your thumb and index finger. Ease up on your grip of the bat as the ball is met - let your hands and arms give a little.

6. Practice both the sacrifice bunt and bunting for a hit. The push bunt (for a right handed hitter) and drag bunt (for a left handed hitter)can be a major weapon for a fast runner who is trying to reach base on a hit. It can be used when the first baseman is playing deep. The pitch is pushed or dragged with the bat; the hitter aims for the hole between first and second base. It must be pushed or dragged past the pitcher in order to be effective.

Tips & Warnings

• Becoming an effective bunter takes lots of practice.
• Practice both the sacrifice bunt and bunting for a hit.
• Always wear a helmet when batting during a baseball game.