How to Read Baseball Pitch Spin Like a College Baseball Player!

🔥How to Read Baseball Pitch Spin Like a College Baseball Player!

If your young hitter dreams of playing college baseball, mastering the fundamentals early is critical. In this episode, I sit down with elite youth hitting instructor Trey Hannum to break down exactly how middle school and high school athletes can prepare for the jump to college-level competition. From reading pitch spin to building physical strength, Trey shares actionable advice that parents and players can start using today.

Learn essential baseball hitting techniques with coach Trey in this informative video! This session dives into effective baseball tips and baseball practice drills to refine your baseball swing. Start implementing these hitting tips and hitting drills baseball today!

We cover everything from mechanics and mindset to nutrition and posture—giving you a complete roadmap to help your athlete stand out in the recruiting process.

✅Topics Covered:
-How to teach young hitters to read pitch spin (slider, changeup, curveball)
-The benefits of standing in on bullpens without swinging
-Breaking down the “perfect swing” myth
-Identifying what’s really happening in a swing vs. perceived flaws
-Why physicality matters for college recruiting (size, strength, speed)
-Strength drills for hitters (deadlifts, grip training, heavy holds)
-Nutrition for gaining size and strength (4,000–5,000 calories/day tips)
-The role of the lead arm and bat control in generating power and direction
-Why elite hitters like Nolan Arenado focus on chin position and posture
-How maintaining posture impacts bat path and consistency
-Remote training opportunities with Trey Hannum

⏱️Timestamp
00:00 – Intro: Why pitch spin recognition matters
01:12 – Teaching young hitters to read spin
03:05 – Bullpen vision reps vs machine hitting
04:40 – “Perfect swing” myth explained
06:15 – Building physicality: strength + speed
08:22 – Nutrition for size (+ calorie targets)
09:35 – Lead arm power & bat control
11:05 – Posture and staying through the ball

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