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from Coach Hector Santos
Why Kids Hit Well in the Cage but Struggle in Games
by: Coach Hector SantosPublished on: 02/02/2026Learn why batting cage success doesn’t always transfer to games and how parents can help kids train game-ready hitting confidence.
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Why Young Baseball Hitters Struggle With Two Strikes
by: Coach Hector SantosPublished on: 01/19/2026Learn why youth baseball players panic with two strikes and how parents can help hitters stay calm, confident, and competitive at the plate.
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Most Young Hitters Waste Their On-Deck Time. Here’s What They Should Be Doing Instead
by: Coach Hector SantosPublished on: 01/14/2026Most youth hitters waste on-deck time. Learn a simple routine to help young baseball players time pitchers and feel confident at the plate.
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Aggressive Swinging vs Controlled Attack in Youth Hitting
by: Coach Hector SantosPublished on: 12/10/2025Learn the difference between aggressive swinging and controlled attacking, plus a simple drill to help young hitters make better swing decisions.
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