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I am 15, a freshman, at an elite baseball program in Texas. I hit last on my select team, but here I am leadoff. I wanted to know what the job is of a leadoff hitter, any tips on how to be a good one, or anything else with the subject that you can think of.
A lead off hitter can't be afraid to hit with two strikes.He has got to take alot of pitches.His job is to allow the other hitters to see as many pitches as possible.Your job is to get on base how ever you can.Must have a good two strike approach.If you have good speed then you have got to use the bunt as a weapon.The last hitter and the first are alot alike.
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Willie Ansley Jr.
Expertise
I can answer all questions on baseball instruction from hitting to baserunning,pitching and defense.I can also deal with the mental side of the game. After all baseball is 90% mental.
Experience
I was the Houston Astros #1 pick in 1988.I have been doing private instruction and coaching select baseball in the Houston,Tx. area since 1996.
Past/Present clients
I have worked with such players as Carl Crawford(while at Jeff Davis High)first pick in second round of the 2000 MLB draft.Also Vince Blue(Lamarr High) a 10th round selection.John Hale(Lamarr High) committed to Rice Univ.Eric Iland(Lamarr High) a top prospect in the 2007 MLB draft.
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