Kelly Horne’s Key to Hitting

Kelly Horne drives the ball with power while maintaining a stable front side during a game at Troy University.
Kelly Horne drives the ball with power while maintaining a stable front side during a game at Troy University.

What Separates Good & Great Hitters

When evaluating a hitter’s swing, many coaches focus on hand placement, bat path, or upper- body mechanics. But according to Coach Kelly Horne, assistant coach for the University of South Alabama Jaguars, the foundation of a great swing starts from the ground up.

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