5-TOOL TRAINING™
Rawlings has teamed up with Ripken Baseball to offer a complete line of training equipment focused on improving the“ five tools” of baseball performance. Whether you need to work on fielding, throwing, hitting for average, hitting for power or running speed, you will find products focused on developing your desired area, allowing you to make the most of your time while you train.
FIELDING
Good defense wins ballgames. Great defense wins Rawlings Gold Glove Awards. ® You need to be consistent on routine plays but also make the spectacular catches. Use products with the fielding icon to develop hand eye coordination, quick reflexes and great hands; all necessities if you want to be the Finest in the Field ™.
THROWING
Whether through pitching or fielding assists, great throwing is associated with great defense. While it’ s important at all positions, having a strong arm is especially important for outfielders, pitchers and catchers. You need to have arm strength, accuracy and endurance to be truly effective. Use products with the throwing icon to develop a stronger, healthier arm, built for the long run.
HITTING FOR AVERAGE
A high-average hitter puts the ball in play, gets on base and moves runners around to score. You need a balanced swing, a good eye at the plate and great hand-eye coordination. Look for this icon on products and spend as much time as possible using them to fine tune your swing.
HITTING FOR POWER
Hitting for power represents one of the most sought-after capabilities in baseball: the ability to change the course of a game with a single swing. You need to be strong physically, but also have a great swing to consistently get extra base hits. Using products with this icon will build your strength, bat speed and help you develop a powerful swing, turning you into a threat at the plate.
SPEED
Speed makes you a threat on the bases and gives you range in the field. Improving your foot speed, quickness and agility will take you to the next level and set you apart from the crowd. Look for products with the speed icon, and dedicate plenty of practice time to improving this tool.
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