The Science of Hitting: Insights from Ted Williams and John Underwood

Hink: Old Teddy baseball had it all figured out for all baseball enthusiasts! Bought this for my son and now my grandson !

United States on Sep 17, 2023

Shortythedog: Takes the analytics gobbledygook out of hitting. Don't understand why all MLB teams don't use it.

United States on Sep 13, 2023

Stephen R. Morris: I owned this as a 10 year old and told the author in person (when he was exhibiting fishing gear at a local Sears) that I went from a prolific line drive hitter to a prodigious slugger at 5 foot 100 pounds. 3 years later had a growth spurt 5 foot 6 and 140 pounds and cleared the fences where a semi pro team played. In my 20's playing softball I had to change to slightly downward swing as the upper cut ball went a long way but stayed in the air too long. Taught me the mechanics of an ideal swing

United States on Sep 05, 2023

Ross Carley: I know it's meant for older ball players but I Bought it for our grandsons to read to improve their hitting because they love baseball so much. Surprise was I really enjoyed reading it myself

United States on Aug 31, 2023

Scott: I have two young teenagers in elite baseball.
They are starting to take their hitting to the next level.

Canada on Jun 11, 2023

CMS: As with most masters sharing their expertise, it’s an insightful perspective at times.

The cost of a 50+ year old, 81-page book (many of which are picture dominated) being higher than current offerings with 5 times the content was a bit unimpressive.

An otherwise satisfying, light read, though likely unnecessary to have a reserved spot in one’s library. A modestly used copy would have been a better choice.

Canada on Aug 10, 2022

Gary W: Gave this to my 12 year old Grandson and he hasn't finished it yet. Had to explain who Ted Williams was and to look him up in Google.

Canada on May 16, 2021

nancy henry: Bought this for my Grandson, he loved it. read it in one day of the Christmas holiday. He loved it.

Canada on Jan 03, 2021

Amazon Customer: Read the book thoroughly and practice the steps with a baseball tee. The under over grip is the best advise. Start with just that motion no hip or leg movement. Keep arms close to the body. Then practice the same motion with shoulders twisting though and then with hips twisting through. You'll notice a big improvement in your contact and power. Read over this section once you've read the book. Well written...

Canada on Apr 10, 2018

C. Hester: This book is "must-have" reading for any aspiring slugger or student of the game of baseball. Be aware, however, that the book's value does not lie in the specifics of technical hitting instruction. This is much more hitting "theory" as relayed by Ted Williams from his years of experience. There is little, if any, practical detailed instruction on developing mechanics for swinging the bat. On one hand, the book is absolute gospel; I don't think anything in it could be seriously disputed, and to do so is to question the genius of a man whom baseball history shows to be one of the greatest hitters (and philosophers of hitting) that has ever lived. On the other hand, for Ted Williams to offer his personal philosophy and methods for hitting is similar to Tiger Woods trying to teach someone how he hits a golf ball. It might be great information for the rare few that can in some way duplicate Ted's or Tiger's physical abilities, but for a vast majority of players (especially very young players) who lack power, 20/10 eyesight, and one-in-a-million type hand/eye coordination, this book will (at best) offer little to improve their performance and (at worst) may actually lead to swing...

United States on Nov 18, 2009