Slow-pitch softball hitters who want to hit the ball to open areas should take their stance in the back of the batter's box and attack the ball. Standing in the rear of the batter's box gives good hitters a chance to read the pitch as it comes in, and then lets the hitter decide how to attack the ball decisively. Hitting from the back of the box gives hitters the best chance of getting long hits that produce runs.
Step 1
Stand in the rear of the batter's box. Put your back foot on the back line of the box. Your front foot should be about 18 to 24 inches in front the line. Hold your bat over your rear shoulder.
Step 2
Assess the position of the fielders and look for gaps in the outfield. If you are a left-handed hitter, the center fielder might play much closer to right field than left field. This will leave a gap in left center. If you can make that your target area, you will likely get an extra base hit because many slow-pitch softball fields don't have fences and the ball will roll a long way after it hits the ground.
Step 3
Take a shuffle step to get into the hitting position. If you are right-handed, slide your left foot forward and then slide your right foot forward. Take a quick step with your left foot as you swing the bat.
Step 4
Follow-through completely after you swing. You want to get maximum carry and roll when you hit the ball. If you stop after contact, you won't get as much distance. When you hit the ball to the opposite field, your tendency may be to stop your swing. You are swinging later and angling your bat toward the opposite field, but you should still follow through.
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