Summer ball is supposed to be when hitters shine. But for Jake, it started to feel like a struggle.
He was 12. Playing travel ball. Talented. Confident. But halfway through the season, something felt off.
“It seemed like every at bat was a warm up,” his dad told us. “By the time he started seeing the ball well, the game was already over.”
You’ve probably seen it too.
Between road trips, tournaments, and jam packed schedules, most teams barely have time for practice. And even when they do, live pitching is rare. Coaches are managing innings, arms, and logistics. That means hitters like Jake often go full weeks where the only live pitches they see come in the games that count.
The Problem With Only Seeing Live Pitching in Games
Game reps are valuable, but they’re not always enough. Especially when you’re cold.
If a hitter isn’t seeing spin, reacting to velo, or getting into rhythm during the week, it shows up at the plate. Jake was making decent contact, but his timing was off. His pitch recognition was a step behind. He just wasn’t seeing it.
And with no live BP during the week, he had no way to sharpen those instincts.
Until his family discovered MaxBP.
Bringing the Reps Home
They set up a MaxBP in the garage. Small balls. Tight windows. Fast speeds. It wasn’t a coach throwing to him. It wasn’t a teammate lobbing front toss. It was consistent, challenging reps that made Jake lock in.
Every night, even after long tournament days, he would get 15 minutes in. Focused. Intentional. Fun.
The difference was immediate.
From Rusty to Read
By the next weekend, Jake was showing up locked in. He was recognizing pitches earlier. He was attacking fastballs instead of reacting late. He was seeing the ball again.
“He stepped in the box like he already knew what was coming,” said his coach.
The results followed. More barrels. More hard contact. More confidence.
Why MaxBP Works in Summer Ball
Most hitters lose their edge during summer, not because they’re not trying, but because they’re not getting enough quality reps.
Games alone don’t develop hitters. They test them.
MaxBP fills the gap. It gives kids the chance to face velocity, track movement, and build rhythm, even when there’s no field, no coach, and no cage available.
If your player’s only live reps are coming in the box during games, they’re behind before the first pitch.
The Bottom Line
Jake’s not just getting better for next season. He’s improving right now, midseason, one small ball at a time.
If your hitter needs more reps, more confidence, and more barrels, the solution might already fit in your garage.
MaxBP. Daily. Even during summer ball.