Especially around this time of year, lots of people find baseball fun to watch, and even more fun to play.

Unfortunately, many people find this American pastime a difficult sport to master. This is most likely due to the fact that the game is centered on the point at which a player hits the ball with a bat.

It’s true; for some people, hitting a spherical object about 9 inches in circumference with a large piece of wood specifically designed to hit said object proves to be an extremely difficult task.

So for those who lack the skill to complete this confusing task, here is a list of five methods one can use to become a pro batter in no time!

Method 1 – The Classic Hit:

This is the most common method used when hitting a baseball, and the only method accepted for use in professional baseball leagues.

The Classic Hit is simple: stand just over an arm’s length to the side over home plate, and have one of your friends throw a baseball over the plate.

When you see fit, strategically swing your bat in an attempt to hit it as far away from the other players as possible.

If you cannot hit the ball after numerous attempts, then consider using one of the other four methods. They may be better suited for those of your skill level.

Method 2 – The Toss-Up:

This method is probably the hardest in this list to perfect. It has been broken up into specific steps for your convenience.

First, hold the bat in your favorite hand, and the baseball in your least favorite hand.

Second, toss the baseball in your least favorite hand about two feet above your head.

Third, while the ball is in midair, place your least favorite hand alongside your favorite on the handle of the bat.

Fourth, refocus you’re attention on the ball you tossed up in the second step and try your best to hit it (with the bat). If you somehow managed to hit the ball, celebrate, because it probably looked really cool.

Method 3 – The Hitting Tee:

This is the method you used when you were five years old. It’s arguably the easiest method you can use, because your target (the baseball) remains completely stationary throughout the entire batting procedure.

If you are not familiar with the object referred to as a “tee”, it’s basically just a mount for the ball to sit upon as you swing at it.

All you have to do is aim and swing! Sure, you might not hit the ball as far as you would have if it had possessed any momentum when you made contact, but it’s still a definite hit.

If you do somehow miss such an easy target, then perhaps you should not even be attempting to participate in this sport whatsoever.

Method 4 – The Cricket Bat:

Cricket is basically a watered-down version of baseball they play in Europe. The bat used in cricket is flat, and has a much larger surface area than a baseball bat, giving you a better chance of making contact.

So, if you’re having trouble hitting the ball with a real baseball bat, you may want to consider using a cricket bat.

This is not technically legal, but if you’re bad enough at hitting, the other players may make an exception.

Please note: this method may be impossible to use, because you’re not likely to find a cricket bat in any sports equipment store in the United States.

Method 5 – The Blind Swing:

It’s a fact of life; some people in this world rely solely on dumb luck to solve all their problems.

If you’re one of these people, then the Blind Swing is the method for you. This method is very similar to the Classic Hit, with only a slight difference in the execution.

When the ball reaches home plate; close your eyes and swing the bat in the most uncontrollable fashion possible with as much force as you can.

If you’re as lucky as you think you are, then it’s a definite home run! You just need to believe. Don’t stop believing.

Well, those are basically all the different ways to hit a baseball. If you can think up any other way, it’s not as good as these. Have fun with your newly acquired batting skills, and please hit responsibly.