Exit Velocity Secrets MLB Scouts Ignore: The Hidden Power Metric That Transforms Youth Hitters

Think exit velocity is just for big leaguers and radar gun flexing? Think again. In this eye-opening episode, Joey Myers welcomes Perry Husband—creator of EffectiveVelocity.com and one of the most controversial (and respected) voices in baseball science. Together, they unravel the real story behind exit velocity and why teaching it the right way can turn your young hitter from practice MVP into game-day powerhouse. If you’ve ever felt frustrated watching your kid’s swing look great in BP but fold under pressure in games… this is the episode you’ve been waiting for. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ⚾ Why teaching exit velocity isn’t just about hitting the ball hard—but about timing, mechanical efficiency, and in-game performance ⚾ How to decode the exit velocity to game translation problem using Perry’s “100-100-100” system ⚾ What MLB scouts often miss when they downplay EV—and how to evaluate talent more effectively at the youth level ⚾ Why most youth hitters struggle against velocity despite strong swings in practice—and how small leaks kill exit speed ⚾ A step-by-step breakdown of the Basketball Drill and how it trains proper force transfer at impact ⚾ How Oklahoma Softball’s legendary offense leveraged EV training to dominate in home runs, batting average, and strikeout avoidance ⚾ Real numbers, real testing: The measurable difference between "85-85" hitters and "100-100" hitters ⚾ Practical advice on how to apply radar-based testing at home to evaluate progress and validate hitting drills 🎯 Ready to Stop Guessing and Start Measuring? If your young athlete is stuck hitting grounders or freezing in games despite dominating in practice, it’s time to shift gears. Discover how to train smarter with proven metrics and practical drills designed to boost power, timing, and confidence. 📦 Explore More From This Episode: Swing Shift Daily Hitting System – Daily 3–5 min video drills to build timing and game power Overload Training Bats – Instantly increase exit velocity by 5–10+ mph V-Flex Strike Recognition Aid – Improve pitch tracking & plate discipline without swinging a bat 📩 Subscribe, Review & Share Got value from this episode? Hit that follow button so you never miss another insight, leave us a quick review, and share this with a fellow parent, coach, or athlete ready to level up their swing.