a baseball instructional device and method for use teaches a hitter how to properly hit a ball depending on the location at which the ball is thrown by the pitcher . the device is capable of positioning a baseball , softball , or other ball , at proper hitting positions relative to the hitter , thus teaching the hitter when and where to swing to make proper contact with the ball . in addition to positioning the ball relative to the hitter , the device is provided with visual indicators to assist in teaching the hitter the proper location for striking the ball with the bat .