Also, knowing a hitter is using the same tools as professionals will enhance confidence. Wood allows young hitters to swing at pitches they can hit and learn the strike zone. Metal bats reward hitters for swinging at pitches out of the strike zone or that are inappropriate for the situation. Wood bats are heavier and because by rule they must be solid, the weight is distributed more towards the barrel end. As a result, wood bats are more difficult to accelerate to swing speed.
Extra weight makes timing and control more finite.
Wood more acutely identifies specific weaknesses in mechanics and magnifies needed adjustments. Metal bat companies advocate not using your game metal bat in the batting cage as the rubber balls can increase stress to the bat on impact. Many will void their warranty if used in batting cages. Also, many warranties are void if the bat has been used in temperatures lower that 60 degrees. The skill of hitting and proper technique are more difficult to learn but the process of learning will teach and refine problem-solving abilities.