Posted by: bobbyt () on Mon Feb 24 09:37:09 2003

In theory if the rotational swing is performed correctly the batter should be able to crowd the plate and still hit the inside pitch and at the same time protect the outside of the plate. I was wondering what happens in reality. Does the young batter have a tendency to lean back or some how change his swing in a negative way. What has been the experience of you rotational coaches and where do think is that best batters box position for the rotational hitter. Is it different for fp or bb?

Different hitters FEEL more comfortable closer to the plate. Mechanics has alot to do with where you stand in the box but more importantly is what I call the "FEAR FACTOR". The difference between fp and bb is just that - not too many girls feel comfortable close to the plate whereas a boy/jock will stand up close if you dare him and would gladly show off a bruise on his forearm as a badge of honor if he got hit showing how macho he is.