Posted by: THG () on Sat Feb 2 05:42:21 2008

> Hi All
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> I have often stated that “the goal of hip rotation in the swing is to aid in generating a more powerful shoulder rotation.” Therefore, would it not be more accurate to say “we hit with our shoulders” rather than “we hit with our hips?” Your thoughts would be appreciated.
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> Jack Mankin



With regard to the debate, there is little doubt that shoulder rotation plays a significant part in the swing. And most Major league players have good batspeed if not great batspeed. But the explosion part of the swing is facilitated from a solid weight shift base. And that weight shift starts with a turning of the hips from the recoil position. Then and only then can the upper body come into play for proficiency.