Posted by: ssarge (ssarginson@earthlink.net) on Sun Dec 28 21:13:45 2003

>>> 2) Bat speed must be at least influenced by strength, because it seems observable (in MLB today) that bigger, stronger people hit the ball further than people who are less strong. For that matter. men w/ perfect mechanics hit the ball further than women w/ perfect mechanics. <<<
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> Hi Scott
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> Welcome to the site. I would basically just ditto Donny’s assessment. – Efficient mechanics trumps strength with inefficient mechanics. Obviously, efficient mechanics applied with great force equals greater production.
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> Jack Mankin


Thank you, Jack. About the answer I expected, I think.

My daughter has benefited a good deal from the info I have been able to convey to her, based on your DVD - much appreciated.

Highest regards,

Scott