Posted by: donny () on Thu Dec 30 10:56:39 2004

> Jack,
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> > I am finding that it is easier to apply THT during the swing if you applied prelanch THT( cocking /tipping the bat). Comments. I also find it eliminates bat drag or top hand pulling the knob.
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> Thanks, Jack. Clears up a couple things.
> So PLT occurs just as the stride foot is coming down?
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> I know it'll be a while before I even learn THT, but do you have any drills to teach PLT, or does it sort of come naturally?

To me , ( is thats who your asking)its a forward cocking toward the pitcher thats stretches the forearm flexors as you stride. It is a very natural feel THe small bounce back to the bat tip seems to set the stage for the top hands around the slower bottom hand as you get on plane