Posted by: Tony (lvfire4@aol.com) on Sun Sep 4 12:49:45 2005

> >>> My understanding is that "connection" in Jack's terms means that the "rotational component" of the swing is uninterrupted from "launch" to contact. This requires that the swing radius be set by Launch and the maintenenance of the "CHP" from launch to contact.Extension of the handpath is the main cause of "disconnection".
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> Agreeing on definitions of terms (such as those in quotes) and how to best describe the body sequence/actions that adhere to this model can be quite variable.But I think it's a good model and worth your full consideration. <<<
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> Hi Tom
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> Well stated. When the batter’s mechanics produce an angular displacement of the hand-path (CHP), the body’s rotational momentum is transferred into bat-head acceleration (the pendulum effect). Mechanics that produce a straighter hand-path result in a "disconnection" of the bat-head from the body’s rotational momentum.
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> Jack Mankin

Tom,

Connection is defined as the position that are hands are passing our front shoulder. When looking at a video, measure up the hands, elbow and the stripe or seam of the pants, if they line up then you have a proper relationship between your upper body and lower. In addition, make sure at this point of the swing that the bat does not loose its angle (flatten out).