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Posted by: mark () on Fri Nov 18 06:16:36 2005

> >>> How can I develop the shorter quicker swing vs the longer swing? I still want to use rotational mechanics but i want to be able to wait on a pitch longer.Any drills to cut down a longer loopy swing? <<<
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> Hi Mark
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> You seem to associate rotational mechanics with “long” and “slow.” What is your definition of a long swing? Does “shorter” mean to you that the hands are ‘less’ extended at contact – or more extended? Do you feel Barry Bonds must not use rotational mechanics because he is quick to the ball? – Mark, it would be helpful to hear your thoughts on these questions.
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> Jack Mankin

i want to develop a quick to the ball rotational swing JUST LIKE barry bonds vs a more long "set up "somewhat like a sheffield.in other words a quicker snappier swing vs a longer swing that causes you to have to decide sooner.This extra "time" may help you recognize different pitches.I think sheffs swing makes him have to decide sooner than a swing like barry's,,,am i off base here?Thanks again Jack.Quick and short to the ball vs long and loopy,using rotational mechanics are there ways to cut down on load launch and recognition time?

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> > >>> How can I develop the shorter quicker swing vs the longer swing? I still want to use rotational mechanics but i want to be able to wait on a pitch longer.Any drills to cut down a longer loopy swing? <<<
> > 
> > Hi Mark
> > 
> > You seem to associate rotational mechanics with “long” and “slow.” What is your definition of a long swing? Does “shorter” mean to you that the hands are ‘less’ extended at contact – or more extended? Do you feel Barry Bonds must not use rotational mechanics because he is quick to the ball? – Mark, it would be helpful to hear your thoughts on these questions.
> > 
> > Jack Mankin
> 
> 
> i want to develop a quick to the ball rotational swing JUST LIKE barry bonds vs a more long "set up "somewhat like a sheffield.in other words a quicker snappier swing vs a longer swing that causes you to have to decide sooner.This extra "time" may help you recognize different pitches.I think sheffs swing makes him have to decide sooner than a swing like barry's,,,am i off base here?Thanks again Jack.Quick and short to the ball vs long and loopy,using rotational mechanics are there ways to cut down on load launch and recognition time?

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