Posted by: Giant Fan () on Sat Oct 27 12:41:52 2001

>>> The real issue is your vehement disagreement with the idea of "throwing the bat at the ball", even though there are major leaguers (who are not "linear") who apply this concept. I answered your question so why can't you answer mine? I repeat: "Once the stride has been completed and enertia has been overcome, whether you simply think "swing" (what else could you think)or you think "throw bat", hips, hands, everything is moving together more or less as a unit." Do you agree or disagree with this statement? And if you want, strike the "and enertia has been overcome" part so as to not get sidetracked. <<<
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> Hi Fan
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> The tone and reasoning process used in your writing has a familiar ring to it. --- You, like the writer with your demeanor, have misrepresented my positions on batting theory. Show where you find that I “vehemently opposed” the concept surrounding ‘throwing the bat-head.’ I am vehemently opposed to the concept of ‘throw your hands at the ball.’ Those two concepts require completely different types of swing mechanics. – Do you understand the difference?
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> Jack Mankin
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I apologize for having jumped to conclusions. I had associated your disdain for the "throw the hands" concept with disdain for "throwing the bathead". I think I understand the difference between the two concepts. Throwing the hands, in my view could lead to hands leading, which I believe is not good. But "throwing the bathead", if done properly is good.

I would appreciate it, though if you would explain the differences in the two concepts, and explain specifically your view of "throwing the BATHEAD". I have a feeling that in the end we are probably in agreement. Again, sorry I misrepresented your views and now I would appreciate clarification on "throwing the bathead" concept. Thank you