Posted by: Jack Mankin (MrBatspeed@aol.com) on Fri Dec 22 13:57:16 2006

>>> Jack, whatever you come up with as "CUES" I hope they are user friendly and don't require breaking down letter codes like THT, BHT, CHP, PLT and JIMA etc. <<<

Hi T2A

THT, BHT, CHP, PLT were not intended to be used as “cues” for our youth. They are a short-hand method of referring to a fairly complex group of swing mechanics. – I often receive e-mails from dads asking if they purchased our dvd, would their kids be able to understand and perform the material. My advice to them is “no” -- the dvd was not produced primarily for our youth.

For the batting principle of the dvd to be of value, the dads (or coaches) must first spend the time to study and understand the material themselves and then teach it in whatever terms they find most effective. – I would give the same advice for our Analysis dvd when it becomes available. A young hitter may understand some of the drawings and principles presented, but it will take a knowledgeable dad or coach to drive home the importance of what they are seeing.

Jack Mankin