Posted by: Major Dan (markj89@charter.net) on Fri Nov 9 07:07:38 2001

What do others think of this drill to develop the proper mechanics and CHP.
> Using the H bag.
> RH batting normal stance and grip.
> Place the bat barrel tightly against the upper right arm.
> Turn inward while keeping the bat against the arm.
> Now rotate quickly the trunk and shoulders toward the bag, attempting to keep the bat "glued" to the arm as long as possible before striking the bag.
> This doesn't teach THT.
> Would this drill be correct for teaching youngsters (9-12) the correct mechanics/feel?
> Thanks

I've seen that done before but forget where. The purpose it to avoid casting/premature extension and to link the shoulder turn to the bat turn.
There is a good point to doing this in order to get the proper sequencing of shoulder turn and elbow release. The shoulders should turn a lot before the the back elbow starts to unbend and get to the L position at contact (still tucked against the ribs).
I consider it an intermediate exercise because, as you say, there is no tht. But you've got to get this right before you add tht anyway.