Posted by: Joe H (rman222@earthlink.net) on Wed Mar 27 07:47:19 2002

Hi,
I am a first year coach of a 12 year old team. I have been recently following the rotational batting approach, and purchased and viewed the video. I had been taught the linear approach with moving hands towards the pitcher first. One question arises in my mind. Even though a rotational swing may result in higher bat speed at contact, does the young batter lose reaction time? That is, if the young batter starts with his hands towards the pitcher (while still rotating his hips) will he be able to start his forward bat movement quicker and therefore be able to meet the fast ball more often (make contact), even if with less bat speed?
Thank you in advance for any insight on this aspect.

Joe H