Reply to "Beware the backswing"

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Batty67 posted:
Thanks for posting those videos. Of course, I've seen a few of MLB catchers hit by the backswing. And yes, probably largely or virtually entirely dominated by batters extending a follow-through or who routinely finish one-handed, which includes my son. I have no idea if he's ever hit a catcher on a back-swing, but I have no recollection of it. All of this still makes feel even more strongly that a hockey-style catchers mask is the way to go. Oh, and I said hundreds of games, not 100. Big difference. But I was being excessively sarcastic, for which I apologized.
I believe this thread has run its course....

FWIW, mask and skull cap is not legal under federation rules for high school baseball. Doesn't meet NOCSAE standards or provide full ear protection.

4/29/1612:19 PM

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