quote:Originally posted by TCB1:
Now I have a question on the opposite end of the spectrum....
Video of two of my pitchers show them landing with their front foot "closed"...that is, RH pitcher's lead food lands pointing to a position behind a RH batter (ie., at 1:00 on a clock)....
What is the result? Loss of control? Loss of velocity? No real negatives? Is it better to land with foot closed than too far open which would result in flying open? Any input is greatly appreciated.
totally dependent on angle of the foot. If the toe is pointed right at the target probably less of an ill effect. if the foot is at 1:00 oclock and the toe is closed off [toe not pointing at the target but 3rd baseb side for a righty] than there could be a problem. There is room for variances here. It is NOT either all one or the other. Some may land a little more closed but point the toe directly at the target which may mean nothing. Some may be closed in their landing and also have the foot [toe] closed which would indicate more of a potential problem.