Your head comes out because of the bottom half either stepping out, stepping too far open, dropping hands and sweeping... Not because you look up. Look down at your player's feet next time you yell "keep your head down."
I guess a better term than "down" would be "still". I had a couple of kids on this years team that had a real problem keeping their head from flying up after contact, my boy included. They were having a terrible time making contact and were not having much fun. I imagined a line drawn from the eyes, through the point of contact, and to the ground. I placed a ball on the ground at that point and told the kids to try and find that ball after making contact with the pitch. It seemed to help if only to keep the head more still.
In the case of the Pujols pic, the line from the eyes, through point of contact, to the ground would have a ball sitting somewhere in right center I guess. He is focused on the ball though isn't he?
Seeing it click and the kids having more fun playing because of it is the reward.
In the case of the Pujols pic, the line from the eyes, through point of contact, to the ground would have a ball sitting somewhere in right center I guess. He is focused on the ball though isn't he?
Seeing it click and the kids having more fun playing because of it is the reward.
Not necessarily, bbpapa. Sometimes the front shoulder is flying open even thought the footwork is good. Sometimes the back shoulder is dipping.
Diagnosing the problem is one thing. Finding the appropriate verbal cue that "clicks" with the player is another. Sometimes, the latter is more difficult than the former. This was not a favorite verbal cue of mine. But the important thing is to find the verbal cue that works for that specific player - even though it may not be technically "accurate".
Diagnosing the problem is one thing. Finding the appropriate verbal cue that "clicks" with the player is another. Sometimes, the latter is more difficult than the former. This was not a favorite verbal cue of mine. But the important thing is to find the verbal cue that works for that specific player - even though it may not be technically "accurate".
FACT:
Nobody understands anything about hitting but the DOGGIE--I have come to that conclusion
Not only that he has yet to ever , in 941 posts, answer a question
Nobody understands anything about hitting but the DOGGIE--I have come to that conclusion
Not only that he has yet to ever , in 941 posts, answer a question
Doggie
as a batter if you dont look at the ball what do you look at?
as a batter if you dont look at the ball what do you look at?
Like I said - the skeleton has some issues.
As for looking down - Bluedog raised that red herring.
Here is the question - why does the skeleton - midway threw the swing - turn his head to the left at about 100 degrees - then turn it back to the ball.
Here is the answer - He is an animated skeleton.
A poorly animated skeleton.
Get some meat on that boy and reprogram a bit - please.
LOL
As for looking down - Bluedog raised that red herring.
Here is the question - why does the skeleton - midway threw the swing - turn his head to the left at about 100 degrees - then turn it back to the ball.
Here is the answer - He is an animated skeleton.
A poorly animated skeleton.
Get some meat on that boy and reprogram a bit - please.
LOL
quote:Originally posted by BlueDog:quote:For instance, if the bat were to stop immediately after contact - would the ball go as far as if the swing continued? Nope.
Why? Because that means the deceleration of the arms, etc. would have to start before contact. Thus there would be less batspeed at contact.
This is absolutely not true.....A result of someone who has no understanding of motor control movements.....
This is absolutely right. It is IMPOSSIBLE for the human body to stop any motion instantaneously. There is always deceleration required. The faster the motion, the greater the mass, the longer the deceleration.
I'm sorry, but your statement just blew any credence you might have had.
Adding to that point - did you ever see Tiger Woods "chop" at the ball? LOL
Or how about Jack Nicklaus?
Or Roberto Clemente?
I guess it really irritates me when I know that kids are coming on here and reading some of the Bluedog tripe.
Just inane troll nonsense. IMO.
Or how about Jack Nicklaus?
Or Roberto Clemente?
I guess it really irritates me when I know that kids are coming on here and reading some of the Bluedog tripe.
Just inane troll nonsense. IMO.
Bluedog,
What exactly do you have against birds?
LOL
Later dude - its been fun.
What exactly do you have against birds?
LOL
Later dude - its been fun.
oooooo YOda....
I give up.....why oh master would any hitter actually not want to watch the ball hit the bat ?
Let me guess.... you teach players to do tee drills while they stare at an eye chart 60 feet away instead of looking at the ball
I give up.....why oh master would any hitter actually not want to watch the ball hit the bat ?
Let me guess.... you teach players to do tee drills while they stare at an eye chart 60 feet away instead of looking at the ball
Since their is no definitive program of instruction that will deliver the results that hitters are looking for it would be advisable that all listen to all and then weigh the suggestions given.
Just as all hitters are unique unto themselves, the instruction for each should be equally unique.
Instruction would be an adjunct to the fundamentals of the at bat.
Just as all hitters are unique unto themselves, the instruction for each should be equally unique.
Instruction would be an adjunct to the fundamentals of the at bat.
Yoda,
I still have seen no answer from you about anything here.....if you cant offer anything but more useless yodaisms, step aside and let others who have actually played and coached this game offer useful advice to the young men who are asking for it.
Yuo pose a question, put down everyone elses reponses then claim they do not know anything.
So once again, please enlighten us with your wisdom....
EXACTLY what should a player be watching and how is he using his vision?
I still have seen no answer from you about anything here.....if you cant offer anything but more useless yodaisms, step aside and let others who have actually played and coached this game offer useful advice to the young men who are asking for it.
Yuo pose a question, put down everyone elses reponses then claim they do not know anything.
So once again, please enlighten us with your wisdom....
EXACTLY what should a player be watching and how is he using his vision?
NH
How can anyone hit a baseball if they don't focus on it ?---perhaps BD knows soomething we don't know because he appears to be all knowing or at least he wants us to believe that
How can anyone hit a baseball if they don't focus on it ?---perhaps BD knows soomething we don't know because he appears to be all knowing or at least he wants us to believe that
TR,
LOL....im not sure....i think maybe its a force thing......
LOL....im not sure....i think maybe its a force thing......
TR,
Last time I checked, it was pretty important to focus on the ball to determine what the pitch was and to watch for late movement.
Rather hard to hit a 6-12 curve if your not watching it to the bat.
Last time I checked, it was pretty important to focus on the ball to determine what the pitch was and to watch for late movement.
Rather hard to hit a 6-12 curve if your not watching it to the bat.
BD, you need to either study physics and become educated, or quit talking about it.
There is such a thing as late movement and it can be fully explained and described by the laws of physics.
There is such a thing as late movement and it can be fully explained and described by the laws of physics.
I have pointed out two incorrect statements you have made. You have notably failed to respond to either of those specific issues. Why? Because you are unable to do so.
Gravity & the magnus effects of spin have greater effect on the ball's flight at the latter portion of the flight. This has been shown by calculation and measurement. Very fundamental physics, that you apparently fail to grasp.
Applied physics is also referred to as engineering - which I hold a degree in.
If you wish to throw around phrases like "the laws of physics", please gain some knowledge of them beforehand.
Gravity & the magnus effects of spin have greater effect on the ball's flight at the latter portion of the flight. This has been shown by calculation and measurement. Very fundamental physics, that you apparently fail to grasp.
Applied physics is also referred to as engineering - which I hold a degree in.
If you wish to throw around phrases like "the laws of physics", please gain some knowledge of them beforehand.
Not about to enter a physics debate as to whether a pitched ball can have late movement...however if it appears have late movement to the guy standing in the batters box holding a bat in his hands...it's effective nonetheless.
Sometimes perception is all that matters.
Sometimes perception is all that matters.
Welcome back Yoda,
I see you stil are offering no answers to anyones questions but you still feel the need to continue to prove yourself a complete moron.
It is obvious you have never even stepped onto a baseball field, let alone played the game.
Anyone who doesnt believe in late movement only has to go behind the plate and catch a bullpen session. (Yoda, for you go to the library...check the encyclopedia for the terms lift and drag and there meaning in the world of aerodynamics....read carefully...and even you will learn something)
I (and everyone else on this site) am waiting for you explain even one of these foolish theories of yours. Or offer up even one person you have ever taught....but then again, that would mean you could actually teach.
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Enough of the Yoda digression....
Texan your right, physics explains it all. Nice to see a fellow engineer out here.
I see you stil are offering no answers to anyones questions but you still feel the need to continue to prove yourself a complete moron.
It is obvious you have never even stepped onto a baseball field, let alone played the game.
Anyone who doesnt believe in late movement only has to go behind the plate and catch a bullpen session. (Yoda, for you go to the library...check the encyclopedia for the terms lift and drag and there meaning in the world of aerodynamics....read carefully...and even you will learn something)
I (and everyone else on this site) am waiting for you explain even one of these foolish theories of yours. Or offer up even one person you have ever taught....but then again, that would mean you could actually teach.
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Enough of the Yoda digression....
Texan your right, physics explains it all. Nice to see a fellow engineer out here.
Is it me or is BD still not answering but just spewing the normal "you don't know anything" garbage
TR,
No,...its not just you....lol
Believe me, Yoda is providing a whole lot of comic relief to some professional baseball people I know. They just hope no young kids take any thing he spouts seriously at all.
My sons AL coach tells me he sees guys like this all the time. He always researches people who ask if they can teach lessons in his facility. He says its very common to have people claim they played at a school during certain years. Well, he is extremely connected in the college & pro baseball world. With just a couple of calls, he will know if you are who you claim to be.
Side note, ...Pedro had a HARD night..only 3 innings...Sox crushed him
No,...its not just you....lol
Believe me, Yoda is providing a whole lot of comic relief to some professional baseball people I know. They just hope no young kids take any thing he spouts seriously at all.
My sons AL coach tells me he sees guys like this all the time. He always researches people who ask if they can teach lessons in his facility. He says its very common to have people claim they played at a school during certain years. Well, he is extremely connected in the college & pro baseball world. With just a couple of calls, he will know if you are who you claim to be.
Side note, ...Pedro had a HARD night..only 3 innings...Sox crushed him
Nope, it's not you TR.
The poor fellow apparently can't answer and can't admit he is mistaken, so he resorts to throwing insults and spewing ridicule.
It is perfectly okay not to possess some particular knowledge. But it is a shame when there apparently is no interest in learning. Especially when someone represents himself as an expert.
For the sake of those around you, Bluedog, be willing to learn.
The poor fellow apparently can't answer and can't admit he is mistaken, so he resorts to throwing insults and spewing ridicule.
It is perfectly okay not to possess some particular knowledge. But it is a shame when there apparently is no interest in learning. Especially when someone represents himself as an expert.
For the sake of those around you, Bluedog, be willing to learn.
I have been saying this for years - and have taken
a serious "cyber beating" from the troll circus.
"This dog cant hunt."
LOL
a serious "cyber beating" from the troll circus.
"This dog cant hunt."
LOL
What dog can't hunt!! Bring him to me. I'll learn him!! Finally a subject I do know a little something about.
Deacon's Point Outfitters
Saw an opening, couldn't resist. Shameless plug, won't happen again.
Ahhh Jedi Master, the force is strong within you. I just wish I could understand a word you say. I think.
Tim
Deacon's Point Outfitters
Saw an opening, couldn't resist. Shameless plug, won't happen again.
Ahhh Jedi Master, the force is strong within you. I just wish I could understand a word you say. I think.
Tim
Deacon,
Take it from me - Bluedog would probably tell your hunting dogs that they are using their noses all wrong.
LOL
Take it from me - Bluedog would probably tell your hunting dogs that they are using their noses all wrong.
LOL
quote:Take it from me - Bluedog would probably tell your hunting dogs that they are using their noses all wrong.
Using the nose is not what you want them to do.....
Sorry. Couldn't help myself.
Next up:
An animated skeletal Labrador Retriever - "creating chaos" by smacking his paws into a 300 pound bag of sand".
LOL
An animated skeletal Labrador Retriever - "creating chaos" by smacking his paws into a 300 pound bag of sand".
LOL
TEXAN-
I think you stumped the Dog on the curved flight path of a spinning object...
I already had a discussion with him a while back when he was busy disproving Newtons laws of motion...
Brain, Dog understands... physics - no so good.
I think you stumped the Dog on the curved flight path of a spinning object...
I already had a discussion with him a while back when he was busy disproving Newtons laws of motion...
Brain, Dog understands... physics - no so good.
quote:I think you stumped the Dog on the curved flight path of a spinning object
Nawp, egg balls, we've covered that before in nauseous detail, long, long before your time, and I am convinced, the Blue Dog is an omnisicous expert.
Whatever you are doing, if you are not doing it he BlueDog way, you are doing it wrong.
quote:Originally posted by BlueDog:
I started a thread so we can discuss the physics of a pitched baseball......Bring your research to back up your beliefs.....If you have any......All you birdbrains are invited.....
LOL
Thats special.
LOL
