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Originally Posted by tcblue13
I read an article linked from the Baseball forum and was wondering what the thought is about these mechanics and their relation to fastpitch?
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GD can work for Softball.
Great view !
Try it for a few games. 'Tain't illegal.
If you don't like the view, throw the stance away.
If you like using the catcher as "protection", you may not like GD, because you are more exposed.
To lower your initial set, for a short batter, spread your feet. It lowers your butt.
Being more upright allows more freedom of movement which gives a better break on a play and on getting away.
Knees, thighs and back take less abuse because of the emphasis on using the arms on thighs to reduce fatigue.
Caution:
- Thumbs in; hands relaxed.
- Do not take a pitch with your forearms in tension.
mick