I do exactly this while verbalizing no catch. If the catcher comes up and quickly tags the runner I don't even have to do this because by the time I've started it, the batter/runner is already out, so I just hammer.
Its a good mechanic IMO, but I'm not sure if the pro schools are teaching it. There really should be no problem with just your swinging strike mechanic while verbalizing "no catch", but with today's moronic crybaby youngsters and parents, it will be our fault no matter what we do.
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