Gerry Davis Stance

[Dave Hensley]

Originally Posted by uxley11

has anyone tried this in little league? I don't know if I should work basically on the knee for 9 year olds. In other words in this stance recommended for 9-12 year olds. I don't really care about getting hit at the age level I do. I just want to be in a stance that I can call strikes as consistently as possible. Thanks

There is a common assumption among many youth umpires that you have to figure out a way to get down low on the kids' level. It simply isn't so. The Gerry Davis stance gives you a great, consistent look at the strikezone every pitch. It will save your knees, too, as a side benefit.