Wondering what DFP thinks are the pros/cons for the three different stances I see being used for base running lately.
Both of my DDs have been coached to use the over the bag stance, but I see no clear advantage using either one or two.
Three just doesn't seem like it would give a runner a decent push off, but there seems to be so many players doing this way now. What am I missing?
- Over the bag stance. Front foot on standing on lead side of base, rear foot behind the base. Using front leg to push off.
- Front of the bag stance. Front foot on lead-off path, rear foot on front side of base. Using rear leg to push off.
- Side of bag stance. Either foot could be touching base, but rather than on the bag, the side of the foot is touching the side of the base. Using either leg to push off.
Both of my DDs have been coached to use the over the bag stance, but I see no clear advantage using either one or two.
Three just doesn't seem like it would give a runner a decent push off, but there seems to be so many players doing this way now. What am I missing?