Baseball swing vs. Softball swing?

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rdbass

It wasn't me.
Jun 5, 2010
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GM, Lol you got me. But when the other is our team HC and they trying to change my DD's swing, I have to argue the point a little bit.

DJ. I think I understand that too, but wanted to be sure I was understanding the article correctly.


Really what it boils down to for me is trying to educate other people that I like to help see why the SB swing is not the proper way to teach it.

We have a good team and really do pretty good in our tourneys but the coaches are influenced by an "experienced" softball coach who teaches a short, compact linear swing. As ive posted before, it has my DD so confused because I am trying to teach her what is taught here.

She doesn't want to leave the team. I dont want her to leave this team either but I have to get her on the right track before spring ball. And then I want to keep her on the right track by not having them change her swing. And I like them so I am trying to persuade them to see what I see as the differences and the benefit of a High Level Swing.


Sorry to ramble on but I have become quite obsessed on learning how to swing properly. I myself have taken more cuts than my DD in the last month trying to get a feel for it. SIGH, oh to be a normal dad....

Who as a player does the coach use as an example of:
experienced" softball coach who teaches a short, compact linear swing
An who is this 'experienced' softball coach. If it is
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Sue Enquist she has changed her thoughts on a 'pure linear swing'. Might wont to check out her 'new' teachings.
 

Greenmonsters

Wannabe Duck Boat Owner
Feb 21, 2009
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New England
GM, Lol you got me. But when the other is our team HC and they trying to change my DD's swing, I have to argue the point a little bit.

DJ. I think I understand that too, but wanted to be sure I was understanding the article correctly.


Really what it boils down to for me is trying to educate other people that I like to help see why the SB swing is not the proper way to teach it.

We have a good team and really do pretty good in our tourneys but the coaches are influenced by an "experienced" softball coach who teaches a short, compact linear swing. As ive posted before, it has my DD so confused because I am trying to teach her what is taught here.

She doesn't want to leave the team. I dont want her to leave this team either but I have to get her on the right track before spring ball. And then I want to keep her on the right track by not having them change her swing. And I like them so I am trying to persuade them to see what I see as the differences and the benefit of a High Level Swing.


Sorry to ramble on but I have become quite obsessed on learning how to swing properly. I myself have taken more cuts than my DD in the last month trying to get a feel for it. SIGH, oh to be a normal dad....

Simple solution. Tell the coaches that your DD is a visual learner and that she will be more than happy to study video and copy the swing of any recent non-slapping D1 All American of their choosing.
 
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Apr 5, 2013
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Back on the dirt...
Its not sue. But maybe as old LOL. Its a whole other thread really but the teachings are very old school. L drills throwing, push the hands and level swing hitting. But the team is mostly winning its games so making mechanics changes are gonna be a challenge. (And not just winning easy games, but competing with Intesity, Tennessee Mojo and the like.)

Yes I know Sue has changed her tune. Just wish I could talk these coaches in to it as well. Great group of girls.
 
Jul 16, 2013
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GM, Lol you got me. But when the other is our team HC and they trying to change my DD's swing, I have to argue the point a little bit.

DJ. I think I understand that too, but wanted to be sure I was understanding the article correctly.


Really what it boils down to for me is trying to educate other people that I like to help see why the SB swing is not the proper way to teach it.

We have a good team and really do pretty good in our tourneys but the coaches are influenced by an "experienced" softball coach who teaches a short, compact linear swing. As ive posted before, it has my DD so confused because I am trying to teach her what is taught here.

She doesn't want to leave the team. I dont want her to leave this team either but I have to get her on the right track before spring ball. And then I want to keep her on the right track by not having them change her swing. And I like them so I am trying to persuade them to see what I see as the differences and the benefit of a High Level Swing.


Sorry to ramble on but I have become quite obsessed on learning how to swing properly. I myself have taken more cuts than my DD in the last month trying to get a feel for it. SIGH, oh to be a normal dad....

One of the biggest challenges with any type of organized sports is the variance in coaching. Most coaches have a strong belief system and want their players to do things a certain way; pitching, hitting, fielding, whatever. As both a travel ball coach and a high school coach, I leave much of this up to the players and their families. I do have VERY strong beliefs in regards to hitting and do instruct players that are interested in learning what I teach. However, I do not force it upon them. If they choose to follow a different path, that is fine. If they want my assistance, that is fine as well. If you are on a team that wants things done their way, it can be a very difficult position. Do you go against them and risk the backlash? Do you approach them and ask questions? In my opinion each case is different and each coach is different. If you have an open relationship with this coach, perhaps you can ask how they feel about private instruction. Will they support it? or try to "correct" it? (Looking for that sarcasm emoji again...). I am up front from the get go. If you have a private instructor, great, I won't interfere. If you want instruction, let's get to work...

Edited to add -- this depends on the age of your DD. At the younger ages it may be appropriate for you to ask questions. But as she gets older, she should be the one asking the questions.
 
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