Archive for February, 2011

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William asks…

Do pitching machine mushy baseballs hurt a composite baseball bat?

I don’t want to hurt my composite bat, so does it do any damage to hit against the mushy pitching machine balls?

Johnathan answers:

It shouldn’t hurt your bat at all.
It’s good to use the bat you are going to use in a game when you are on a machine anyways or else you get get messed up in a game.

Ruth asks…

What is the lightest bat you are allowed in little league baseball (pitching machine)?

I bought my sone a 16 oz, 26 in bat. He is 7. His bat is way to heavy and I think it is a 18, 28in. He has been using a friends 17, 27 with a -10(??) but they did not have one when I went. Is this size legal??

Johnathan answers:

I umpire little league and the 2007 rule book on the bat size for minor league ( a 7yr.old) is very clear on the heaviest and longest being—rule 1.10 the bat must meet little league standards. It shall “not” be more then 33″ in lenght in minors for
senior the bat cannot be 3 oz. Less then the lenght. Minors it can be much lighter and the bat your son is using is probably as short and as light as made. I look every day at there bats.but on a lite side you could paint the bat pure white that would be lite! Or I saw a kid hit the ball with just his hand! Just kidding yes the bats legal and the rules don’t say how light

Mary asks…

Where can I buy a replacement wheel for my Heater Deuce Baseball Curveball pitching machine???

There are two wheels inside of the machine. One of them has decided to become flat for no apparent reason. I can’t find anywhere to buy a replacement. Help!

Johnathan answers:

It depends where you live. Try Sports Chalet, they have all kinds of pitching machine replacements or Baseball Country (if there’s one in your area). If not, just try online.

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Achieving the Golf Swing of Pro Golfers

Developing the perfect golf swing takes time and tons of practice. It also pays to take note of how pro golfers execute their winning swings. By taking note of the following tips and taking time to work them out, you will surely be enjoying tournament successes in no time.

1. Ask any pro golfer, and he or she will tell you that the power it takes to get that ball flying does not come from the arms alone. Use your entire body to achieve maximum power. If you are used to fuelling the golf club with your arms, wrist and hands, then you might struggle at first trying to employ the rest of your body. Practice hitting the ball with using your torso and legs. Once you get the hang of swinging the club with your entire body, you will notice that you are sending that ball flying with more consistency and accuracy.

2. Swivel your shoulders perfectly each time you do a backswing. Your right forearm should be parallel to your spine and your left wrist is flat. To ensure you are doing it the right way, your elbows and arms should form a triangle. Make sure you got this effective position pat at the top of your swing – you are guaranteed a perfectly solid hit, and a more accurate one.

3.  Many amateurs fail at making a solid hit because of two reasons. First, the right way of pivoting the wrist is done too late during the backswing because the takeaway is likely to be too low to the ground. Second, achieving a bad posture by swinging the club too far during the backswing, thinking this is the right way to gain power. However, taking note of a few things will help eradicate these flaws. Make sure a 45-degree angle exists between your left arm and the shaft of the club at setup. Your hands should remain as close to the ground as possible during the takeaway, while moving the head of the club upwards rapidly. Notice how your left arm is parallel to the ground and the shaft is perpendicular to it? This is about enough to prevent you from swinging your arms too far at the backswing; thus, putting off bad posture and reverse pivot.

4. Golf is an outdoor game, so it’s best of you are able to practice chipping outdoors. However, one is tempted to hit chips indoors from time to time. You can perfect your chipping with the help of a wooden rod or a busted club shaft. Get the hang of your chipping technique – just make sure that your left wrist remains solid as the club passes through the area of impact. The rod or shaft you are using will hit your left side should your left wrist give way during the impact. Practice is the key to mastering your chipping.

5. From time to time, even pro golfers get caught red handed losing flex in their back legs as they try for distance. Inconsistent swings constantly take the success out of any game of golf. It’s best if you can view your posture in a full-length mirror when you practice your swings from time to time. Start with the setup position, hold it then look at the mirror. Do the backswing, hold it and observe your posture. This will help you determine your postural flaws during your golf swing.

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Your Questions About Personal Pitcher

George asks…

Personal pitcher Pro imrove your game?

does thoese small balls actually do anything compare to a baseball.

Johnathan answers:

Yes.

Richard asks…

does the personal pitcher improve your batting skills.?

Johnathan answers:

Not really at all

Daniel asks…

Where do you put Zach Greinke on your personal top 10 Pitchers in Baseball this year?

Damn did he tear apart the Tigers tonight.

Johnathan answers:

As of now, clear number 1

4-0 in 4 starts, 2 complete games, 0.00 era (1 unearned run allowed) and 36 K’s in 29 IP with only 6 BB.

Those are RIDICULOUS stats.

By the end of the year, probably one of the top 5 or 6 SP’s in the league but I’m willing to go as far as saying he will win the Cy Young.

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