Sacrifice

With the LONG rockers inserted, the hitter begins in his normal stance. The hitter then takes a short, jab step with the front foot pointing the front toes toward the pitcher. As that occurs, the hitter pivots on his back foot. The bat and the hitter’s hands and head should be out in front, nearing the front edge of the BASEBALLANCE, where he can sight the barrel. The same can be done with the purple rockers inserted to ensure proper lateral balance, as well. Through this process the BASEBALLANCE should remain balanced and as the bunter tries to “catch” the ball with his bat.

Lefty Drag

LEFT HANDED DRAG: The BASEBALLANCE can be used to help a left handed drag bunter feel the natural flow of momentum toward the pitcher and down the first base line. Starting in the balanced position, the hitter crosses over with his left foot and forces the board to rock to the front as the bat enters the contact area. Leaving the bat in the contact zone to meet the ball, the hitter feels the BASEBALLANCE propel him toward first base, essentially encouraging him to take the ball with him, as momentum carries him out of the box.