In 7-9, 10-9-B, Impact address is mentioned as "useful" for hitters, yet in 12-1-0, why is standard address listed?
In 12-2-0, why is it a snap load then a non-auto sweep release? Should they not be the same as in snap with snap or sweep with sweep?
Justin,
1. The Standard Address for Hitters (12-1-0) is used for two reasons. First, it facilitates moving between the Hitting and Swinging (12-2-0) Basic Patterns. Second, it facilitates the Hitter's Angle of Approach procedure because the Right Forearm and the Shaft are pointing at nearly the same place on the Delivery Line. A Fix alignment of the Right Forearm (pointing at a 10-5-E Delivery Line) is really 'out of whack' with the Target Line, and this makes the alignment difficult for beginning Hitters. Nevertheless, Homer Kelley felt that ultimately, in the hands of the Hitting Master, the Impact Address position was preferred.
2. Remember, no matter what Release Type and Release Point are employed, the Swinger's Snap Load overcomes the initial inertia of the Clubhead at the Top and Loads the Lag. And it is done by the Pivot, not the Hands. This 'Instant Acceleration' (10-19-C) is very desirable for the Swinger and sets up the entire Centrifugal Downstroke Release Sequence (6-M-1). Longer term, the Swinger will almost certainly customize the Pattern to incorporate first, the Non-Automatic Snap Release and later, the Automatic Snap Release. The Non-Auto Sweep variation is listed in the Basic Pattern as the first step -- maximum conscious control -- on the road to mastery of the more sophisticated Snap Releases.
1. The Standard Address for Hitters (12-1-0) is used for two reasons. First, it facilitate moving between the Hitting and Swinging (12-2-0) Basic Patterns. Second, it facilitates the Hitter's Angle of Approach procedure because the Right Forearm and the Shaft are pointing at nearly the same place on the Delivery Line. A Fix alignment of the Right Forearm (pointing at a 10-5-E Delivery Line) is really 'out of whack' with the Target Line, and this makes the alignment difficult for beginning Hitters. Nevertheless, Homer Kelley felt that ultimately, in the hands of the Hitting Master, the Impact Address position was preferred.
2. Remember, no matter what Release Type and Release Point are employed, the Swinger's Snap Load overcomes the initial inertia of the Clubhead at the Top and Loads the Lag. And it is done by the Pivot, not the Hands. This 'Instant Acceleration' (10-19-C) is very desirable for the Swinger and sets up the entire Centrifugal Downstroke Release Sequence (6-M-1). Longer term, the Swinger will almost certainly customize the Pattern to incorporate first, the Non-Automatic Snap Release and later, the Automatic Snap Release. The Non-Auto Sweep variation is listed in the Basic Pattern as the first step -- maximum conscious control -- on the road to mastery of the more sophisticated Snap Releases.
Great stuff there...I was always under the impression that 12-1-0 and 12-2-0 was the standard to "attain" to. New perspective there!! Major fog lifting...now I see what Mr Kelly meant by not customizing until expert stage is reached.
The Meaning of 'Basic' In The Basic Stroke Patterns
Originally Posted by comdpa
Great stuff there...I was always under the impression that 12-1-0 and 12-2-0 was the standard to "attain" to. New perspective there!! Major fog lifting...now I see what Mr Kelly meant by not customizing until expert stage is reached.
You are not alone, Justin. Many students are under the same impression. In fact, I personally have been characterized by an Authorized Instructor on another site as one who teaches only the two Basic Patterns. This, of course, is his own limited view and not actual fact.
You are not alone, Justin. Many students are under the same impression. In fact, I personally have been characterized by an Authorized Instructor on another site as one who teaches only the two Basic Patterns. This, of course, is his own limited view and not actual fact.
I thought I remember you saying that 12-1 and 12-2 were optimal patterns. Or are you just saying that those are the ideal starting points, and from there comes customization?
I guess another way of looking at it would be: if I achieve a pattern that is identical to 12-1, are there any modifications that would make that pattern more accurate/powerful/consistent?
I thought I remember you saying that 12-1 and 12-2 were optimal patterns. Or are you just saying that those are the ideal starting points, and from there comes customization?
I guess another way of looking at it would be: if I achieve a pattern that is identical to 12-1, are there any modifications that would make that pattern more accurate/powerful/consistent?
I have written in the past that Homer Kelley felt that these Patterns were indeed optimal and should be customized only as Power demands and Psychological Preferences dictate. I have much I want to share on this subject with our members -- including several direct quotes from Homer himself -- and will do so soon in Yoda's Corner.
Normally, of the three adjectives you used -- more powerful/accurate/consistent -- only the first (more powerful) differentiates the Master's Customized Pattern. And the key here is Maximum Power (6-B-1/2/3/4-A) and Maximum Trigger Delay (6-B-1/2/3/4-C). However, that Power addition comes with the price tag of your other two concerns: Accuracy and Consistency.
I remember the 2004 TOUR Championship in Atlanta. In a field of only thirty players, Tiger Woods finished second. But, in Driving Accuracy, he finished 30th. That's right. Dead last. Am I saying we should feel sorry for Tiger? Please.
I am saying only that there is a price tag for length.
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