Grip

Strokes

Derek Maltby
Derek Maltby Asked 7 years ago

How tightly should I grip my bat?


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 7 years ago

Hi Derek,

Grip the bat as lightly as you can without dropping it.

By gripping lightly you relax the hand and wrist allowing you to do more with the bat.


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