Can you explain why these two phrases are often communicated? In my opinion, I’ll hear a coach or teacher say one and never the other. What exactly do you think they are trying to communicate? I think it’s relative to each specific batter.

When hitting in practice and games. Should the focus be on trying to manipulate the ball as in hit it high/low left field or right field? Or maybe just square it up and the results are the results. What’s your main focus point when at the plate?

How does the top hand turn in the swing? You have any material that demonstrates how that happens and what is the timing of that with the rest of the body?

Text book example of anchoring down the lower 1/2 and delivering the first move from the pelvis & trunk.

Most hitters have no clue how much their rib cage and pelvis positioning impact their swing. This picture shows two drastically different setups; ✅ one that creates power and stability ❌ one that kills it instantly ⚙️ What You’re Seeing: - Left Side (✅) – Neutral rib cage + pelvis alignment→ The core is stacked, pressure is balanced, and the diaphragm + pelvic floor are working together.→ This gives hitters 360° pressure, better control of their middle, and a more stable base to rotate from. - Right Side (❌) – Rib flare + anterior pelvic tilt→ The ribs lift, the pelvis dumps forward, and the connection between the two is “cut.”→ The athlete loses intra-abdominal pressure, leaks stability, and ends up rotating from their lower back instead of their middle. 💥 Why It Matters in Hitting: When your rib cage and pelvis are stacked: - You move more efficiently through your swing - You stay connected through the middle (no power leaks) - You can breathe and brace properly - You maintain consistent posture throughout your move forward and rotation When they’re not: - You’ll fight posture changes - Lose direction and control through contact - Leak force instead of transferring it into the barrel 🧩 Hitter Cue: “Ribs down, pelvis under.” Stack the middle. Create pressure. Rotate with intent. 💬 Question for the Tribe: When you set up in your stance, do you feel your ribs flared up or down? Drop a 🟢 for stacked and controlled or 🔴 for flared and disconnected.