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Launch Position is the sagittal plane angle between the spine and the bat

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Technical Details

  • Variable Type: Metric
  • Data Type: Float
  • Units: Degrees (°)
  • Range: 0° to 180°
  • Calculation: Sagittal plane (somersault) angle between bat and spine
  • Measurement Point: At pelvis velocity initiation (launch event)

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Interpretation

  • Higher values: (over 90°) Bat angled downward relative to spine, bat tip is lower
  • Lower values: (under 90°) Bat angled upward relative to spine, bat tip is higher and bat is closer to being in line with spine.
  • Optimal range: Typically 30-90° for most hitters, preferrably closer to 90°

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Use Cases

  • Swing analysis and coaching
  • Bat path optimization
  • Pre-swing position consistency