Back Foot Drive

Side View / Front View

Coaching Points

Step 1

Correct grip, relaxed and balanced stance. Eyes level.

Step 2

Rhythmic, high backswing.

Step 3

Back foot moves back and just inside line of the ball, remaining parallel to crease.
Head stays forward.
Front foot moves to a balanced position, keeping body side on.
Bat begins downswing.

Step 4

Contact made in line with the eyes.
Bat vertical.
Top hand has control; bottom hand puches.
High front elbow.
Bat and hands remain on the line of the stroke for as long as possible.

Step 5

Bat and hands finish high.
Look for a run.


Back Foot Drive Animation

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