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If you think of Back Leg Specials as maximizing acceleration of the clubhead/barrel, vs. lateral slide which maximizes ability to react and adapt to the flight of the ball, would that capture it? Or no?
Reminds me that in aikido (or in trading low punches in boxing) the ability to move your CG is critical. You "match" your weight to the incoming energy as it moves.
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That said, I'm guessing you enjoyed Junior's and Edgar's swings also :- )