No. 2, The Batting Stance: Each boy must discover for himself the method of standing, swinging and striding that best suits his style. Try all the different methods until you hit on the one that fits your need, whether it be standing close to the plate or far away, feet together or spread apart, standing upright or crouched, swinging from the end of the handle or with hands "choked" halfway up the bat. Al Simmon's style is not like Rogers Hornsby's, yet both styles are very effective. Work out your own batting style by trying one thing and another until you hit the correct combination for your need.