How Do You Hook Slide In Baseball?
A well executed hook slide will enable you to avoid a fielder’s tag while reaching base. And you don’t have to knock anyone over to do it. Just follow these steps. Know when to use it. The hook slide is used to avoid tags and is slower than a straight slide. Therefore, use it only when the ball beats you to the base and you must elude the tag. Begin a slide to the right by pushing off the left foot keeping your legs untucked. As you start to slide, the outside of your right leg should make contact with the ground first. Bend the leg slightly, keeping your foot pointed to avoid catching your cleats in the dirt. Distribute more of your weight on the right buttocks throughout the slide. Keep the left leg fairly straight with a slight bend in the knee. Do not bend the knee any more than is necessary to hook your base. The inner part of your lower leg should slide on the ground with your shoestrings pointed forward and aiming for the bag. Maintain a flat upper body while keeping the hands a
