One way to escape a run down. About to be tagged out fall down perpendicular to the base line. Especially true when about to be tagged out from behind.
Starting open as you come set gives you a chance to read the base runner’s body language,movement, & distance from the base. In this case it produces a quick turn in & pick with the hands on the way up. Quick turn & short arm action & an accelerated pick.( A MOVE)
Check out 108 Performance's video! #TikToktiktok.com/t/ZPLQxxPK8/ Great take from Eugene on how to pass energy up the chain as a result of efficient deceleration.