Sac Bunt Success Percentages

[RayR]

Does anyone know of a resource for college ball that tracks successful sac bunt percentages? Meaning the % of times the runner is advanced and % of time that runner scores?

Thanks,

Ray

 

[alexander58]

I believe Ken had apost a few months ago on that subject.

 

[shockcoach]

I know Ken's post had the numbers for the MLB, but not fastpitch games. I know this is one area I will be keeping track of this year. I would like to see how many score. I'm not a huge fan of it, myself. I don't like giving up outs to move a runner 60ft. A score is one thing, and I'm not even crazy about that, unless it's a winning run or go ahead run late in the game.

http://www.discussfastpitch.com/kens-softball-tips/11085-more-evidence-sacrifice-bunt-waste.html

 

[JAD]

While I am sure someone can take a SWAG at the success percentage of a sacrifice bunt, as a coaching staff we are more interested in evaluating each situation individually. Who is the runner on 1st? How fast is she? Can she steal on this pitcher/catcher without a sacrifice? Who is the next batter? Is she a good bunter? Could she bunt for a hit? Is she a good contact hitter? What is the defense giving us? Is the 3B inside the bag? 1B? What is the score of the game? How good is the team we are playing? Could one run win or lose this game? What inning is it? What is the significance of the game?

 

[David Carter]

Rather than overall as others suggest it should be dependent on the situation, plus how many runners score from second on a single in BB vs FP? The other thing is if it is not a sac bunt for home where you have to make 100% sure you make contact I would assume most girls are not making a sac but are also bunting for a hit.

Personally I am not a big fan in general but given the right scenario it has to be something you practice and can execute when needed.

 

[Perfect Circle]

2012 Women's World Championship was won on bunts.... or the lack of ability to bunt....probably same Silver mindset.