What are Arkansas baseball's plans for ABS, pitching rotation at SEC Tournament?
The SEC Tournament will feature the first use of the Automated Ball-Strike system (ABS) in college baseball. Arkansas baseball coach Dave Van Horn has been preparing his team for this new challenge system, which allows teams to challenge calls on balls and strikes. Van Horn is optimistic about the future implementation of ABS in the regular season, although he remains cautious about its immediate impact.
- ▪The Automated Ball-Strike system will be used for the first time in college baseball at the SEC Tournament.
- ▪Each team will have three challenges on balls and strikes during the tournament.
- ▪Coach Dave Van Horn has consulted with professional ranks and analyzed data to prepare for the new system.
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