Yes, sounds like Pitch Basic Elbow position. In any elbow position, Pitch, Punch or Push- the right elbow should remain bent through impact, even through low point and be fully extended for the first time in follow through.
Thanks guys,adding to this ,I am getting a feeling that I,m hitting if u like,with the point where the wrist and forearm are bent,by using the dowels it is keeping the dowel in line with r/forearm,thru the downswing,hope u follow me. Terry