Side Shuffle
Side Shuffle Purpose Players will learn to sidestep to the ball, which will improve their fielding footwork Set up - Have players form a line on the third base side - The first player in line is in
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Pitcher Double Plays
Pitcher Double Plays Purpose Infielders practice turning 1-6-3 and 1-4-3 double plays Set up - Lines of players at Pitcher, 2B, SS, and 1B - Coach with fungo bat left of home plate Execution 1. Fungo 2 hits ground ball to pitcher 2. Pitcher fields
Numbers Drill
Numbers Drill Purpose This is a great drill that teaches players to pivot when catching the ball throwing for increased accuracy. Set up - Put one player at every position on the field - Make sure
One Step Back Partner Throwing
Purpose To improve throwing technique and arm strength. Drill Setup Group your players into pairs based on similar throwing/catching abilities. All players should have a glove, and one player in the pair
Distance Throw
Purpose Works on throwing distance and power Drill Setup Place a series of cones about 10 yards apart, continuing for most of the length of the outfield, or however you think is
Crossover with Over Hand Throw Drill
Purpose Teaches players proper fundamentals for fielding and throwing in one fluid motion. Drill Setup Player lines up in ready position. How it Works Coach rolls the ball to the side of the
The “High Five” Drill for Proper Throwing Mechanics
In today's video blog post, we are demonstrating an excellent throwing mechanics drill called the "High Five" Drill. This is a great drill to use with your younger pitchers
Baseball Catchers Practice Plan: The “Gold Glove” Workout
Baseball Catchers Practice Plan: The "Gold Glove" Workout Check out this awesome set of baseball catchers practice drills that will give your catcher a "Gold Glove" workout and watch your catcher's
Catch and Crow Hop Drill for Baseball Fielding
The purpose of the crow hop is to get a little more momentum and velocity on your ball. As on outfielder, you have to throw the ball further than
Baseball Fielding: Outfielder Throwing Technique
An outfielder throws a little differently than the other positions on the field. Pitchers parallel outfielders, but infielders and catchers throw completely different. At the beginning of any discussion regarding
Throwing and the “Isolated Feet” Baseball Fielding Drill
If your team is struggling to make accurate throws during a game, you need to add some fielding and throwing drills to your practice plan. Your players need to understand
2 Awesome Catch and Throw Drills!
2 Awesome Catch and Throw Drills! Are you looking for some fun and easy catch and throw drills for you rnext practice? These drills focus on turning quickly to face the
The “Play Catch” Throwing Drill for Power & Accuracy
In today's video blog post, I am sharing a fantastic long toss drill that is basically a game of catch with your players. It's called the "Play Catch" Progressive Toss
1st Base Baseball Conditioning: Holding Runners on Base
In today's video blog post, we are talking about 1st Base Baseball Conditioning, and holding runners on base. We briefly discuss the importance of giving the pitcher a target,
A Fantastic Throwing Drill Using Isolated Footwork!
In today's video blog post, we are talking about a great baseball throwing drill that utilizes isolated feet work. In an isolated foot drill, you are focusing on keeping your
Knee Throwing Drill to Help Your Players Improve
Knee Throwing Drill Many young players have difficulties understanding the importance of glove in front, and closing the gap up front. I found that by putting an athlete on his
One Hop Throwing Drills
In today's video blog, we are talking about One Hop Throwing Drills, the proper grip for the outfielder, and techniques to achieve a perfect spin on the ball. Grip The grip for
Video: The One Knee Drill
During the above video, you'll learn about a great baseball throwing drill called the One Knee Drill. This baseball throwing drill helps develop correct follow-through and improves accuracy. Each player should be