Equipment Needed
- Baseballs
- Infield area
Setup
- Position infielders at their bases and cut-off spots; coach or feeder hits ground balls from shortstop area.
- Start with soft rolls and increase speed as players demonstrate proper technique.
Instructions
- Begin with soft feed grounders to emphasize glove work and body position.
- Progress to live feeding where infielders field, communicate, and make game-appropriate throws to bases.
- Work on double-play turns, cutoffs, and recovery after bad hops.
Coaching Points
- Approach fielding with momentum toward the throw target to shorten exchange time.
- Prioritize clean transfers and accurate throws over rushed attempts.
- Communicate loudly - call "I got it" or "you take" on crowded plays.