The purpose of this drill is to get players (outfielders) to practice proper footwork when reacting to a ball hit in their general direction. This drill is also useful in getting players to concentrate on tracking balls in the air while on the run.
Gloves Baseballs (6 - 10) Fungo (optional) Pitching Machine (optional)
Players line up in front of coach and (one at a time) execute a proper drop step for a ball hit to their right As soon as the player breaks, the coach throws a short fly ball for the player to catch. The player's job is to track down the ball using proper outfielding technique. After the fielder has retrieved his baseball, he runs to the back of the line. Start with balls hit to the player's right, then left, then over their head.
Timing is everything. Remember that the purpose of this is to practice footwork and make adjustments to the position of the ball. The coach should try and release the ball as soon as the player breaks.
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