Team Defense

Team D – 1st & 3rd Defense

Drills

This drill is first step in teaching the 1/3 situation. Run prior to any offensive / baserunning instruction associated with 1/3’s. All athletes at position, walk through execution before having each athlete practice each position.

Team D – Bunt Defense

Drills

Team Defense drill to begin Bunt Defense. Distribute athletes around the diamond, verbally announce responsibilities, execute and get an out

Steal Coverage

Drills

Teach middle infielders defensive responsibility on a stolen base attempt. Involves defenders at C / P / 1B / 2B / SS as well as baserunners. Stand in batters box and alternate between right-handed and left-handed hitter.

Scrimmage

Drills

A scrimmage is a time for kids to put the hard work into action, and experience the pressure of competition.