Infield Drill: 2nd Baseman Forehand Spin (Baseball & Softball)
Advanced double play feed where second baseman uses a forehand spin move to deliver the ball to the shortstop covering second.
How to Run This Drill
- Coach positions near home plate with balls. Second baseman is at normal depth, shortstop is ready to cover second.
- Coach hits a ground ball toward the second base side of the second baseman - not directly at them, but toward the bag.
- Second baseman fields the ball while moving toward second base. Momentum is already going toward the bag.
- As the ball is fielded, second baseman plants on the glove-side foot and spins toward the shortstop.
- Using a forehand flip motion (palm facing the shortstop), deliver the ball chest-high as the shortstop arrives at the bag.
- Shortstop receives the feed, touches second, and throws to first to complete the double play. Rotate through 10 reps.
Coaching Points
- Field the ball while on the move - dont stop
- Plant and spin on your glove-side foot
- Flip with palm facing the shortstop
- Lead the shortstop to the bag
- Use your momentum - this is a rhythm play
- Communication is critical
Quick Actions
At a Glance
Categories
Infield
Focus Areas
2nd BaseShortstop
Age Groups
11-1213-1415-1617-1818+9-10
Players
2-6 players
Difficulty
intermediate
Equipment Needed
- bases
- baseballs or softballs
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