Throwing Drill: 3rd Base Knee (Baseball & Softball)
Kneeling throw drill from third to first that shows players how much the legs contribute to throwing distance and accuracy.
How to Run This Drill
- Set up a first baseman at first base. Other players line up on their knees at third base.
- Each player takes a turn throwing from their knees to first base.
- Emphasize using the whole body even from the kneeling position - rotate the hips and follow through.
- Challenge players to reach first base on the fly. Many will struggle at first.
- After everyone has thrown from their knees, let them stand and throw to feel the difference.
- This drill demonstrates how much the legs contribute to throwing power and accuracy.
Coaching Points
- Use your whole body even from your knees
- Rotate your hips and follow through completely
- Try to reach first base on the fly
- Compare to standing throws - feel the difference
- Demonstrates importance of legs in throwing
- Great for teaching the long throw mechanics
At a Glance
- bases
- baseballs or softballs
Quick Actions
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