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Hitting Drill: Batting Practice - 1 Coach (Baseball)

Standard team batting practice structure with one coach throwing, focusing on quality at-bats and simulating game situations.

Instructions

Each hitter gets a structured round: - 3 bunts (sacrifice and/or for hit) - 5 swings hitting to all fields - 2 swings hitting situational (runner on 2nd, hit to right, etc.) - Last swing: run it out through first base Defense works on fielding and making throws Rotate hitters efficiently - keep defense active Quality over quantity - make each swing count Coach varies speeds and locations Simulate game situations when possible

Coaching Points

  • Treat every swing like a game at-bat
  • Work on weaknesses, not just strengths
  • Defense stays alert - field every ball
  • Communicate on the field
  • Run out the last swing every time
  • Quality BP builds good habits

At a Glance

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Duration
15 minutes
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Players
1-20 players
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Difficulty
intermediate