Fielding Drill: Groundball Competition (Baseball & Softball)
Competitive fielding drill where players compete to field the most ground balls cleanly in a set time period. Builds fielding fundamentals while adding excitement through friendly competition.
Instructions
Divide players into teams. Coach hits ground balls to each team in rotation. Players must field cleanly and make accurate throw to designated target. Keep score of successful plays. Rotate positions and add challenges.
Coaching Points
- Focus on proper fielding position
- Emphasize clean fielding over speed
- Encourage teammates to cheer for each other
- Make throws chest-high to target
- Stay ready in athletic position
- Celebrate good effort, not just results
At a Glance
- balls
- gloves
- bases
Quick Actions
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