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Fielding Drill: Reaction Drill (Baseball & Softball)
Fast-moving drill for players and coaches using soft balls. Players run from cone to cone while coach throws balls at each turn. Helps players catch balls on the run and cover bases quickly.
Instructions
Set up square with four cones. Player runs from cone to cone. As player turns at each cone, coach throws ball. Player catches and rolls ball back. Continue around all cones. Use soft balls or tennis balls for safety.
Coaching Points
- Use soft balls for safety
- Make square appropriate size
- Focus on catching while turning
- Can set up two squares with two coaches
- Make competitive with consecutive catches
- Helps with base coverage skills
At a Glance
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Duration
10 minutes
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Players
4-12 players
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Equipment Needed
- soft balls
- cones
- gloves
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Difficulty
intermediate
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