Team Defense Drill: Refuse to Lose (Softball)
Advanced competitive drill where offense and defense face high-pressure late-game scenarios with rewards for winning each situation.
How to Run This Drill
- Set up full defense with live pitching (or front toss)
- Create a game scenario: ex. bottom of 7th, one out, winning run on second
- Offense tries to score, defense tries to get outs
- Winning team gets to choose: continue on defense, switch to offense, or pick their next scenario
- Play multiple scenarios: increase pressure (winning run at third, two outs, etc.)
- Let plays develop naturally for realistic practice
Coaching Points
- Creates game-like pressure in practice
- Teaches situational awareness
- Builds mental toughness for close games
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