Hitting Drill: Situational Hitting (Baseball & Softball)
Batting practice with game situations. Coach calls out scenarios and batters try to execute the appropriate approach.
How to Run This Drill
- Set up batting practice with baserunners on the bases.
- Before each pitch, coach calls out the game situation the batter must execute.
- Situation 1: Runner on second, hit to the right side to advance the runner.
- Situation 2: Runner on third with less than 2 outs, hit a fly ball to score the runner.
- Situation 3: Hit and run with runner on first, protect the runner and put the ball in play.
- Situation 4: Two strikes, choke up and put the ball in play.
- Award points for successful execution of each situation.
Coaching Points
- Think before you swing - know the situation
- Right side = open up slightly to pull the ball
- Fly ball situation = look for a pitch to lift
- Hit and run = protect the runner, make contact
- Two strikes = shorten up and battle
Quick Actions
At a Glance
Equipment Needed
Similar Drills You Might Like
Explore more drills to build your practice plan and develop well-rounded skills
7 Ball Front Toss
Front toss drill using numbered zones (1-7) to develop plate coverage and understanding of pitch locations, building strike zone awareness.
Change-Up Front Toss
Front toss drill mixing regular speed and change-up speeds to develop timing, patience, and the ability to adjust to off-speed pitches.
Homerun Derby
Fun competitive hitting game rewarding line drives and hard contact. Pop-ups and high fly balls are outs even if they go far.
Add This Drill to Your Practice Plan
Use our free Practice Planner to build complete practice plans with this drill and 100+ others. Drag and drop to customize timing and order.
Try the Practice PlannerFree forever - No account required