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First-step reaction

Infield Outfield At home

EasyAbout 10 minAny number

The first step decides whether you reach the ball. Fielders react to a coach pointing in a direction.

Set up

Steps

1. Coach points left, right, up or back
2. Players take a drop step or crossover and sprint five steps
3. Walk back and repeat
4. Add a ball once the footwork is clean

Coaching points

• Ready position with weight on the balls of your feet
• Open the hip first, then go
• No false step backwards

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