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PFP: covering first
Pitchers Infield
MediumAbout 15 minPitchers, 1B + coachPIT008
Pitchers fielding practice. On a ball hit to the right side, the pitcher runs to cover first base.
Original drill sheet (PIT008)
BallThrowPlayer movesK Coach
Set up
Pitcher on the mound, first baseman at first, coach with a fungo at home.
You need: Fungo, balls, base
Steps
- Pitcher mimes a pitch
- Coach hits a ground ball to the first baseman
- Pitcher breaks towards the line, then runs up it to the bag
- First baseman tosses underhand, pitcher catches and touches the bag
Coaching points
- Every ball to the left side of the pitcher, break for first
- Run to the line, then up the line
- Touch the inside of the bag
Common mistake. Running straight at the bag and colliding with the runner.
Adjust it
EasierNo pitch, start already moving.
HarderMix in balls the first baseman takes alone, so the pitcher must read it.
