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Relays and cut-offs
Infield Outfield
MediumAbout 15 minWhole team
A ball hit into the gap goes from the outfielder to the infielder and on to a base, in two good throws.
BallThrowPlayer movesK Coach
Set up
Outfielder, middle infielder as the relay, a fielder at third. Coach with a fungo.
You need: Fungo, balls, bases
Steps
- Coach hits a ball to the outfield
- The relay man runs out and lines up between the ball and the base
- Outfielder hits the relay chest
- Relay man turns to the glove side and throws to the base
Coaching points
- Relay man arms up and loud
- Outfielder throws through the relay, chest height
- Turn to the glove side
Common mistake. The relay man standing too close to the base, so the outfielder throw is too long.
Adjust it
EasierStart with the outfielder already holding the ball.
HarderAdd a runner, and the catcher calls which base.
