High school
Pitching
All positions
Intermediate
Dan Blewett Style PFP Reaction Drill
High-rep, reaction-oriented pitcher fielding practice that forces pitchers to field balls immediately after the delivery and make accurate throws under fatigue.
- Equipment:
- Glove
- Duration:
- About 12 min
- Setting:
- Outdoor
- Players:
- Small group
Coaching notes
Pitcher works a continuous series of comebackers, bunts, and coverage plays at game-like tempo, emphasizing athleticism and decision-making.
Objectives
Build pitcher fielding endurance, improve reaction time, and create game-ready defensive habits.
Coaching cues
Finish the pitch athletically; react immediately; field cleanly; throw accurately under fatigue.
Common errors
Standing up early; poor footwork; inaccurate throws when tired.
Steps
- 1. Continuous delivery + field sequence
- 2. Mix comebackers and bunts
- 3. Add first-base coverage
- 4. Maintain intensity through the set
Source:
Dan Blewett style / public
