All ages
Fielding / Infield
All positions
Beginner
Figure-It-Out Body-Positioning Infield Progression
Focuses on athletic body position and posture throughout the fielding process.
- Duration:
- About 8 min
Coaching notes
Progression that isolates and reinforces proper posture so players stay low, balanced and ready to throw.
Objectives
Install consistent athletic posture on every ground ball.
Coaching cues
Wide base; chest over thighs; flat back; hands out front.
Common errors
Upright; narrow base; hands under the body.
Steps
- 1. Hold correct posture
- 2. Move while holding posture
- 3. Field ground balls maintaining posture
Source:
Figure It Out Baseball