High school
Fielding / Infield
All positions
Intermediate
Middle-Infield Hole Angle and Momentum Drill
Drill that trains middle infielders to get a good angle on balls in the hole, create momentum toward second, and execute a quick transfer.
- Equipment:
- Ball only
- Duration:
- About 10 min
- Setting:
- Outdoor
- Players:
- Small group
Coaching notes
Players work balls hit into the hole, focusing on taking an aggressive angle around the ball, staying low, creating forward momentum toward second base, and transferring cleanly for the double-play feed or throw.
Objectives
Improve angle selection, momentum creation, and quick transfers on balls in the hole.
Coaching cues
Get around the ball for a better angle; stay low and create momentum; quick clean transfer.
Common errors
Taking a direct (too short) path; stopping the feet; forcing a backhand when an angle is available.
Steps
- 1. Work balls in the hole with aggressive angles
- 2. Create momentum toward second
- 3. Execute quick transfer and feed or throw
Source:
CamWood Bats
