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Swiss Ball Fielding Drill

Soft-hands and body-control drill that uses a Swiss ball to teach infielders to field with better posture and give.

Equipment:
Glove
Duration:
About 8 min

Coaching notes

Players field ground balls or tosses while interacting with a Swiss ball to promote soft hands, proper body angles, and controlled movement.

Objectives

Develop soft hands, improve body control and balance while fielding, and create better glove presentation.

Coaching cues

Stay soft; work through the Swiss ball; keep posture; funnel the ball.

Common errors

Stiff hands; upright posture; stabbing at the ball.

Steps

  1. 1. Position Swiss ball as needed
  2. 2. Field ground balls or tosses while interacting with the ball
  3. 3. Emphasize soft hands and posture
  4. 4. Progress to full glove work
Source: Baseball Canada

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