Fielding Infield

Groundball on Knees Progression

Instructions

• Partners 10 feet apart facing each other in defense ready position
• Players keep feet planted in the defense ready position, with glove-hand out in front of the body (no gloves)
• Partners throw grounders to each other, focusing on working the hand underneath the ball to field
• Receiving partner keeps their feet planted, their glove out front, and keeps their eyes on the ball
• Partners can also work on backhands while keeping their feet planted
• Partners throw grounders back and forth to each other until each partner has had 10 repetitions

At a Glance
  • Duration 10 minutes
  • Players 1-2 players
  • Difficulty Intermediate
  • Age Range 6-18 years
  • Equipment Needed
    • Gloves
    • Bucket of balls
    • Fungo bat