Fielding Infield

Preset Backhand Rake

Instructions

• Partners 10 feet apart facing each other in defense ready position
• Both partners are set up so that they are in the backhand position with glove shoulder pointed towards their partner and stance staggered
• Partner rolls a groundball to the backhand side of their partner, so that they can stay in the backhanded position without moving to field it
• Receiving partner stays low, keeps their eyes on the ball, and focuses on pushing through the ball to field
• Receiving partner gets into throwing position after the ball is fielded, then rolls a backhanded grounder to their partner
• Partners throw backhanded grounders back and forth to each other until each partner has had 10 repetitions

At a Glance
  • Duration 5 minutes
  • Players 1-2 players
  • Difficulty Beginner
  • Age Range 6-18 years
  • Equipment Needed
    • Balls and gloves
    • Can use tennis balls