Fielding
Outfield
Short Hops
Instructions
• 1 partner on left/right field foul line, 1 partner 10 feet away in left/right field
• Throwing partner throws ball so that it bounces just before it reaches their partner at a slow to medium speed
• Receiving partner stands in ready position with feet planted shoulder-width apart, knees bent, facing partner
• Receiving partner waits for the ball to bounce just before their glove, then tries to catch it as soon as it bounces off of the ground, pushing glove through the ball towards their partner
• Partners throw short hops back and forth to each other until each partner has had 10 repetitions
At a Glance
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Duration 5 minutes
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Players 1-2 players
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Difficulty Intermediate
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Age Range 6-18 years
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Equipment Needed
- Balls and gloves
