STRAIGHT LINE PICK 'EM

Take the fielders and line them up in a straight line. With plenty of space in between each one, line them up one behind the other away from the coach. Number each player such that the first person is number one, second is number two, and so on.

To execute the drill, the coach hits a hard grounder and calls one of the numbers at the same time. That number must field it, while the others step out of the way. The coach should randomly vary the numbers, so that each fielder has a chance to field a grounder and none can predict whose turn it is.

This drill teaches quick reflexes and clear thinking under pressure.

Submitted by: eteamz user Katie, Maddogs Travelling Squad