WILD BALL

The Coach sets up a situation that forces a wild throw to a lead base. Fielders and runners are used in this drill. Give the players the number of outs to help increase concentration and awareness of whether to get the lead runner out first or just get an out to end an inning.

Here is an example: Runners on 1st and 2nd. Fielders needed: 2nd baseman, ss, 3rd, P, catcher, left fielder. One out. The coach says go and makes a wild throw to third base forcing the defense to try and get the lead runner out for the second out of the inning, or make a decision to at least get the next runner out. Stress making smart decisions depending on outs!

Thanks Lin!!

Submitted by: Lin Wheeler