First Base Footwork Drills – Fundamentals of Playing First Base

Short Summary

1. Coach Justin from Ultimate Baseball Training introduces first base footwork drills.
2. He emphasizes the importance of using available resources for training despite being unprepared.
3. The first drill, “stride to catch,” addresses a common mistake of premature striding by young first basemen.
4. Players are advised to wait for the ball to be thrown before striding and catching it.
5. The drill involves a partner throwing balls to various locations to practice timing and footwork.
6. The second drill, “first base lightning,” builds on the first by simulating game situations with a runner on first base.
7. The coach gives commands to prompt players to react to a hit ball, reinforcing footwork and positioning.
8. The drills focus on improving first base skills and overall footwork.
9. The speaker demonstrates a first base lightning drill, highlighting the need for preparation for imperfect throws.