How To: Baseball Outfield Drills You Must Be Doing!

Short Summary

1. Coach Justin from Ultimate Baseball Training shares essential outfield drills for players of all levels.
2. He emphasizes the importance of practicing footwork, hip movement, and getting behind the baseball.
3. The first drill focuses on getting into a ready position while practicing drop steps in various directions.
4. Players are advised to eliminate false steps and exaggerate the first step to improve speed and efficiency.
5. The second drill, “get behind the baseball,” involves placing a cone to simulate the catching position.
6. The goal of the second drill is to always position oneself a few feet behind the ball to maintain momentum for a throw.
7. The drills help players develop necessary skills for effective outfield play.
8. The instructor discusses drills for improving outfield footwork and positioning.
9. He demonstrates a zigzag drill to help outfielders respond to fly balls that may be misread or affected by the wind.
10. The goal of the zigzag drill is to maintain control while quickly flipping the hips and keeping eyes on the baseball.