FieldingBeginnerModerate load
Outfield Drop Step Drill: Fly-Ball Tracking for Youth Players
A beginner outfield footwork drill that teaches 8-12 year-olds to make their first move BACK with a clean drop step, take the right angle, and track fly balls over the shoulder instead of drifting or backpedaling.
⏱ ~8 min📋 Several reps each direction; at least 2 broken-movement (freeze) reps per side before adding game speed.
What you'll need
- Baseballs or softballs (or soft/tennis balls for the youngest players)
- Bucket of balls
- 2-4 cones
- Fielding gloves
- Open grass field
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