| Duration | Activities | Video References |
|---|---|---|
| 5 minutes | Pre-Practice Discussions- Review last practice session, game or homework with coaches & team | |
| 15 minutes |
Warm-Ups– It is important to start all practices with a warm-up and set routine.
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| 20 minutes |
Footwork, Body Control, Speed and Agility Training – Coaches to set up 3 stations, with 3-4 players per station and rotate players every 8-10 minutes.
• Station #1: Set up in outfield- Learning Starts Drill • Station #2: Set up at shortstop- Falling Starts Drill • Station #3: Set up at 2nd base position- Carioca Drill |
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| 30 minutes |
Focused Group Work #1 – All pitchers and catchers
• Pitchers – (20 minutes) Flat Ground Mechanics Drills & Knee-to-Knee Drill. Each pitcher should pair up with another pitcher. • Catchers – (20 minutes) Receiving and Blocking Drills • Pitcher/Catcher Bullpens – (10 minutes) — Each pitcher will throw a 20 pitch bullpen session with coach while both pitcher & catcher treat it as a live game situation pen. They will simulate throwing to a real batter/batters and emphasize getting ahead in the count & hitting spots on the inside & outside corners of the plate |
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| 30 minutes |
Focused Group Work #2 – Hitting —- Coaches to set up 2 stations and rotate players every 15 minutes. Focus on hitting mechanics, building momentum and more power.
Station 1: Weight Transfer Drill Station 2: Tee Behind Drill |
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| 20 minutes |
Simulated Game Situations – Rotate players from defensive positions to base runners • Set players in their infield/outfield positions, have 3-4 players as runners • Coach will simulate live game situations by hitting balls into play. Focus should be on proper base running and proper defensive positioning play including coverage, back up positioning, cut-offs and relays. |
| Activity | Video References |
|---|---|
| Review videos referred in the practice plan. Reinforce proper Hitting Mechanics;Focus on building more momentum and power.Practice at home for 25 -35 minutes each time; 2-3 times during a week. |