Mastering Glove Work

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Mastering Glove Work Essential Drills for Coaches
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Introduction to Glove Work
Table of Contents
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Barehanded Kneeling Pick
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Short Hops Drill
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Two-Handed Fielding
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Aussie Drill for Glove Work
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Integrating Movement
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Fun Challenges
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Drill Variations
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Conclusion
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Thank You!
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Introduction to Glove Work
Unleash Potential

• Glove work is a critical skill in baseball, often
  overshadowed by footwork and fielding techniques.
  Today, we'll focus on enhancing glove work
  through fun and effective drills.
  These drills are designed to improve both
  technique and confidence in players.
  Let's dive into five essential glove drills every
  coach should know!

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Barehanded Kneeling Pick
Fundamental First Step

• Start with the barehanded kneeling pick drill to
  develop proper glove action. Focus on keeping fing
  ers down while fielding, ensuring the heel of the
  hand stays forward. This drill trains players to s
  ecure the ball effectively without relying on a
  glove. Practice with a coach for immediate feedbac
  k and improvement.

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Short Hops Drill
Tracking the Ball

• Next is the short hops drill, enhancing reaction
  time and glove positioning. Begin kneeling to isol
  ate upper body movements and refine glove
  technique. Transition to standing after mastering
  the kneeling phase for increased challenge.
  This progression ensures players are ready to
  handle various grounders.

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Two-Handed Fielding
Double the Control

• Introduce two-handed fielding by rolling balls
  out to players in a wide stance.
  Emphasizing two hands ensures better control and
  a secure catch. Progress to using one hand for mor
  e advanced fielding situations.
  Encourages versatility and adapts players to
  various fielding scenarios.

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Aussie Drill for Glove Work
Inspiration from the Greats

• The Aussie drill focuses on perfecting glove
  skills without leg movements. This drill, inspired
  by Ozzie Smith, hones hand-eye coordination.
  Use a small Fungo bat to hit balls directly to
  fielders for maximum focus. Great for improving re
  sponse time and glove technique under pressure.

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Integrating Movement
Transitioning Skills

• After practicing stationary drills, it's
  essential to integrate movement into glove work.
  Encourage players to combine footwork with glove
  drills for holistic development.
  This helps them adapt skills during dynamic game
  situations. Practice with movement makes for more
  game-ready players.

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Fun Challenges
Keep it Engaging

• Incorporate fun challenges and competitions into
  your glove drills. This increases engagement and m
  otivates players to improve their skills.
  Use games to focus on glove work so players enjoy
  their development. Creating a fun learning environ
  ment encourages passion for the game.

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Drill Variations
Customize for Growth

• Customizing drills keeps practices fresh and
  players engaged. Adjust difficulty based on player
  skill levels and needs. Introduce variations to p
  ush players beyond their comfort zones.
  Continuous improvement is key to mastering glove
  work.

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Conclusion
Elevate Your Game

• In summary, mastering glove work is crucial for
  defensive success. Utilize the drills shared today
  to enhance skills and confidence.
  Keep practicing and encourage teamwork among
  players. Together, we can elevate the game of base
  ball!

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Thank You!
Let's Keep Improving!

• Thank you for joining us in exploring glove work
  drills today. Remember, practice and consistency l
  ead to improvement. Download our Dominate The Diam
  ond app for more resources. Lets make this season
  the best yet!

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