Pitcher Backing up Bases

Purpose:

• Pitchers are required to back up bases on plays. Balls to the outfield the pitcher should be thinking backing up third or home depending on the circumstances.

Equipment:

• Field, Infield/Outfield/Pitcher

Drill:

• Practice during infield/outfield, have pitchers participate and practice backing up the throws.
• Most backup are at third and home, the pitcher should go half way between third and home and move to the corresponding base depending on where throw is directed.
• Always get as far back as possible when backing up. You can cover more ground on balls of line or deflected.

Result:

• Good fielding pitchers help themself out of situations
• Pitchers are fielders after they throw the ball.
• Save runs by being in the right spot.