Doubleplay on a Comebacker

Purpose:

• Learn turn the double play at second on comebackers

Equipment:

• Field, Secondbaseman , Pitcher

Drill:

• On a comebacker and runner at first, the pitcher should field the ball, reverse pivot, crow hop to gain balance and make a chest high throw to the shortstop.
• Always know who is covering the bad prior to making a pitch.
• A good throw is imperative, think getting one out before thinking two.
• If there is a runner on third and first on comebacker, the pitcher needs to check the runner before making the as described above.
• Again get the sure out at second first by making a good throw to short.

Result:

• Good fielding pitchers help themself out of situations
• Pitchers are fielders after they throw the ball.
• No walking around from position to position