Setup – Divide team into two groups (Infield and

Base Runners). Catcher in full in gear takes position behind plate with infield positions filled. The rest of the players rotate as base runners starting at first base. Coach stands 20-30 feet away from home plate with plenty of balls (tennis or whiffle balls for safety).

Activity – Coach throws a variety of strikes or balls in the dirt forcing the catcher to keep the ball in front of the plate.

Base Runners take their leads and can either run or stop based on what they see.– Coach throws a variety of strikes or balls in the dirt forcing the catcher to keep the ball in front of the plate.

Base Runners take their leads and can either run or stop based on what they see.