Playing the infield takes strong nerves and soft hands. On any given pitch, the infielders must be ready to react to contact and make a play in any direction. In IMG Academy's How-To baseball infield drills video, our world-class coaches give an overview of techniques every infielder should practice.
3 Drills To Improve At Infielding
Strong infield play is essential to controlling the game. From fielding ground balls cleanly to making accurate, powerful throws, infielders must combine quick reactions, efficient footwork, and proper mechanics to perform at a high level.
So how can you become a more consistent and confident infielder?
What You’ll Learn
In IMG Academy’s How-To Baseball video series, our expert coaches break down fundamental techniques to help players improve agility, footwork, and throwing setup. In this video, IMG Academy Baseball Coach Andy Revell introduces three essential infield drills designed to elevate your defensive performance.
Watch as a student-athlete demonstrates each drill with a focus on proper positioning, clean fielding mechanics, and setting up for strong, accurate throws.
3 Baseball Infield Drills to Build Defensive Skills
- Three Cone Fundamentals: This drill emphasizes pre-pitch preparation, proper fielding position, and efficient footwork when receiving a ground ball. It also trains infielders to transition smoothly into a throw to first base.
- Short Hop Attack: Designed to improve glove work and reaction time, this drill focuses on attacking short hops with proper glove positioning. Players also practice resetting their feet quickly to stay balanced and aligned for an accurate throw.
- Dry Action Cone Drill: This drill develops quick reactions and reinforces proper footwork when fielding ground balls in multiple directions. It helps infielders improve positioning, body control, and overall defensive consistency.
Watch the Video
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