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Mastering Glove Work
Essential Drills for Coaches
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Table of
Contents
01
Introduction to Glove Work
02
Barehanded Kneeling Pick
03
Short Hops Drill
04
Two-Handed Fielding
05
Aussie Drill for Glove Work
06
Integrating Movement
07
Fun Challenges
08
Drill Variations
09
Conclusion
10
Thank You!

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1
Introduction to Glove
Work
Unleash Potential
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Glove work
is a critical
skill
in baseball,
often
overshadowed by footwork and fielding techniques.
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Today, we'll focus on enhancing glove work through fun
and effective drills.
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These drills are designed to improve both technique and
confidence in players.
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Let's dive into five essential glove drills every coach
should know!
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2
B arehanded K neeling
Pick
Fundamental Firs t Step
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Start with the barehanded kneeling pick drill to develop
proper glove action.
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Focus on keeping fingers down while fielding, ensuring
the heel of the hand stays forward.
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This drill
trains players to secure the ball effectively
without relying on a glove.
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Practice with a coach for
immediate feedback and
improvement.
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3
Short Hops Drill
Tracking the Ball
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Next is the short hops drill, enhancing reaction time and
glove positioning.
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Begin kneeling to isolate upper body movements and
refine glove technique.
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Transition to standing after mastering the kneeling phase
for increased challenge.
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This progression ensures players are ready to handle
various grounders.
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4
Two-Handed Fielding
Double the Control
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Introduce two-handed fielding by rolling balls out to
players in a wide stance.
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Emphasizing two hands ensures better control and a
secure catch.
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Progress to using one hand for more advanced fielding
situations.
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Encourages versatility and adapts players to various
fielding scenarios.
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5
Aussie Drill for Glove
Work
Inspiration from the Greats
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The Aussie drill focuses on perfecting glove skills without
leg movements.
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This drill,
inspired by Ozzie Smith, hones hand-eye
coordination.
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Use a small Fungo bat to hit balls directly to fielders for
maximum focus.
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Great for improving response time and glove technique
under pressure.
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6
Integrating Movement
Trans itioning Skills
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After practicing stationary drills, it's essential to integrate
movement into glove work.
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Encourage players to combine footwork with glove drills
for holistic development.
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This helps them adapt skills during dynamic game
situations.
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Practice with movement makes for more game-ready
players.
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7
Fun Challenges
Keep it Engaging
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Incorporate fun challenges and competitions into your
glove drills.
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This increases engagement and motivates players to
improve their skills.
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Use games to focus on glove work so players enjoy their
development.
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Creating a fun learning environment encourages passion
for the game.
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8
Drill Variations
Customize for Growth
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Customizing drills keeps practices fresh and players
engaged.
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Adjust difficulty based on player skill levels and needs.
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Introduce variations to push players beyond their comfort
zones.
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Continuous improvement is key to mastering glove work.
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9
Conclus ion
E levate Your Game
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In summary, mastering glove work is crucial for defensive
success.
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Utilize the drills shared today to enhance skills and
confidence.
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Keep practicing and encourage teamwork among players.
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Together, we can elevate the game of baseball!
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10
Thank You!
Let's Keep Improving!
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Thank you for joining us in exploring glove work drills
today.
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Remember,
practice
and
consistency
lead
to
improvement.
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Download our Dominate The Diamond app for more
resources.
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Let’s make this season the best yet!
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