Bunt coverage

Bunt up the 1st-base line with runner on 2nd

The defense gets the sure out at first while protecting third if the runner tries to advance.

P C 1B 2B SS 3B LF CF RF R2 BR Ball

Starting look Starting spots Start with a runner on 2nd, 0 outs, and the defense in its ready spots before the bunt to 1st-base line.

Coaching point

Take the easy out at first and keep third base covered.

  • Bunt coverage
  • Bunt

Player jobs

Every defender's assignment

Teach the simple version first, then run the steps again until each player can say the job out loud.

P Pitcher

Read bunt early and get to first under control.

C Catcher

Stay alert for popped bunts and any play that might come home.

1B First Base

Attack the bunt first and trust the pitcher to cover the bag.

2B Second Base

Float toward the line as help if the bunt keeps rolling.

SS Shortstop

Protect second so the middle of the field stays organized.

3B Third Base

Keep third base covered because the lead runner started there.

LF Left Field

Back up third to erase one bad throw.

CF Center Field

Shade toward right-center so the outfield stays balanced.

RF Right Field

Come in on the line to protect against an overthrow near first.