Hits to the outfield

Single to left field with bases empty

The outfield gets the ball back to the infield quickly so the hitter has to stop at first.

Starting look Starting spots Start with bases empty, 1 out, and the defense in its ready spots before the single to left field.

Coaching point

Keep the hitter to one base with a clean pickup and quick throw in.

  • Hits to the outfield
  • Single

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

Back up the throw path once the ball is cleanly in the outfield.

C Catcher

Communicate where the throw should go and keep the plate organized.

1B First Base

Hold first until the hitter is clearly stopped.

2B Second Base

Shortstop is the left-side cutoff man and second base backs up near second behind the throw.

SS Shortstop

Shortstop is the left-side cutoff man and second base backs up near second behind the throw.

3B Third Base

Get to third early if a lead runner could challenge the bag.

LF Left Field

If the ball is yours, attack it cleanly; otherwise stay balanced as the off-side outfielder.

CF Center Field

Center field backs up left field and keeps the hit from turning into extra bases.

RF Right Field

If the ball is yours, attack it cleanly; otherwise stay balanced as the off-side outfielder.