Hits to the outfield

Single to right with runners on 1st and 2nd

The defense protects third and home while keeping the relay lane organized behind a single to right.

P C 1B 2B SS 3B LF CF RF R1 R2 BR Ball

Starting look Starting spots Start with runners on 1st and 2nd, 1 out, and the defense in its ready spots before the single to right field.

Coaching point

Stop the lead runner from scoring and keep the hitter to one base.

  • 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

Sprint behind home plate and stay there until the play ends.

C Catcher

Communicate loudly and set the target at home plate.

1B First Base

Return to first as the safety valve if the throw is cut off.

2B Second Base

Be the main cutoff from right field and line the relay toward home.

SS Shortstop

Trail the main cutoff from right field and protect second if the throw is cut.

3B Third Base

Own the third-base bag and be ready for the first hard throw.

LF Left Field

Back up third base every time the throw could go there.

CF Center Field

Move behind right field as deep support and keep extra bases from happening.

RF Right Field

Field the ball cleanly and make a quick, accurate throw in.