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First-Baseman Bunt Defense Footwork and Fielding

Position-specific drill for first basemen on charging bunts, fielding cleanly, and making accurate throws under pressure.

Equipment:
Bat / tee
Duration:
About 10 min
Setting:
Outdoor
Players:
Small group

Coaching notes

First basemen practice charging different bunt locations, fielding with proper footwork, and throwing to the correct base while the rest of the infield covers.

Objectives

Improve first-baseman charge timing, fielding reliability on bunts, and throw selection.

Coaching cues

Charge hard but under control; field out in front; know the throw before the ball arrives; communicate with the pitcher.

Common errors

Late charge; fielding the ball into the body; throwing to the wrong base.

Steps

  1. 1. Set bunt locations with cones or markers
  2. 2. First baseman charges on the bunt
  3. 3. Field and throw to the correct base
  4. 4. Rotate and vary locations
Source: general coaching / verified public video

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