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INF Dailies Funnels

Daily short-hop funnel series that trains soft hands, proper glove path, and the ability to funnel the ball into the throwing position.

Equipment:
Ball only
Duration:
About 5 min
Setting:
Indoor
Players:
Partner

Coaching notes

Players work continuous short-hop funnels from various angles, emphasizing bringing the ball to the center of the body and immediately preparing the throw.

Objectives

Develop soft hands and the automatic habit of funneling every ground ball into a strong throwing position.

Coaching cues

Soft hands; funnel to the center; get the ball out clean; stay low and athletic.

Common errors

Stabbing; bringing the glove outside the body; upright posture; slow transfer.

Steps

  1. 1. Knees or athletic stance
  2. 2. Partner or coach short hops from front and sides
  3. 3. Funnel every ball to center chest
  4. 4. Immediate transfer and throw or reset
Source: Coach Dan Blewett

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