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Middle-Infield Double-Play and Polished Actions Circuit

High-rep circuit covering essential middle-infield double-play feeds, turns, and polished footwork actions.

Skill:
double_play, footwork, exchange
Equipment:
Ball only
Duration:
About 12 min
Setting:
Outdoor
Players:
Partner

Coaching notes

From CHIPS Performance. Players work a series of DP feeds, pivots, and quick-exchange actions under controlled conditions to build muscle memory and game-speed decision making.

Objectives

Master DP feeds and turns; improve footwork efficiency; polish middle-infield actions.

Coaching cues

Feed under control; clear the bag; get the ball out clean; stay low and athletic.

Common errors

Rushed feeds; poor footwork into the bag; upright posture; slow exchange.

Steps

  1. 1. Work underhand and power feeds
  2. 2. Practice various pivot turns
  3. 3. Add live feeds from shortstop/second
  4. 4. Include tag and throw variations
  5. 5. Finish with game-speed reps

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