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Outfield Catching-the-Sun Drill

Progression that teaches outfielders how to locate and track fly balls when the sun is in their eyes.

Duration:
About 8 min

Coaching notes

Uses positioning, glove positioning and head movement so players learn to find the ball quickly even under difficult lighting.

Objectives

Build confidence and technique for sun-field plays.

Coaching cues

Use the glove or hand as a visor early; keep the head still once the ball is found; get behind the ball.

Common errors

Panicking; losing the ball completely; turning the wrong way.

Steps

  1. 1. Position so sun is a factor
  2. 2. Soft toss or fungo into the sun
  3. 3. Locate, track, catch
  4. 4. Progress distance and difficulty
Source: Cactus Athletics

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