Baseball Drills
Hitting and Fielding Drills for All Age Groups
Introduction
This book is a practical guide for baseball/ softball coaches and players who want a single reference for skill development. Each chapter organizes drills by skill area and includes descriptions, key teaching points, and video examples.
Use this book as:
- A practice design tool — pick drills based on your focus for the day.
- A reference guide — find specific drills for mechanics or strategy.
- A training progression — follow chapters in order to build complete fundamentals.
Equipment & Safety Notes
Before starting any drill:
- Inspect equipment for safety and wear.
- Make sure throwing and hitting zones are clear.
- Emphasize proper warm-up routines and stretching before drills.
- Encourage hydration and recovery time.
Warm-up Recommendation
Begin each practice with:
- Dynamic warm-up (5–10 minutes) — jog, lunges, arm circles, mobility.
- Throwing progression (10-20 minutes) — short toss to long toss.
- Skill warm-up/ Dailies (5-10 minutes) — short, focused fundamental drill.