Coventry Coaches Corner

Drill Library

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Alligator Catch Drill

Teach two-handed catching using "alligator mouth" visual

๐Ÿ• 10 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 4U-6Ubeginner
catching
Equipment: Softballs, Gloves

Arm Care Cool-Down Routine

Structured arm care routine to prevent injury and promote recovery

๐Ÿ• 10 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 7U-11Ubeginner
warmup
Equipment: Light resistance bands (optional)

Around the World Relay

Team relay race around all bases with throwing and fielding challenges

๐Ÿ• 12 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 5U-8Ubeginner
throwingfieldingbaserunning
Equipment: Baseballs, Bases +1 more
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Balance and Posture Foundation

Establish proper pitching stance and balance throughout motion

๐Ÿ• 10 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 9U-11Ubeginner
pitching
Equipment: Softballs, Pitching Rubber +1 more

Base Path Adventure

Fun game teaching base order and touching each base

๐Ÿ• 12 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 4U-6Ubeginner
baserunning
Equipment: 4 bases

Base Running Sprint Intervals

Conditioning drill using bases for interval sprints

๐Ÿ• 10 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 7U-11Uintermediate
baserunning
Equipment: Bases, Stopwatch

Baseball Conditioning Circuit

Sport-specific conditioning combining agility, power, and endurance

๐Ÿ• 15 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 9U-12Uintermediate
warmup
Equipment: Cones, Agility Ladder +1 more

Baseball Obstacle Course

Fun agility course combining baseball skills with running and coordination

๐Ÿ• 10 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 5U-8Ubeginner
warmupbaserunning
Equipment: Cones, Agility Ladder +2 more

Bat Path Rail Tee

Use a PVC "rail" beside the tee so hitters feel a level, consistent bat path

๐Ÿ• 8 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 4U-6Ubeginner
hitting
Equipment: Batting Tee, Wiffle Balls +1 more
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Big Ball Rolling Relay

Build comfort handling the larger softball through rolling races

๐Ÿ• 8 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 4U-6Ubeginner
fieldingwarmup
Equipment: Softballs (11-inch), Cones

Bucket Brigade

Fun drill for fielding ground balls with proper technique

๐Ÿ• 15 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 5U-8Ubeginner
fielding
Equipment: Softballs, Buckets +1 more

Bucket Brigade Relay

Team relay race where players carry balls in buckets to build teamwork and coordination

๐Ÿ• 8 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 4U-6Ubeginner
warmup
Equipment: Buckets (2-3), Tennis Balls +1 more

Bucket Toss Precision Game

Points for soft tosses into buckets at varied distances to build aiming and feel

๐Ÿ• 6 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 4U-6Ubeginner
throwing
Equipment: Buckets, Tennis Balls or Wiffles +1 more

Bunt Defense Coordination

Full team practices bunt defense with all positions working together

๐Ÿ• 15 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 9U-12Uadvanced
fielding
Equipment: Baseballs, Bases +1 more

Bunting Stations

Practice sacrifice and drag bunt techniques

๐Ÿ• 15 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 9U-12Uintermediate
hittingbaserunning
Equipment: Softballs, Bats

Catcher Blocking Drill

Teach proper technique for blocking balls in dirt

๐Ÿ• 15 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 7U-11Uintermediate
catching
Equipment: Softballs, Catcher gear +1 more

Catcher Pitch Calling & Game Management

Teach catchers to call pitches and manage game

๐Ÿ• 20 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 9U-12Uadvanced
catching
Equipment: Softballs, Catcher gear

Catcher Pop-Ups to 2nd

Practice throwing runners out at second base

๐Ÿ• 15 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 7U-11Uintermediate
catchingthrowing
Equipment: Softballs, Catcher gear +1 more

Catcher Rundown Drill

Catchers practice directing and executing rundowns between bases

๐Ÿ• 12 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 9U-12Uadvanced
catchingthrowing
Equipment: Baseballs, Bases +1 more

Championship Game Simulation

Full game simulation with pressure situations and strategy decisions

๐Ÿ• 30 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 9U-12Uadvanced
hittingfieldingbaserunning
Equipment: Full equipment

Colored Ball Reaction

Train recognition by calling the color or swinging only at a target color on soft toss

๐Ÿ• 10 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 5U-8Ubeginner
hitting
Equipment: Colored Wiffle Balls, Bucket +1 more

Count Leverage BP

Batting practice adjusting approach by count

๐Ÿ• 20 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 9U-12Uadvanced
hitting
Equipment: Softballs, Bats +1 more

Cut & Relay Race

Teams compete on fastest accurate outfield-to-infield relay with alignment and target calls

๐Ÿ• 12 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 9U-12Uintermediate
throwingfielding
Equipment: Baseballs, Throw-Down Bases +1 more

Delayed Steal Recognition

Teach timing a delayed steal by reading the catcher's return and middle infield awareness

๐Ÿ• 8 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 9U-12Uintermediate
baserunning
Equipment: Baseballs, Bases

Double Play Feeds and Turns

Practice all double play combinations

๐Ÿ• 20 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 9U-12Uadvanced
fielding
Equipment: Softballs, Bases

Double Play Pivot Practice

Second basemen and shortstops practice receiving feeds and turning two

๐Ÿ• 15 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 7U-11Uintermediate
fieldingthrowing
Equipment: Baseballs, Bases +1 more

Drop Step Fly Ball Drill

Learn to track and catch fly balls

๐Ÿ• 12 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 5U-8Ubeginner
catchingfielding
Equipment: Softballs

Dynamic Recovery Routine

Comprehensive cool-down with stretching, breathing, and mental recovery

๐Ÿ• 12 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 9U-12Ubeginner
warmup
Equipment: No equipment

First Base Footwork & Scoops

Teach first basemen proper footwork, stretches, and picking short hops

๐Ÿ• 12 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 7U-11Uintermediate
fielding
Equipment: Baseballs, First Base +1 more

First-to-Third Timer

Time aggressive but efficient rounding from 1B to 3B focusing on angles and speed control

๐Ÿ• 10 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 7U-11Ubeginner
baserunning
Equipment: Stopwatch, Cones +1 more

Fly Ball Communication Grid

Two fielders converge in a grid and must call loudly and use priority rules to avoid collisions

๐Ÿ• 12 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 9U-12Uintermediate
fieldingcatching
Equipment: Baseballs, Cones +1 more

Force Play Situations

Teach force out situations through game scenarios

๐Ÿ• 15 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 5U-8Ubeginner
fieldingbaserunning
Equipment: Bases, Softballs

Forehand & Backhand Stations

Two lanes of grounders to train angles, approach, and glove-side/backhand technique

๐Ÿ• 12 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 7U-11Uintermediate
fielding
Equipment: Baseballs, Cones

Four Corners Throwing Circuit

Around-the-horn throws at game pace with target voice and backups moving on every throw

๐Ÿ• 12 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 5U-8Ubeginner
throwingfielding
Equipment: Baseballs, Throw-Down Bases

Freeze Tag Base Running

Fun freeze tag game using bases to practice running and listening to coach signals

๐Ÿ• 10 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 4U-6Ubeginner
baserunningwarmup
Equipment: Bases, Cones

Full Pitch Arsenal

Master fastball, change, drop, curve, and rise

๐Ÿ• 25 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 12U-14Uadvanced
pitching
Equipment: Softballs, Rubber +1 more
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Fun Warmup Circuit

Age-appropriate warmup with stations

๐Ÿ• 8 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 4U-6Ubeginner
warmup
Equipment: Cones
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Hip Drive and Power Generation

Teach explosive hip rotation for velocity increase

๐Ÿ• 12 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 9U-11Uintermediate
pitchingconditioning
Equipment: Softballs, Pitching Rubber +1 more

Home Run Derby

Fun hitting competition where players compete for longest hit and most home runs

๐Ÿ• 15 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 5U-8Ubeginner
hitting
Equipment: Tees or Coach Pitch, Baseballs +1 more

Home to Second Drill

Practice running through first and rounding to second

๐Ÿ• 10 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 5U-8Ubeginner
baserunning
Equipment: Bases

Hot Corner Reaction Drill

Third basemen practice quick reactions on hard-hit balls and bunts

๐Ÿ• 12 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 7U-11Uintermediate
fielding
Equipment: Baseballs, Third Base +1 more

Infield Three B's (Ball, Base, Backup)

Players identify Ball, Base, and Backup responsibilities before each pitch and execute live

๐Ÿ• 10 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 7U-11Ubeginner
fielding
Equipment: Fungo, Baseballs +1 more
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K-Drill for Pitching Motion

Teach proper arm path using the "K" position with body awareness

๐Ÿ• 10 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 6U-8Ubeginner
pitching
Equipment: Softballs, Mirror (optional)

Ladder Agility Throw

Quick footwork patterns into a controlled throw to build coordination and rhythm

๐Ÿ• 8 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 4U-6Ubeginner
warmupthrowing
Equipment: Agility Ladder, Tennis Balls

Lead-Off and First-Step Drill

Practice taking leads and reacting to pitch

๐Ÿ• 12 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 7U-11Uintermediate
baserunning
Equipment: Bases

Live BP Stations

Coach pitch batting practice with multiple stations

๐Ÿ• 20 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 5U-8Ubeginner
hitting
Equipment: Softballs, Bats +1 more

Live Game Situations Scrimmage

Practice strategy through game-like scenarios

๐Ÿ• 30 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 9U-12Uadvanced
fieldinghittingbaserunning
Equipment: Full equipment

Mirror Stance Practice

Players mirror coach's batting stance to learn proper form

๐Ÿ• 10 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 4U-6Ubeginner
hitting
Equipment: Bats

Opposite Field Cone Challenge

Score points by driving balls into opposite-field cone alley to teach inside-out swings

๐Ÿ• 12 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 5U-8Ubeginner
hitting
Equipment: Batting Tee, Baseballs +1 more

Opposite Field Cone Challenge (Adv)

Advanced opposite-field round with narrowed target alley and mixed pitch sequencing

๐Ÿ• 15 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 9U-12Uadvanced
hitting
Equipment: L-Screen, Baseballs +1 more

Outfield Communication Drill

Two outfielders practice calling for fly balls and backing each other up

๐Ÿ• 12 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 5U-8Ubeginner
catchingfielding
Equipment: Baseballs, Cones

Outfield Do-or-Die Drill

Outfielders practice charging balls and making strong accurate throws home

๐Ÿ• 12 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 9U-12Uadvanced
fieldingthrowing
Equipment: Baseballs, Bases +1 more

Outfield Fence Drill

Practice tracking balls near fence and learning to play the wall safely

๐Ÿ• 10 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 7U-11Uintermediate
fieldingcatching
Equipment: Baseballs, Fence

Pickoff Moves & Holding Runners

Develop pickoff moves to keep runners close

๐Ÿ• 15 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 9U-12Uadvanced
pitching
Equipment: Softballs, Bases

Pitcher Balance Line

Deliver along a chalk/tape line to improve balance, posture, and direction to the plate

๐Ÿ• 10 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 7U-11Ubeginner
pitching
Equipment: Chalk or Tape, Plate (optional)

Pitcher Fielding Practice (PFP)

Pitchers practice covering first, fielding bunts, and backing up bases

๐Ÿ• 15 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 9U-12Uadvanced
pitchingfielding
Equipment: Baseballs, Bases

Pitching Mechanics Stations

Break down pitching motion into teachable steps

๐Ÿ• 20 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 7U-11Uintermediate
pitching
Equipment: Softballs, Targets +1 more

Pitching Strategy & Pitch Sequencing

Learn to mix speeds and hit spots

๐Ÿ• 20 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 9U-12Uadvanced
pitching
Equipment: Softballs, Catcher

Power Line Step Drill

Improve command by stepping straight to target and checking stride length/alignment

๐Ÿ• 8 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 7U-11Uintermediate
pitching
Equipment: Pitching Rubber, Plate +1 more

Rapid Fire Catcher Transfers

High-rep glove-to-throw exchanges with footwork to reduce pop time on steals

๐Ÿ• 6 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 7U-11Uintermediate
catchingthrowing
Equipment: Baseballs, Gloves

Reaction Ball Blocks (Catching)

Use a bouncy/irregular ball to force quick blocking reads and proper angles

๐Ÿ• 8 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 7U-11Uintermediate
catching
Equipment: Reaction Ball or Tennis Balls, Catcher Gear

Reading Pitchers for Steals

Teach tells and timing for stealing bases

๐Ÿ• 15 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 9U-12Uadvanced
baserunning
Equipment: Bases

Ready Position Freeze Game

Fun game to teach and reinforce proper defensive stance

๐Ÿ• 8 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 4U-6Ubeginner
fielding
Equipment: No equipment

Relay and Cutoff Drill

Execute proper relay positioning and throws

๐Ÿ• 20 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 9U-12Uadvanced
throwingfielding
Equipment: Softballs, Bases +1 more
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Resistance Band Arm Strengthening

Build arm strength and muscle memory for windmill motion

๐Ÿ• 10 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 9U-11Uintermediate
pitchingconditioning
Equipment: Resistance Bands, Anchor Point

Run Through Race

Practice running through first base without slowing

๐Ÿ• 8 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 4U-6Ubeginner
baserunning
Equipment: Bases or cones

Short Hop Gauntlet

Rapid short-hop reps to build soft hands and correct glove angle under pressure

๐Ÿ• 8 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 7U-11Uintermediate
fielding
Equipment: Baseballs, Gloves

Simulated Inning Live Reads

Coach creates game-like situations and defense must make the best play at speed

๐Ÿ• 15 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 9U-12Uadvanced
fieldingbaserunning
Equipment: Baseballs, Bases +1 more

Skills Challenge Competition

Station-based competition where players compete in different skills

๐Ÿ• 20 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 7U-11Uintermediate
hittingthrowingfielding
Equipment: Various equipment

Slap Defense Positioning

Defensive adjustments against slap hitters

๐Ÿ• 15 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 12U-14Uadvanced
fieldingstrategy
Equipment: Softballs, Cones +1 more

Slap Hitting Basics

Introduction to slap hitting with running start

๐Ÿ• 15 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 6U-8Uintermediate
hittingbaserunning
Equipment: Batting Tee, Softballs +1 more

Slap Hitting: Three Types

Master power slap, soft slap, and drag slap

๐Ÿ• 20 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 9U-11Uadvanced
hitting
Equipment: Softballs, Tee +1 more

Sliding Technique Practice

Teach safe sliding on both sides

๐Ÿ• 15 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 7U-11Ubeginner
baserunning
Equipment: Bases, Slip-n-slide or soft surface
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Soft Toss Progression

Progress from side toss to front toss to prepare for live pitching

๐Ÿ• 15 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 5U-8Ubeginner
hitting
Equipment: Softballs, Bucket +1 more
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Step and Drag Fundamentals

Master the pitching stride: step, drag, and drive

๐Ÿ• 12 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 6U-8Ubeginner
pitching
Equipment: Pitching Mat, Chalk or Tape
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Step and Throw Partners

Partner throwing emphasizing opposite foot step

๐Ÿ• 12 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 4U-6Ubeginner
throwing
Equipment: Softballs (1 per pair)

Strike Zone Target Practice

Develop control throwing to strike zone targets

๐Ÿ• 15 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 7U-11Uintermediate
pitching
Equipment: Softballs, Strike zone frame or tape

Tag-Up and Advance Drill

Practice advancing on fly balls

๐Ÿ• 12 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 9U-12Uintermediate
baserunning
Equipment: Softballs, Bases
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Target Accuracy Drill

Develop pinpoint control with zone targets

๐Ÿ• 15 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 9U-11Uintermediate
pitching
Equipment: Softballs, Target Mat or Zones +1 more

Target Throwing Drill

Throw to specific targets to develop accuracy

๐Ÿ• 12 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 5U-8Ubeginner
throwing
Equipment: Softballs, Cones or targets +1 more

Team Circle Cool-Down

Gentle stretching routine in a circle to end practice positively

๐Ÿ• 5 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 4U-6Ubeginner
warmup
Equipment: No equipment
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Team Stretching Circle

Structured cool-down with stretching and team reflection

๐Ÿ• 8 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 5U-8Ubeginner
warmup
Equipment: No equipment

Tee Ball Station Rotation

Multiple tees for repetition and consistent contact practice

๐Ÿ• 15 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 4U-6Ubeginner
hitting
Equipment: Tees (3-4), Softballs +1 more

Traffic Light Base Running

Coach calls colors; players respond with different running speeds to learn control

๐Ÿ• 8 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 4U-6Ubeginner
baserunning
Equipment: Bases

Triangle Throw Footwork

Three-player triangle throwing with quick exchange and target accuracy

๐Ÿ• 10 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 7U-11Ubeginner
throwingfielding
Equipment: Baseballs, Cones

Triangle Throw Footwork (Short)

Three-player triangle throws with emphasis on moving feet and stepping to the target

๐Ÿ• 8 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 5U-8Ubeginner
throwingfielding
Equipment: Baseballs, Cones

Two-Cone Base Turns

Teach efficient rounding at 1B using two cones to guide the angle and inside-corner touch

๐Ÿ• 8 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 4U-6Ubeginner
baserunning
Equipment: Cones, Throw-Down Base

Two-Strike Approach Drill

Learn to protect plate with two strikes

๐Ÿ• 15 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 7U-11Uintermediate
hitting
Equipment: Softballs, Bats +1 more
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Underhand Toss Accuracy

Teach proper underhand throwing motion with target games

๐Ÿ• 10 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 4U-6Ubeginner
throwing
Equipment: Softballs, Buckets

What's My Play? Game

Develop situational awareness through scenarios

๐Ÿ• 15 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 7U-11Uintermediate
fielding
Equipment: Bases, Cones for runners

Where Do I Go?

Teach defensive coverage based on game situations

๐Ÿ• 12 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 5U-8Ubeginner
fielding
Equipment: Bases, Cones
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Windmill Arm Circles

Foundation for windmill pitching motion with arm circles

๐Ÿ• 12 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 6U-8Ubeginner
pitchingwarmup
Equipment: Softballs, Pitching Mat

Windmill Pitching Progression

Full windmill mechanics with fastball and change-up

๐Ÿ• 20 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 9U-11Uintermediate
pitching
Equipment: Softballs, Pitching Rubber +1 more
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Wrist Snap Wall Drill

Isolate and strengthen wrist snap for proper ball release

๐Ÿ• 8 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 6U-8Ubeginner
pitching
Equipment: Softballs, Wall or Net