Bunt Defense Drill
Dugout Master ✓ Official Dugout Master drill
Players react to bunts in different locations while practicing responsibilities, communication, coverage, and throws to appropriate bases.
Fielding⏱ 12 min👥 6-14 players
Setup
Set a full infield with a pitcher and catcher. The coach stands in the batter's box and rolls or bunts balls to a chosen spot. Add a runner at first base once the assignments are clean.
Execution
- Coach calls the situation aloud: runner at first, no outs.
- Coach bunts or rolls the ball up the first-base line, up the third-base line, or straight back to the mound.
- The catcher calls the base — "One!" or "Two!" — as the closest fielder attacks the ball.
- Corners charge, the pitcher covers what is not taken, and the middle infielders cover first and second.
- Fielder makes the called throw; reset and change the bunt location and the situation.
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