First-to-Third Reads
Dugout Master ✓ Official Dugout Master drill
Players practice reading the ball to the outfield and making aggressive but intelligent decisions when advancing from first to third.
Base Running⏱ 12 min👥 4-16 players
Setup
Runners line up at first base with helmets on. Put a coach in the third-base coaching box and outfielders (or coaches) in the outfield to field the batted ball. Coach hits or throws balls to different outfield spots from the plate.
Execution
- Runner takes a normal lead at first base.
- Coach hits a ball to right, right-center, or left field; the runner reads it off the bat as they break.
- Runner picks up the third-base coach as they approach second and either commits or holds.
- Runner rounds second hard, hits the inside corner of the bag, and either goes or breaks down.
- Coach freezes the play and asks the runner what they saw; run six reps each with varied hits.
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