Live Infield Game

Dugout Master ✓ Official Dugout Master drill

Players simulate live defensive innings with runners and game situations, emphasizing communication and decision-making.

Game-Based⏱ 20 min👥 8-16 players

Setup

Full infield in position with a catcher in gear, plus a group of runners with helmets waiting at the plate. Coach hits from the plate with a bucket beside them. Put a scoreboard or whiteboard up to track outs and runs.

Execution

  1. Coach hits a ball and a runner takes off from the plate as if they had hit it.
  2. Defense plays the ball out live, including all backups and coverages.
  3. An out is recorded or a runner is safe; runners stay on base for the next rep.
  4. Play a full three-out inning, then reset with new runners and a new score.
  5. Defense must record three outs before giving up three runs to win the inning.

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