Fielding

This is a great drill that can be done in the living room or on the field to establish proper arm slot and motion towards your target. For younger players, the 'on your back' throws can be done with a tennis ball if needed.

LVI and On Your Back Tosses

Drills:
2
Core Drill/Rank:
1
No. of people:
1+
Duration:
10 Reps
Frequency:
3 Rounds
Equipment:
Locations:

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Benefits of the Drill

Extension towards the target

Works on follow through to improve accuracy

Improves location

Establishes a consistent arm slot

Common Miscues

90 degree arm positioning is not maintained throughout the drill

Upper body twists or back tilts backward

No follow through with the extension

On the back tosses; Extension is not out in front making it more difficult to catch the ball after the throw

Identify the Standout

Maintains the 90 degree arm positioning throughout the drill

Demonstrates the correct LVI motion

Extension, follow through

Snapping of the wrist creating more backwards rotation on the ball

On the back tosses; Easily releases the ball directly up and is able to catch the ball consistently