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Baseball

Quick Transfer Double-Play Drill

Speed up the glove-to-hand exchange on double-play feeds

10 min
4 sets of 10 feeds
Advanced

Why this drill

Builds toward speed up the glove-to-hand exchange on double-play feeds.

Instructions

  1. 1Field a rolled ball and bring it directly to the throwing-hand pocket beside the glove, not up to the chest first.
  2. 2Take the ball out with fingers on top, ready to throw, in one motion.
  3. 3Feed a partner covering the bag with an underhand or quick-arm toss depending on distance.
  4. 4Time each rep and push for a faster glove-to-release exchange without rushing the catch.

What to focus on

A short, direct path from glove to release with no extra hand movement.

Recommended reps

4 sets of 10 feeds

Common mistake

Bringing the ball up to the chest or body before transferring, adding wasted time.