Drill

Instructions

1. 1Start with feet square, then take a controlled angle to get the glove-side foot ahead of the ball.
2. 2Field the ball out in front with the glove angled down and open.
3. 3Field with a hop or plant that lets the throw follow immediately.
4. 4Note any rep where the ball is played too far to the side or off-balance.

What to focus on

A controlled angle that lets the backhand field cleanly and set up a throw.

Common mistake

Rounding the ball or reaching across the body instead of angling early.