Drill

Setup

Cones before/after base create broad arc.

Instructions

1. 1Start a few steps before the base and bow out slightly to set up a rounded angle.
2. 2Hit the inside corner of the bag with the correct foot without stutter-stepping.
3. 3Accelerate out of the turn toward the next base in foul or safe ground as appropriate.
4. 4Track turns that drift too wide versus turns that cut the bag too tight and lose speed.

Key feel

An efficient rounded path that hits the bag in stride at full speed.

Success cue

Smoother turn with less braking.

Recommended reps

5 turns per base

Progression

Add decision cue.

Common mistake

Drifting too far outside the bag or slowing to stutter-step into the turn.