Drill

Drills

Softball

Primary and Secondary Lead Drill

Build a consistent primary lead and controlled secondary movement

8 min
6 reps per base
Beginner
Demonstration video coming soon

Instructions

  1. 1Take a legal primary lead in an athletic, balanced position off the bag.
  2. 2Shuffle into a secondary lead as the pitch is released, staying low.
  3. 3React to a live pitch by getting back safely or advancing on contact.
  4. 4Track reps where the runner was caught standing tall or off-balance.

What to focus on

Staying low and balanced through the secondary lead so a quick reaction is possible.

Common mistake

Standing upright during the secondary lead and getting picked off or freezing.