It can be tough getting young baseball players to translate practice drills into game situations. This video addresses that challenge by sharing practical strategies for coaches and parents.
Helping Young Players Apply Baseball Drills in Games
One effective way to improve drill application is to ensure players understand the purpose and context of each drill. Teach the skill, demonstrate its application, and then combine it so players see how it translates in a real game scenario.
Key Takeaways and Tips:
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Progressive Skill Introduction: Start with basic skills, then build up to more complex scenarios.
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Contextual Drills: Design drills that mimic game situations, so players understand how to apply their skills.
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Minimize Over-Coaching: Allow players to make mistakes and learn from them, rather than constantly instructing them during drills.
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Involve Players’ Thinking: Engage players by asking them what they are thinking during game-like scenarios to foster better decision-making.
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Coach Placement: Spread coaches out to provide more focused and less overwhelming guidance.
It’s important to recap what was covered during practice and assign them as homework. Players can work on it for two minutes each night, so you don’t have to re-teach the same thing from week to week. This will help them apply what they have learned in practice at home.
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