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Coaching third base can be daunting, especially for new coaches. This guide provides key strategies and signals to effectively guide runners and make quick decisions.
Key Coaching Tips
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Stopping Runners: Put your hands up and yell, “On the Bag!” to stop the runner at third.
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Sending Runners Back: Point and yell, “Back! Back! Back!” to direct the runner back to the base.
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Continuing to the Next Base: Round your arm in a circle and yell the base number (e.g., “3! 3! 3!”).
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Directing Slides: Point and direct them away from the tag.
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Rounding the Base: Bring them with you down the baseline. Observe the cutoff, and be ready to stop them.
Communicating effectively with clear signals and vocal cues is essential. Ensure your players understand these signals during practice. Always encourage aggressive baserunning, assuming the runner will take the extra base until you signal them to stop.
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