All Things Baseball Podcast

All Things Baseball Podcast

Empowering and supporting youth baseball players to build confidence and love of the game. Stay tuned for new episodes every other Friday at 12pm CT / 1pm ET.

  1. 6 FEB

    Big Diamond Defense: Stop Giving Away Free Bases

    Making the jump to the 60/90 field changes everything about how the game is played. In this episode, we discuss key defensive strategies, positioning, communication, the catcher’s role and the pitcher’s responsibilities. We hope you enjoy! TANDEM RELAY INFO: Situation Bases empty. The ball is hit to the left-center field fence. When the outfielder shows numbers, we know this hit is at least a double. Our goal now is simple: Do NOT let the double turn into a triple. Defensive Responsibilities Left Fielder (LF) Fields the ball cleanly off the wall Makes a strong, accurate throw toward the cutoff Shortstop (SS) – Primary Cutoff Goes out to the outfield grass as the main cutoff Gets square to the ball and the target Controls the throw and decides where it goes next Second Baseman (2B) – Tandem / Backup Trails the shortstop by 10–15 feet Backs up the shortstop in case of an errant throw Ready to receive the ball if needed First Baseman (1B) Watches the runner touch first base Trails the runner toward second base Gets in position to receive any throw to second Right Fielder (RF) Moves in to back up throws to second base Pitcher (P) Hustles to back up third base Prevents extra bases on overthrows Coaching Emphasis Everyone has a job—no spectators Hustle and communication matter Good positioning turns doubles into routine doubles This play is about team defense, not arm strength Goal Keep the double from becoming a triple.

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Empowering and supporting youth baseball players to build confidence and love of the game. Stay tuned for new episodes every other Friday at 12pm CT / 1pm ET.