Youth League Softball Skills and Drills Vol. 1 - Fielding

Featuring Coach Christina Steiner-Wilcoxson

Created bySport Videos

Last updated 12/2018

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What you'll learn

Students will be able to know the fundamentals of fielding.
They will know several of the best drills to practice to achieve fielding success in softball.
Become a better field player by learning the fundamentals
Great for all level players

Course content

1 section • 9 lectures • 57m total length

Introduction1:19
Chris Steiner Wilcox introduces youth league softball fielding fundamentals, guiding infield and outfield drills with tennis and rubber balls to move low, stay in constant motion, and move forward quickly.
Transition Tennis Ball Drill4:15
Cone Drills5:55
Cone drills train staying low and movable while fielding, keeping the glove near the ground, bending knees, and performing quick two-touch forehand and backhand movements.
Diamond Drill7:37
Engage in the diamond drill to develop infielders’ backhand and forehand, movement, and ready position, then square up and throw to bases while staying low and moving quickly.
Forward and Backward Footwork Drill6:59
Develop quick footwork and agility with forwards and backwards drill, pivoting and opening shoulders to receive pops, staying low with the glove, and charging ground balls for infield and outfield.
Outfield Fielding Drills10:48
Develop faster outfield footwork and sprinting technique through the v drill, teaching players to open hips, assume a sprinter position, and sprint back to reach fly balls and ground balls.
The Z Drill11:29
Master the Z drill for youth league softball fielding by moving laterally with quick feet, opening hips, and turning the body to catch and pivot toward the next cone.
The Diving Drill8:13
Master the diving drill to extend your arms like a Superman and reach the ball. Stay low, keep the glove open, and extend through to avoid hand-first dives.
Closing Comments1:13
Practice a variety of drills to improve footwork, stay in shape, and prepare for the softball season for players at any age level, with daily routines to stay prepared.

Requirements

No previous knowledge of softball is necessary. Equipment required includes a softball and glove.

Description

Video Description: This educational video offers essential fielding fundamentals crucial for softball players to achieve competitive success. Coach Christina Steiner-Wilcoxson shares key techniques and a diverse range of unique training tips designed to enhance fielding skills, enabling players to master the fundamentals effectively. The video covers various topics, including the Transition Tennis Ball Drill, Cone Drill, Diamond Drill, Forward and Backward Footwork Drill, Outfield Fielding Drills, The Z Drill, and Diving Drills. Each fundamental skill is presented in a progressive manner to optimize practice time and facilitate player improvement. The techniques and training methods featured in this program have played a pivotal role in nurturing successful players across all levels. The video has a duration of 58 minutes and was released in 2018.

About the Coach: Christina Steiner-Wilcoxson boasts an impressive coaching career spanning over 18 years. Since August 2014, she has been coaching at Alabama State University in Montgomery, Alabama. Prior to her tenure at ASU, Steiner-Wilcoxson served as the head coach at Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM) for six seasons and coached at Reinhardt College in Waleska, Georgia, for three seasons. She also dedicated five years to coaching high school softball in both Alabama and Florida. Christina's exceptional playing skills were showcased during her time at Auburn University, where she was a three-year starter for the Tigers. Notably, she has been appointed as the head coach for the FIU softball program.

Who this course is for:

Softball coaches should take this course. Also, players at the youth level through high school level would benefit from participating in this course.