Your fielding has 3 big problems .....
Does this sound like you?
- You aren't moving fluidly
- In game you over think the ground ball coming at you
- You don't understand all facets of the position
This leads to:
-Miss played ground balls.
-Freezing on a ground ball right at you.
-Resulting in coach benching you
I don't want that to happen to you,I want to see you be successful!
Iv'e created courses to help you get ready for high school baseball (or higher)
My goal is to help YOU become a more confident and efficient infielder.
The Course
- This 4 week course consists of 3 weekly lessons & 1 weekly community call
- You will master the fundamentals of a high level infielder
- We will go through weekly drill progressions to help you reach your infield goals
- We will have you fielding ground balls like a professional
Curriculum
- Checking for Understanding
- Checking for Understanding Answer
- Preparing for your throw
- Drill: 2 Ball Drill (0:49)
- Drill: 4 Ball Drill (Top of the triangle) (1:33)
- Drill: Gas pedal drill (0:51)
- Drill: Kneeling drop ball drill (0:21)
- Drill: One handed kneeling drop ball drill (0:20)
- Drill: Tennis Ball Drop & Transfer (0:40)
- What is a forehand ground ball?
- Checking for Understanding
- Checking for Understanding Answer
- Proper Approach to Forehand Ground Ball
- Fielding a Forehand Ground Ball in Front of the Body
- Importance of Keeping Eyes Behind the Ground Ball
- Drill: 2 ball forehand drill (0:41)
- Drill: 4 ball forehand drill (0:46)
- Drill: Kneeling drop ball drill (0:34)
- Drill: Standing drop ball drill (0:51)
- Drill: Forehand tennis ball drop (0:23)
- What is a backhand ground ball?
- Checking for Understanding
- Checking for Understanding Answer
- Approach and Technique for Backhand Ground Ball
- Fielding a Backhand Ground Ball with Proper Footwork
- Presenting Glove Early for Backhand Ground Balls
- Drill: 2 ball backhand drill (0:53)
- Drill: Kneeling Drop Ball Backhand (0:34)
- Backhand ground ball
- Checking for Understanding
- Checking for Understanding Answer
- Approach and Technique for Backhand Ground Ball
- Fielding a Backhand Ground Ball with Proper Footwork
- Presenting Glove Early for Backhand Ground Balls
- Drill: 2 ball backhand drill (0:53)
- Drill: Kneeling Drop Ball Backhand (0:34)
- Drill: 4 ball drill (backhand) (0:50)
- Drill: Gas Pedal Backhand Drill (0:43)
Testimonials
Your instructor
David Diaz is a seasoned professional with over a decade of experience sharpening the defensive skills of athletes across various levels. His journey began on the diamond, where he excelled as a player before transitioning into a coaching role that allowed him to share his deep understanding of the game. David's expertise lies in dissecting the mechanics of fielding, from foundational footwork to the split-second decisions that set elite fielders apart. He has dedicated his career to transforming good players into great ones by emphasizing the importance of mastering the fundamentals that underpin all aspects of solid defensive play.
Through his course, "Mastering the Fundamentals of Fielding," David imparts not just the techniques but also the philosophy of defensive excellence to his students. His passion for fielding is contagious, sparking enthusiasm and dedication in his students as he guides them through drills, strategies, and mental frameworks critical to their development. David firmly believes that the dedication to the craft of fielding is a lifelong pursuit, and his commitment to nurturing that devotion in his students has made his course a nexus for those aspiring to elevate their game to the next level.