BaserunningIntermediateModerate loadMinor tier
Read-the-Dirt Secondary-Lead Drill: Turn Dirt Balls Into Free Bases
Train aggressive, balanced secondary leads timed to the pitcher's release so runners read balls in the dirt and turn blocked pitches, passed balls, and wild pitches into free bases.
⏱ ~20 min📋 Rotate runners every 3-4 reps; pitcher mixes deliberate dirt balls roughly 1 in 3 pitches
What you'll need
- Full catcher's gear
- Bucket of baseballs or softballs
- Bases or throw-down bags
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