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Oct 18, 2022 · How a player rounds first base can be the difference between being safe or out on an extra base hit. Learn about the art and science efficiently rounding first base on a base hit...
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- Figure It Out Baseball
Today we look at some of the finer points of base running, including how to properly round first base and when and when not to pick up your third base coach....
- 5 min
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- Antonelli Baseball
Dec 28, 2022 · Knowing how to round first base the right way helps you get more doubles, gives you a better chance of getting an extra base, and helps your team by playing hard.
Sep 29, 2020 · UConn Baseball Coach Jim Penders discusses key coaching points when teaching rounding first base after a base hit in his interactive “Baserunning” session at...
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- World Baseball Coaches' Convention
Drill Instructions. On the coach’s mark, players will begin running to first base. Players should run hard through first base. Emphasize hitting the front part of the base with the front foot because this increases the chances of begin called safe on close plays.
Mar 2, 2019 · Coach Ken Eriksen demonstrates how a runner can round first base and then return to the bag by using her field vision and making a quick decision about whether to return to first base or make a run for second base.
In this basic drill, players learn the technique of rounding first base. Skip the swing portion until players get the hang of the baserunning technique. Then add in the bat and swing.
