Beating the ball to the spot allows your lower half to get in position to throw efficiently. Cut the distance if you can and get your hips cleared to throw. Lower half slightly staggered while shoulders remain square to the ball. Efficiency w/out sacrificing ball security is 🔑

I'm 💯% for transferring the ball in the center of my body. I also know that U better have a full tool box of different transfers when it comes to playing SS at the highest level. When trained correctly U can have freedom/confidence to make plays w/out sacrificing ball security.

I see a lot of infielders off balance when going to their right on DP feeds. Foundation is key when making this type of feed. Once the foundation is laid it's easier to make adjustments concerning arm angle and maintaining posture throughout the play. Keep getting better fellas!

**Reading hops** Being able to control your small steps is important when selecting the correct hop. Some amateurs struggle with this causing poor timing, poor alignment and running yourself into tough hops. Good infielders are able to play at different speeds when needed.

Some video from yesterday's infield clinic in San Diego. Great dialog with some great coaches. Always fun talking infield play/finding new ways to help players achieve their dreams. Also, got hang out with some old friends at the AC Underclass games. San Diego never disappoints.

If you have infielders who constantly get stuck or have dead feet. This might help. There is a little piece on rhythm and how to maintain it through the catch. #ShortstopU

This was such a great relay from Alcides Escobar to nab Pete Alonzo at the plate. The 1st throw was so far off line that he couldn't turn glove side. This is such a tough throw when turning away from your throwing arm. He made it look easy and put the ball right on the money.

The ability to get your shin parallel to the ground on a routine play is a staple in playing below the ball. Hip/ankle mobility is a must. INF's with stiffness in the lower half have trouble sinking their hips to stay under the ball. A simple sway drill with a ball and a wall

I'm a big believer in getting the ball out/into your throwing hand as soon as possible. It allows you to find 4 seam grip/also triggers your feet to get moving because your arm is getting up to throw. 14yo, 8th grader here with really good feet/release and learning to get it out.