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Alligator Chomps

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A first ground ball drill for little kids. The glove waits flat on the grass like an alligator's bottom jaw, and the bare hand chomps down on the ball. Two hands, every time.

8 min · 2-5 kids per group

ages 4-8parent-runnable

Setup

Kids kneel or crouch in a line facing a parent helper 10 feet away with a pile of soft balls.

Bring: tennis or soft balls, gloves

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Skills

Infield Defense: Ground Ball MechanicsThrowing & Receiving: Receiving & Glove Work