Pepper

Classic small-group drill where one hitter chops short grounders to a line of fielders who toss it back. Builds bat control, hand-eye coordination, and quick fielding reflexes.

HittingBeginner10 min4+ players8U9U10U11U12U13U14U

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How to Run This Drill

1
One batter faces 3-4 fielders standing 15-20 feet away.
2
A fielder tosses the ball to the batter, who chokes up and hits a controlled ground ball back to the group.
3
The fielder who fields it tosses it right back to the hitter.
4
Keep a rapid pace — the ball should always be moving.
5
Rotate the batter after 2 minutes.

Equipment Needed

Baseballs
Bat
Gloves

Coaching Tips

●Batter should choke up and use a short, controlled swing — no full hacks.
●Fielders stay on their toes and react quickly.
●Great warm-up drill or station drill during practice.