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Pitch Location Grid

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Pitcher works on hitting specific spots in the zone using a target grid or numbered zones, building control and confidence.

PitchingAdvanced15 min2+ players10U11U12U13U14U

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How to Run This Drill
  1. 1
    Set up a strike zone target or hang a tarp with 9 numbered zones (3x3 grid).
  2. 2
    Coach calls out a zone number. Pitcher aims for that spot.
  3. 3
    Score: 3 points for hitting the called zone, 1 point for an adjacent zone, 0 for a miss.
  4. 4
    Each pitcher throws 15 pitches per round.
  5. 5
    Track scores over weeks to measure improvement.
Equipment Needed
  • Baseballs
  • Gloves
  • Strike zone target or net with zones
  • Mound
Coaching Tips
  • ●Control wins games at youth level — this drill is where you build it.
  • ●Start with just high/low, then add inside/outside, then the full grid.
  • ●Make it competitive — pitchers love keeping score.