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Lesson 4:
Steal, Stop, and Roll: Base-Running Mechanics
In this segment, Coach Steve Healy breaks down the nuances of base-running mechanics, focusing on delayed steals, maintaining momentum, and avoiding pickoffs. He emphasizes the importance of keeping runners calm and deceptive at first base to prevent drawing unnecessary attention. Coach Healy also introduces the "steal and stop" technique, where runners exploit throws to first base or middle infielders to advance. He shares tips on reading defensive angles during bunt plays and highlights the critical role of momentum in base-running success. This lesson is a must-watch for players and coaches looking to refine their base-running IQ and execution.
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Coach Steve Healy’s lecture, "1st-3rd Offensive Strategies," dives deep into the art of creating scoring opportunities when runners are on first and third base. This comprehensive course covers a wide range of tactics, from fundamental plays like the double steal, safety squeeze, and delayed steal to advanced strategies such as the Geronimo play, fake squeeze-and-run, and exploiting defensive w...