10 hits

This is a partner drill geared toward repetition for both the hitter and the digger.

The hitter is working on arm swing and placement. She slaps the ball. Then she snaps her wrist over the ball at the highest point reachable. She catches each dig and begins again. Ultimately, her job is to hit the ball directly at her partner.

The digger is working on being stopped and in the right position to dig before the hitter makes contact with the ball. When her partner slaps the ball, the digger shuffles back, then hops forward just before her partner makes contact. Notice when she lands, she’s leaning forward with her toes pointed slightly inward. This puts her in the best position to move forward if a ball should drop short.

Ready for more of a challenge? Try 8 Ball, where the players must use a little more ball control to keep it going.