Stop Getting Thrown Out: Mastering Steal Breaks & Visual Cues

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mastering steal breaks

Stealing bases isn't just about speed — it's about awareness, timing, and reading the ball. In our latest video, Coach Duke and Coach Steve break down one of the most overlooked aspects of baserunning: visually finding the ball while stealing.

 

We’ve seen it time and time again — players getting doubled up on a fly ball because they never pick up the ball or misread a defender’s body language. This week’s drill shows exactly how to avoid that, teaching players:

 

đŸŽ„ In the video, you’ll hear:

  • When and how to peek at home plate
  • What to do when the ball is hit behind the runner
  • How to properly read the third base coach on base hits
  • Why timing the third step of your steal matters most

 

These are the small details that win close games. Your team’s next out on the bases might just be avoidable.

 

👇 Watch it now and Go Dominate the Diamond!

 

And don’t forget: the Dominate the Diamond® app has even more tools, drills, and resources to support your players from the bullpen to the big moments. Download it from the app store.

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