Patty Gasso loves coaching defense and believes that championships are won with great defensive effort. And, good team defense will lead to a high level of confidence. In this excellent clinic-setting presentation, Coach Gasso takes a detailed look at positioning for all infielders to successfully defend against slap hitters. The player with the most responsibilities in Gasso's system is the second baseman. Key strategies discussed are the Boomer play, bunt coverage and double plays. Gasso includes a number of situational drills that focus on throwing/quick release and accuracy. In addition, Gasso covers some of her favorite team building strategies.

76 minutes. 2008.