• Move through speed ladder with a two-feet-in, one-foot-out pattern:
–Right foot in, left foot in; right foot out to right side; pause on right foot for one count
–Explosively drive off right foot and step left foot forward into second square, followed by right foot in same square; left foot out to left side; pause on left foot for one count
–Continue pattern for entire length of ladder
• Repeat four times, twice quickly and twice with stick. Use walk back to start for rest

Kawahara: With the hold, we’re working on single-leg stability and balance on the outside, which is so important for hitting and throwing foot work. We’re also making Justin quicker and more explosive off his outside foot by holding and then driving off that foot into the next square. This transfers well for him as a first baseman, since he needs short quick footwork to make outside turns or inside pivots for a throw to second.