Game version
Base-path follow-the-leader: one person leads a movement between the bases and the group copies. Swap the leader each time.
Granny Toss for Height
Toss a light ball up and over your head with two hands to feel the push from your legs.
By Coach Evan Waechtler Youth coach (U11, Cache Valley, Utah) and founder of SSTracker Updated October 30, 2026
Set up
Hold a light ball low between your knees.
Core: As written. Aim for smooth form and compare only with your own last time.
- Ages
- 7 and up
- Time
- 8 min
- Players
- Just you
- Space
- Yard or field
- Bring
- Light ball, open space
- Level · skill
- Beginner · Power
The steps
How it works
- Hold a light ball low between your knees.
- Bend your knees, then jump up and toss it high behind you.
- Turn, find the ball and try to beat your last toss.
- Do 2 sets of 6.
Coaching point
Legs first, arms last.
Safety: Use your body weight or a light ball only. Good form matters more than more reps. Toss it in an open space with nobody behind you.
Make it fun
Play it, don't drill it
Challenge
Pick a level: Less (slower or smaller), Core (as written), More (one extra twist). Aim for smooth form and compare only with your own last time.
Story
You are a base runner exploring the diamond.
My best
Beat your own count
Aim for smooth form and compare only with your own last time. Only your own number counts: today against last time.
Practice makes progress
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