In this session, Coach Brian Femi emphasizes the importance of smart base running to create scoring opportunities, especially for teams that may not have the strongest players. He introduces the “advance, be late” strategy, which ensures baserunners avoid leaving early and being called out by umpires. He also discusses the challenges of dealing with poor outfield arms and how third base coaches should anticipate these situations. A key concept covered is the “change it up” or contact play, where runners on second and third advance immediately on any down-angle hit, regardless of the infield’s positioning. This aggressive approach forces the defense to make plays under pressure, increasing the likelihood of errors and scoring opportunities.
