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Author: Doug LaMunyon

New Yankees Skipper Fan of Perry Hill

There has been a lot of talk about the Yankees hiring Aaron Boone as their new manager. We thought it might be a good time to remind everyone about what Boone said about Perry Hill.

I had heard going in, ‘Oh, Perry Hill is a great infield coach. . . .’ And I’m like, how great can an infield coach be? But he really is, man. I just never thought you could teach infield as well as he does. If my son is into baseball when he’s 15 years old, I’m sending him to spend a week with Perry Hill.

That’s a pretty big endorsement of Perry Hill and all of the information you can learn here on Gold Glove Defense.

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December 9, 2017
New Member Content for 1B Applying Tag

Having a first baseman correctly apply a tag on a pick-off play is critical to getting an out call. Our latest Member Content Library post explains how the fielder should position themselves to make a good tag. Included in the post is a video detailing the topic and a PDF download to add to your coaching manual. While tagging a runner that’s leading off is a small topic, we all know that it is the little things that make the big difference.

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December 2, 2017
ABCA Calls from the Clubhouse Features Perry Hill

Miami Marlins Infield Coach Perry Hill is the featured guest on Episode 60 of the Calls from the Clubhouse podcast. The podcast is hosted by Jeremy “Sheets” Sheetinger and produced by the American Baseball Coaches Association.

In this episode, Coach Hill reviews the 6Fs for infield play, the daily routine that his players follow and spends some time elaborating on first base play.

The Calls from the Clubhouse podcast features some of the greatest minds in baseball from all over the game of baseball.

Download the MP3 directly from the ABCA website.

Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes.

November 21, 2017
Perry Hill Named Best Infield Coach In MLB
The MLB Network Awards took some time to recognize the best coaches throughout baseball that are too often overlooked. Their ‘Men Behind The Curtain’ segment honored Perry Hill with the 2017 Infield Coach of the Year award.

While announcing the award Billy Ripken and Harold Reynolds had some very nice things to say about Coach Hill.
- He understands the fundamentals of infield play
- Led baseball with fewest errors
- They execute pick offs really well
- Helps young infielders with a game plan to handle the speed of the game at the Major League level
October 9, 2017
2017 Marlins Lead MLB in Fielding

The Miami Marlins led MLB in fielding during the 2017 regular season. Once again, Perry Hill’s infield coaching pays dividends.

Fielding Percentage
(Putouts + Assists)/(Putouts + Assists + Errors)

The Marlins also led the league giving up the fewest errors of any team.

If you want to know how it’s done, join GoldGloveDefense.com now.

October 8, 2017
Riddle Auditions for Circus Act

Turning a double play with Andrew McCutchen speeding up the line is not easy on a routine ground ball let alone one with a tough hop. JT Riddle provided the solution with what we might term the ‘juggler’s feed’ to Dee Gordon at second base. A coach might need some unusual skills with the fungo bat to practice this at home.

June 13, 2017
Behind Every No Hitter Is Some Great Defense

During a very special no-hit bid for Edinson Volquez, Dee Gordon showed that the infield had his back. Only special players make this kind of diving play. #stopit

June 4, 2017
All hands! Watch this double play turn.

In addition to JT Riddle’s great play, Dee Gordon shows off how to use your hands to turn a quick double play. Notice where his hands are as he waits for the baseball. The ball travels faster in the air so Dee keeps them nice and close to his chest. He also has the throwing hand and glove next to each other for a smooth exchange. Quick hands. Quick turn.

June 3, 2017
Brilliant Backhand

With Martin Prado on the disabled list, Derek Dietrich has had a chance to cover third for the Marlins a lot this year. He has taken this time to show his ability with the glove. This backhand play is not nearly as easy as he makes it look. #stopit

June 2, 2017