About the Knee Pad and Flat Cone Fielding Combo
The Knee Pad and Flat Cone Fielding Combo puts the two foundations of infield practice in one package: a knee pad for drills on the knees and a set of flat cones that mark every hop a fielder has to handle. Lay the cones out, kneel on the pad and work through the progression from short hop to finish.
The flat cones lie flush to the ground, so balls roll over them cleanly and nobody trips. Each cone is labeled for its station, so players know exactly what they are working on.
Why Train From the Knees
Knee work strips fielding down to the hands. With the legs taken out of the drill, players focus on presenting the glove, receiving the ball softly out in front and making a clean two hand exchange. It is how many professional and college programs start every infield session, and it is the fastest way to build soft hands in young players. The knee pad keeps the knees clean, dry and comfortable, so players can take hundreds of quality reps instead of shifting around on hard ground.
The Flat Cone Progression
- Short hop: pick the ball cleanly right off the bounce.
- Short in between hop: press through the awkward hop with soft hands.
- Long in between hop: read the hop and receive it out front.
- Long hop: let the ball come to you and receive it with rhythm.
- Roller: attack the slow roller and field it on the move.
- Finish: complete the play with footwork and a throw.
Lay the cones out in a line so each one marks a station. Players work down the line, then repeat.
Choose a Bundle
- 1-pack: one knee pad and cone set
- 3-pack: three combos for small groups
- 6-pack: six combos for a full infield group
Building a Practice Routine
A simple routine works best. Start every session with five minutes of knee work to warm up the hands, move to the flat cone progression on the feet, then finish with game speed ground balls and throws. Players who repeat that routine a few times a week build the soft hands and rhythm that show up in games.
Who It Is For
Youth infielders, high school and college programs and private instructors all use these tools, because they make the basics easy to teach and easy to repeat without extra coaches.
Pairs Well With
Add extra pads with the Fielding Mat Knee Pad, a rebounder such as the Large Fielding Rebounder 3x3 for solo reps, and the Infield Training Pancake Glove for two hand work.
Knee Pad and Flat Cone Fielding Combo Specifications
- Includes: knee pad and flat cone set
- Cones: short hop, short in between hop, long in between hop, long hop, roller, finish
- Knee pad: weather proof
- Bundles: 1-pack, 3-pack, 6-pack
Frequently Asked Questions
What do the cones mark?
Each cone marks a hop: short hop, short in between, long in between, long hop, roller and finish.
Will balls bounce off the cones?
No. The cones are flat so balls roll over them.
Which bundle should I choose?
1-pack for a player, 3-pack for small groups, 6-pack for a full infield group.
