FREE PRINTABLE COACH PLAN · 12U · AGES ~11–12
12U Baseball Practice Plan: fundamentals, stations & team games.
Connect fundamentals to game speed and decisions. Mix accuracy, communication, multiple defensive options and smart competition.
READY-TO-RUN SESSION
90-minute 12U practice.
Stations have a purpose, a simple cue and an easy way to scale difficulty. Get every player moving.
Move from easy catch to controlled target throws; no forced distance.
Shuffle, field, exchange and deliver to a visible target.
Infield/outfield calls, force vs. tag decisions and back-up responsibilities.
Tee or safe toss; baserunners react to ground balls and caught fly balls.
Play a coached half-inning with resets after missed decisions.
Recognize good choices; leave with one targeted improvement.
Protective screens, age-appropriate balls, gloves, catcher gear when appropriate, bases, cones, water.
Adult supervision, positive feedback, hydration and spacing between live throwing/hitting areas. Stop practice if someone has pain.
NEXT STEP
Need a different time or skill?
Use the interactive Clipboard to make a 45-, 60-, 90- or 120-minute plan for baseball or softball, with an age and equipment adjustment.
Questions from 12U coaches
How much pitching should a 12U player do during practice?
Do not set one volume for every child. Consider game pitches, all teams, fatigue, league rules and MLB Pitch Smart guidance; prioritize coach supervision and rest.
Can I print this practice plan?
Yes. Use the browser print button, or open the Coach’s Clipboard to customize the sport, duration and skill focus.
How do I adapt this for fastpitch softball?
Use a softball-sized field and ball appropriate for your division, a fastpitch-specific throwing and pitching coach, and your league’s rules. The softball practice guide offers an adapted example.