Yeah I used to play third base but when ever they hit the ball hard on the ground then I would panick and freeak out and get out of tha way.any ideas on how to calm down and get the ball.and not be afraid of it?

Wear a batting helmet with a face guard. Don't back away from the ball, charge hard so you get the ball before it has a chance to "skip" and play you. Once you feel comfortable with your technique, take the helmet off. 3rd base is a lot like the pitching mound. It's a reaction position when a screamer is hit at you. I was hit in the jaw at 3rd and dodged the hits after that. The helmet helped me regain my confidence. Good Luck!

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Originally Posted by addy

Yeah i used to play third base but when ever they hit the ball hard on the ground then i would panick and freeak out and get outta tha way.any ideas on how to calm down and get the ball.and not be afraid of it??

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Well just keep your glove on the ground and then when it reaches your glove close it and throw it!
Don't be scared of it!