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Block, recover, throw

Catchers

MediumAbout 5 min1–2 + coachCATF004

Block the tennis ball, then pick up a baseball and throw quickly.

Original drill sheet (CATF004)

Set up

Catcher in full gear with four baseballs spread in front. Coach about 12 m away with tennis balls. A partner at a base.

You need: Catcher's gear, tennis balls, baseballs, base

Steps

  1. Coach bounces a tennis ball into the catcher
  2. Drop and block it
  3. Pick up a baseball and throw to the base
  4. Put the ball back, reset

Coaching points

Adjust it

Harder

Coach throws the tennis ball harder.