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Catcher's Throw-Down Drill

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Catchers practice receiving a pitch and making a quick, accurate throw to second base to throw out a stealing runner.

CatchingAdvanced12 min3+ players10U11U12U13U14U

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How to Run This Drill
  1. 1
    Catcher in full gear, in their stance behind the plate.
  2. 2
    Coach or pitcher delivers a pitch.
  3. 3
    Catcher receives, transfers to the throwing hand, and fires to second base.
  4. 4
    Focus on footwork: replace feet (right foot where left foot was) and throw.
  5. 5
    Time each throw. 8-10 reps per round.
Equipment Needed
  • Baseballs
  • Catcher's gear
  • Gloves
  • Bases
  • Stopwatch (optional)
Coaching Tips
  • ●Quick transfer is more important than arm strength at this age.
  • ●Footwork: jab step with the right foot, then throw. Don't stand all the way up.
  • ●Target: 2.2 seconds or less from glove to second base for a competitive throw.