The Lateral Blocking Catcher drill is done in full catcher’s equipment including leg guards. The catcher should squat into proper receiving position. Remember, the upper part of the leg needs to be parallel to the ground. The coach or partner is going to stand 10 feet in front of the catcher. The coach will roll […]
Bouncers Catcher Drill
To do the Bouncers Catcher Drill the catcher is going to squat in normal receiving position. Full equipment is not required to complete this drill. The upper thigh should be parallel to the ground to be in proper position. The catcher should position their arms so that they are ready to catch but they should […]
Bucket Pitching Drill
The Bucket Pitching Drill helps players understand what proper hip and shoulder separation feels like. Setup A bucket is needed to perform this drill. A baseball bucket works well for adult players, but a shorter bucket may be needed for youth athletes. The bucket is going to be placed behind the player. The player is […]
Step Back Throw Pitching Drill
The Step Back Throw Pitching Drill is a good drill for learning and practicing driving from the back leg while in motion. Setup The player should get set up. With this drill, the player can pitch towards the wall. Drill Instructions The player is going to take a small hop forward landing on their lead […]
Janitor Throw Pitching Drill
The Janitor Throw Pitching Drill was designed to help clean up the lower half of the body when pitching. The works by constraining the lower body. Setup The player should get setup with the back foot firmly planted on the ground. The player will then take their front foot and turn to point the opposite […]
Reverse Wall Pitching Drill
The Reverse Wall Pitching Drill is a great drill for pitchers who may be separating their hands too early. Setup A wall is needed to perform this drill. The player should get setup about 6 inches away from the wall. Drill Instructions The player is going to make a throw while standing near to the […]