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ages 11-14 . medium

Catcher Blocking Progression

Moves a catcher through three stages of blocking a ball in the dirt: starting already down, reacting from the stance, and recovering to make a throw.

15 min2-4 kids per groupinfieldlight arm load

Set up

Catcher in full gear about 10 feet from a coach or partner tossing soft balls into the dirt. Progress through each stage before adding distance.

Bring
balls, tennis or soft balls, catcher gear

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