During the throwing segment of training, when receiving the ball from your partner is the time to work on a defensive skill. Receiving, footwork for steals, tag plays, force plays, bunts. All can be worked on when receiving the throw from your partner. At the end of the throwing segment, catchers can work on wild pitches and pop ups with each other. Everyday you throw, you get fundamentals in while receiving the throw.
What to do on training day
Ankle Mobility
Welcome
Do you have as a Catcher or Coach, the PURPOSE or PILLARS for the position.
1- Extension of the Head Coach
2- Lead and Direct the Pitching Staff
3-Motivate and Communicate with Teammates and Umpire
4- Play with Energy and Passion
5- Catch the Ball, Block the Ball, Throw the Ball
Your list can change! But we need reminders of what we want to do to be successful, to help our Pitchers and Team.