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Catcher Pop-Ups to 2nd

Practice throwing runners out at second base

Catcher Pop-Ups to 2nd

๐Ÿ• 15 min๐Ÿ‘ฅ 7U-11Uintermediate

Description

Practice throwing runners out at second base

Skill Focus

catchingthrowing

Equipment Needed

  • โœ“Softballs
  • โœ“Catcher gear
  • โœ“Bases

Setup Instructions

Setup

  • Catcher receives pitch
  • Runner at first (or coach times)
  • Throw to second base

Focus:

  1. Quick transfer
  2. Step and throw
  3. Accuracy over speed
  4. Target: shortstop side of bag

Coaching Cues

Coaching Cues

  • "Catch and exchange in one motion"
  • "Throw from where you catch it"
  • "Step toward second"
  • "Throw strikes to the bag"