Baseball
Center Block Progression
Blocking mechanics
6 min
Begin with 6–10 quality reps or a short controlled set; stop before mechanics degrade. For throwing/pitching, workload and intensity must remain age/level appropriate.
Intermediate
Why this drill
Train blocking mechanics.
Setup
Coach rolls/short-hops controlled balls in front.
How to perform it
- 1Progress from pre-set block to reactive block, keep ball in recoverable area.
Key feel
Get body behind it and deaden the ball.
Success cue
Blocked balls remain near catcher more often.
Recommended reps
Begin with 6–10 quality reps or a short controlled set; stop before mechanics degrade. For throwing/pitching, workload and intensity must remain age/level appropriate.
Progression
rehearsal → constrained rep → variable rep → game-like rep when appropriate.