Baseball
Throw-to-Second Progression
Catcher throwing 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 catcher throwing mechanics.
Setup
Partner/target at second, begin dry then controlled throws.
How to perform it
- 1Receive simulated pitch, exchange, gain ground efficiently and throw through target.
Key feel
Quick and clean, not rushed.
Success cue
Repeatable footwork and target line; do not fabricate pop time.
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.