Drill

Instructions

1. 1Kneel or stay low 12-15 feet from a partner who throws firm short hops.
2. 2Attack the hop with the glove low and let the wrist give as you catch it.
3. 3Work forehand, backhand, and straight-on hops each set.
4. 4Move to a standing athletic stance for the last set.

What to focus on

Working through the hop instead of waiting on it.

Common mistake

Stiff glove and pulling back from the ball.