Drill

Setup

Use controlled full or partial pitches to catcher/net.

Instructions

1. 1Set a stride-length marker and land with the front foot closed at 45 degrees.
2. 2Pitch while holding the glove side firm and stacked over the landing leg.
3. 3Freeze at release and check the front knee has not collapsed forward.

Key feel

Bracing the front side so the hips whip through release.

Success cue

Release occurs from more stable posture with controlled finish.

Recommended reps

4 sets of 6

Progression

Increase game-like effort gradually.

Common mistake

Drifting past the landing leg and losing the brace.