Catching
Bite the Ball
Instructions
• Catcher in full gear in catching position (home plate optional)
• Coach/partner with tennis balls 10 feet in front of the catcher
• Coach/partner tells the catcher to drop and block, then bounces a tennis ball into the catcher
• Catcher keeps their chest over the ball and their glove covering the gap between their knees, trying to block the ball making sure to keep their chin down on their chest
• Catcher places each ball off to the side and gets back in catching position to block the next pitch
At a Glance
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Duration 5 minutes
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Players 1-2 players
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Difficulty Beginner
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Age Range 6-18 years
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Equipment Needed
- Catcher’s gear and gloves
- Tennis balls (at least 5)
