Catching
Stick the Pitch
Instructions
• Catcher in full gear in catching position (home plate optional)
• Coach/partner with baseballs 30 feet in front of the catcher
• Coach/partner throws the ball to the catcher varying pitches and locations
• If the pitch is a strike, the catcher holds the glove position they caught the ball in for a second and then throws the ball back, if the pitch is a ball, the catcher immediately throws the ball back
• Catcher throws each ball back to the coach/partner and gets reset
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
- Baseballs (at least 2)
