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Beginner Catcher Stance Progression

Follow-along beginner stance series covering sign, resting and action positions.

Duration:
About 8 min

Coaching notes

Coach Bougie progressive stance work ideal for young catchers learning proper posture.

Objectives

Teach fundamental catcher stances and transitions.

Coaching cues

Athletic base; quiet upper body; weight on balls of feet; ready to block or throw.

Steps

  1. 1. Sign stance
  2. 2. Resting stance
  3. 3. Action stance
  4. 4. Transitions between them
Source: Catching Made Simple

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