High school
Catching
All positions
Intermediate
Catcher Throw-Down Accuracy Target Drill
VeloU accuracy work in which the catcher must hit a small yellow target on every throw-down to second base.
- Equipment:
- Ball only
- Duration:
- About 6 min
- Setting:
- Outdoor
- Players:
- Partner
Coaching notes
Focused throw-down practice that turns every rep into a measurable accuracy challenge rather than just a pop-time contest.
Objectives
Improve catcher throw accuracy under the same conditions used for pop-time work.
Coaching cues
Hit the yellow; stay compact; finish through the target.
Steps
- 1. Set yellow target at second
- 2. Receive and throw
- 3. Score hits vs misses
- 4. Adjust footwork if accuracy drops
Source:
VeloU
