11U–12U
Catching
All positions
Beginner
Easy Drill to Help Catchers with Throwdowns (Youth Baseball)
Dominate The Diamond simple, high-rep throw-down drill designed specifically for youth catchers to groove footwork and transfer without full-game intensity.
- Skill:
- throw-downs
- Equipment:
- Glove
- Duration:
- About 8 min
- Setting:
- Indoor or outdoor
- Players:
- Partner
Coaching notes
Short, controlled reps that isolate the transfer and footwork sequence so young catchers can feel the proper path to second base before adding velocity.
Objectives
Groove correct throw-down footwork and transfer for younger catchers.
Coaching cues
Quick transfer; short steps; stay closed to the target; finish the throw.
Common errors
Long arm swing; big steps; opening early.
Steps
- 1. Catch and transfer with emphasis on speed and cleanliness.
- 2. Short, quick footwork toward second.
- 3. Throw and reset for high-rep work.
Source:
Dominate The Diamond
