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Figure It Out Pitching-Machine Catcher Development

How to use a pitching machine to develop receiving, framing, blocking, and throw-downs in high volume.

Duration:
About 12 min

Coaching notes

Coach demonstrates machine setups and progressions that give catchers consistent, game-speed reps without a live pitcher.

Objectives

Maximize catcher development time with a machine while keeping quality high.

Coaching cues

Quiet body; strong hands; clear the ball fast; feet under the throw.

Common errors

Stabbing; rising; long transfers; poor footwork.

Steps

  1. 1. Machine setup for receiving
  2. 2. Framing and stick work
  3. 3. Blocking progressions
  4. 4. Full throw-downs
Source: Figure It Out Baseball

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