Softball Catching Drills – Boxing Glove

Purpose: To practice blocking the ball instead of trying to catch, an important skill required for softball catchers.

Procedure: The catcher assumes a squat position. Another catcher or pitcher faces home plate and throws wild pitches that the catcher lets go by. The thrower then covers home to recieve the return throw from the catcher. The drill can also be started by dropping the ball against the backdrop.