FieldingIntermediateModerate loadMinor tier
Catcher Lateral Block Drill: Angle and Smother Balls to the Side
Train catchers to move side-to-side, beat the ball to the spot, and angle the body at 45 degrees so balls to the left and right deflect back toward the plate instead of toward the dugout.
⏱ ~12 min📋 3 rounds of 10-12 blocks (alternating left/right), rest between rounds
What you'll need
- Catcher's gear (mask, chest protector, shin guards, mitt)
- Soft training balls (Incrediball / RIF safety balls)
- Cones to mark the blocking lane and deflection target
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