Catching in baseball requires a solid foundation, starting with the right primary position. Many young catchers struggle by standing too upright with their knees too far forward, limiting their range and causing them to “handcuff” themselves when receiving the ball.
To correct this, let’s focus on establishing a strong, athletic stance that promotes mobility and control.
Key Catching Position Tips
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Widen Your Stance: Increase stability and range of motion.
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Hips Back or Heels Down: Maintain good posture with a big chest.
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Glove Deep: Ready to receive pitches with ease.
By widening your stance and either pushing your hips back or your heels down, you maintain good posture and keep your glove ready. This allows for a greater range of motion, ensuring you’re in a good athletic position to react and move efficiently.
Mastering this athletic primary position will help young catchers improve their receiving skills and overall performance. For more tips on improving your baseball skills, visit BaseballSkillsHub.com.