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Lesson 18:
Multi Ball Receiving (Challenge Proprioception & Adjustments)
It is important to train in controlled, chaotic atmospheres. We want to make training and practice hard, so the game is easy.
A great way to create that "controlled chaos" situation is to flip multiple, size, shape and weight balls to the catcher.
The Multi Ball Receiving Drill forces the catcher to adjust to the many different variables "thrown" their way. After practicing receiving all of the different options, once they have just a baseball flying at them, it should simplify the receiving process.
Notice the catcher practices a round in each of the 3 primary set ups (Traditional, left knee down and right knee down).
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Mitt Magic: Receiving Fundamentals is a complete training program designed to sharpen the most important skill a catcher can master—receiving. The way a catcher receives the ball has more influence on an at-bat, inning, or even an entire game than any other skill, and this program gives you the tools to maximize every pitch. Broken into four key components—stances & set ups, fundamentals, stren...
