Mask Drill

A softball catcher drill.

Purpose: To get the catchers have a flying object coming directly at their face.
Equipment: Catching gear, a wall and softballs
Procedure:

1. Have the catcher stand up against a wall with her chest protector, mask and helmet, with her hands behind her back.
2. The coach stands 1-2 feet in front of the catcher.
3. The coach lightly throws the ball so that it hits the catcher in the mask.
4. This drill should be performed for a prescribed period of time or a designated number of repetitions.

Coaching Points:
# Encourage the catcher not to blink as the all hit her mask.

Article Source: http://www.sportspracticedrills.com

University of South Dakota Women’s Softball: www.usdcoyotes.com/sports/softball/

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