Baseball Instruction/catching

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as a sophmore catcher in high school i was wondering what is the key to get a solid throw down to second, i have one of the strongest arms in the league but i just cant seem to that velocity down to second can you tell me how?

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The key is two things, quick feet and quick release.These are the two  skills that ca help you be the best catcher in your league.Also if you want some video of a  former big league catcher giving instruction on video come join a paid site that allows you to get training by video.For only $20 a month you can watch training videos of not only catching but also on hitting,pitching and more.this is a month to month site.Youi can cancel at any time.

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Willie Ansley Jr.

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I can answer all questions on baseball instruction from hitting to baserunning,pitching and defense.I can also deal with the mental side of the game. After all baseball is 90% mental.

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I was the Houston Astros #1 pick in 1988.I have been doing private instruction and coaching select baseball in the Houston,Tx. area since 1996.

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I have worked with such players as Carl Crawford(while at Jeff Davis High)first pick in second round of the 2000 MLB draft.Also Vince Blue(Lamarr High) a 10th round selection.John Hale(Lamarr High) committed to Rice Univ.Eric Iland(Lamarr High) a top prospect in the 2007 MLB draft.

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