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My son is an 11 year old catcher playing in a AA league. What should i expect from him as a catcher? Should he be able to throw out runners on second? He has been working very hard and practicing 4 times a week. Two with team and two with a coach giving extra insruction on catching.
Joshua,
You should expect proper form and mechanics with receiving the ball, blocking the ball, handling pitchers, and throwing. If he has good form in these areas throwing out runners will be no problem. If he doesn't throw out runners than it is either his quickness or arm strength. I would focus on the quickness of releasing the baseball. Armstrength will come as your son grows the most important right now is that he gets the proper footwork and fundamentals that a good catcher needs.
Thank you,
John Priest
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John Priest
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I can answer all questions regarding baseball fundementals from the little league to the professional level. I have the most knowledge in hitting mechanics and fundamentals and the development of power and batspeed. I can also answer all questions for catchers, pitchers, infielders, and outfielders. I also have experience coaching at the high school and AAU levels. Please no questions about rules and/or rule interpretation. English only please.
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I have played through college, and semi pro baseball. For the past 10 years I have been coaching and providing instruction for all age and ability levels. Numerous clients of mine have gone on to play in college and some are playing in the minor leagues. I have provided coaching and instruction for high schools, training facilities, and the Nokona Baseball Factory.
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Graduated 2009 Associates degree in Science
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