Throw Softball

This drill is for refining how to throw and learning how to catch.
Best suited for 6U or younger.

What you Need

• Glove for each player
• 10″ softball per pair of players
  
  Before you begin:
• Make sure each player has a glove that fits.
• Make sure each player has been taught how to toss the ball.

How to Run The Drill

• Pair players with others of similar skill.
• Have players stand 10 yards apart
• Players catching the ball should be “Softball Ready”
• Once partner is ready, gently throw the ball.
• Continue for about 10 minutes.
  
  What to watch For:
• There will be a lot of missed throws – Thats Okay!
• Focus on having players move their glove to where they think the ball is.
• Focus on being Softball Ready and moving their feet if the ball does not come their direction.
• As they throw, focus on quality over distance or speed. Refine one or two points per drill.
  • Throw over your shoulder
  • Point where you are aiming
  • Keep the front foot down
  • Throw to their torso
  • etc

When to Change

• Pairs that are consistently surpassing the distance, but are not catching the ball may need more room to watch the ball
  • More distance is fine if there throw is looking good.
• Pairs that are consistently catching each others throw may need to try more power or rotate with a different partner.
• Also, play catch with the players to see their throws feel for yourself.