Watched a 16u game this weekend, where the opposing catcher made a mediocre pitcher look like Greg Maddux. To our five LHH, he was getting strikes 2 baseballs outside the plate. Our kids/parents were losing their minds but I say, tip your cap to the kid for a great game and shame on us not to adjust. His arm wasn't flashy (didn't throw anyone out or stop us from running) but he made a big difference in the game with his receiving.
I loved hearing this, and I loved even more that you noticed! It's sad that so few coaches appreciate good receiving. Especially since it becomes so important later on. I wonder how many catchers spend all their time working on their throwing, only to realize a little too late that now suddenly at a higher level they're expected to be good receivers... and it takes time to develop that skill. Uh oh.