CatcherMom
Sometimes we tend to get caught up in velocity etc
Even pop times can be misleading--- I am more concerned how a catcher throws in a game when a runner is trying to steal a base--if between he and his pitcher he is throwing out a good percentage of would be base stealers then he is doing fine
Catchermom
How many pro/college catchers do you see throwing to second from their knees? There's probably a good reason they don't and I'm sure it's not because of a lack of arm strength.
When my son was catching, he could throw from his knees as well as anyone. Two scouts in So Cal told me they wanted to see his footwork and they said it made catchers look lazy.
How many pro/college catchers do you see throwing to second from their knees? There's probably a good reason they don't and I'm sure it's not because of a lack of arm strength.
When my son was catching, he could throw from his knees as well as anyone. Two scouts in So Cal told me they wanted to see his footwork and they said it made catchers look lazy.
WVMTNER: Thanks for the information. Makes perfect sense. We will continue the throw as usual. Thanks for the advice.
Catcher Mom,
The reason I was curious about his MPH is your interest is wondering where he may still be able to improve.
Most showcases that time pop times also have a radar gun on the players as well to record MPH. If you told me that his velocity was under 80MPH then that would be an area of possible improvement to lower his time even more.
If he is already throwing over 80mph then he may be near his max MPH he will be able to achieve and any further improvement will have to come with continued refinement of what is obviously already very fast, efficient mechanics.
And as TRHit said, the proof is results in game situations.
The reason I was curious about his MPH is your interest is wondering where he may still be able to improve.
Most showcases that time pop times also have a radar gun on the players as well to record MPH. If you told me that his velocity was under 80MPH then that would be an area of possible improvement to lower his time even more.
If he is already throwing over 80mph then he may be near his max MPH he will be able to achieve and any further improvement will have to come with continued refinement of what is obviously already very fast, efficient mechanics.
And as TRHit said, the proof is results in game situations.
Thanks Catching coach for the information. So what I need to do now is get his MPH measured. Do I just find someone with a radar gun or do I need someone "official" to measure the MPH. I think we all have something to learn and improve on and I want to make sure that my child has everything available to him to improve and grow as a person and a catcher. HIS dream is to make it as a catcher and he works very hard at trying to achieve his goal. Anything that I can do for him with the help from the experts out there I will be doing. I thank you all and especially catching coach for all the help we receive. You all have a wonderful day!!!
Catcher Mom,
The best way to evaluate this is to have his MPH timed 2 ways. First have him throw like a outfielder, with a good strong crowhop. This is ususlly how most players, any position, can develope the most MPH. Then have him put the ball in his glove, get down into his crouch and then throw like he's throwing to 2nd. Alternate back and forth 3-4 times.
If you are able to do this send me all of the readings and I'll let you know what I see. Basically we want to see no more then a 3 percent drop in MPH from crowhop to crouch velocity. Anymore then that and he is sacrificing some MPH due to something in his mechanics.
Any questions feel free to email me at coachweaver@catchingcamp.com
The best way to evaluate this is to have his MPH timed 2 ways. First have him throw like a outfielder, with a good strong crowhop. This is ususlly how most players, any position, can develope the most MPH. Then have him put the ball in his glove, get down into his crouch and then throw like he's throwing to 2nd. Alternate back and forth 3-4 times.
If you are able to do this send me all of the readings and I'll let you know what I see. Basically we want to see no more then a 3 percent drop in MPH from crowhop to crouch velocity. Anymore then that and he is sacrificing some MPH due to something in his mechanics.
Any questions feel free to email me at coachweaver@catchingcamp.com
Thanks catching coach for the information. We do need a radar gun for what you want us to test correct? Or a stop watch? Can you tell I am new to this process. I tried to track down a radar gun but having a hard time finding one as of yet. Have a wonderful day!!!