Softball Products

Ultimate Pitcher Catcher Home Plate

September 19, 2006 on 10:19 pm | In Uncategorized, Catching Equipment, Other Products | No Comments

Cool training aid for pitchers and catchers. Helps gives players a good visual of what coaches are trying to explain.

The ULTIMATE PITCHER’S and CATCHER’S PLATE is a very simple tool to use.

The orange edges are 5″ wide on the top and 7″ wide on the bottom front of the plate and are a visual target for the pitcher to see.

The 5” orange edges and white part of the plate cover 2.5” of a traditional home plate and 2.5” off of a traditional home plate.

The back part of the plate is to help position the catcher.

The catcher is to center his or her body on the point of the white part of the plate giving the pitcher the ultimate target to throw to on either corner of the plate.

This outstanding training tool is also perfect for fastpitch softball pitchers and catchers.

I think this is especially great for younger players who may have difficulty “seeing” the corners of the plate or visualizing where the coach wants them to pitch the ball or set up on the plate (catcher).

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Schutt Catcher’s Comfort Knee Pads

July 29, 2006 on 8:51 pm | In Catching Equipment | No Comments

Make things easier on your catcher’s knees with these pads from Schutt. Available in both adult and youth sizes. Now that I’ve begun catching for my daughter on a regular basis - I understand why catchers love these things. Every catcher I’ve talked to said these types of pads make their job easier. Plus this set isn’t all that costly, priced at just $18.95. Click on the image for more information.

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Rawlings Hockey Style Catchers Mask

July 3, 2006 on 8:44 pm | In Catching Equipment, Rawlings | No Comments

Available in four different colors.
Meets NOCSAE standards.
Color coordinated cages.
Fits 7 1/8″ - 7 3/4″.

Sale Price: $65.99

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Wilson Youth Catcher’s Gear

July 2, 2006 on 2:21 am | In Catching Equipment, Wilson | No Comments

This is a great set of gear I’ve seen many youth (8U) teams use. It’s easy to put on with heavy duty velcro straps that even the younger players can do on their own. This product includes:
*Catcher’s Helmet
*Chest Protector
*Shin Guards
*and an Interactive Catcher’s CD

Sale Price: $77.99

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Softball: Catching Mechanics

June 27, 2006 on 8:00 pm | In Uncategorized, Books, Catching Equipment | No Comments

Catchers play an important role of the field. They are often the leaders on defense. But in order for them to be effective leaders, they must have confidence in their own ability and knowledge. There are so many skills that a catcher can improve on. This video, by Sue Enquist and Kelly Inouye-Perez covers virtually every area of catching skills:
signals
stance
receiving
framing
blocking the plate
throwing
pick-offs
catcher’s responsibilities and more!
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