Main Takeaways:

• Pop-ups hit into foul territory behind the plate can sometimes be tricky to gauge—the spin will often push the ball toward the field.

• This drill will help catchers get used to locating the ball, staying behind it, and making the putout.

• Once you locate the ball, the catcher should have their back toward the field.

• Focus on communication too: “Ball.” Or, “I got it.”

• Coaches: As the catchers start to get the hang of it, increase the height of the pop-up and its location behind the plate.