CATCHING CLINICS '26
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Catching Clinics – Baseball & Softball

The Catching Clinics provide elite-level, position-specific training for all baseball and softball catchers who are committed to mastering the most demanding position on the field. Led by experienced Coach Zac Morin, these specialized sessions focus on advanced receiving, framing, blocking, throwing mechanics, and catcher-specific conditioning to elevate performance behind the plate.

Program Details:

  • Day & Time: Every Friday at 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM (90-minute sessions)
  • Location: FIELD CD – SportsDome
  • Format: Drop-off and pick-up with recorded attendance for safety and accountability
  • Open to: All baseball and softball catchers (youth and high-school levels) (English & French)

Additional Details:

Clinic Curriculum & Activities:

  • Dynamic Warm-up and full-body activation specific to the catching position
  • Mobility and flexibility work targeting hips, ankles, and thoracic spine
  • Arm Farm – comprehensive arm care and shoulder prehab circuit
  • Throwing Progression with emphasis on quick transfers, footwork, and accuracy
  • 90-Feet Throwing program to develop arm strength and proper long-toss mechanics
  • Proper Stances – primary, secondary, and one-knee variations with detailed coaching
  • Receiving Drills focusing on soft hands, quiet body, and pitch presentation
  • Framing Drills for border-line pitch stealing and umpire relationship techniques
  • Blocking progression and reaction training
  • Catcher-specific Conditioning to build endurance, explosiveness, and durability
  • Recovery protocols including band work, breathing, and post-session mobility

Additional Program Features:

  • Individualized skill assessments and progress tracking conducted by Coach Zac Morin
  • Video analysis available upon request for technique refinement.
  • Small coach-to-player ratios ensuring personalized corrections and feedback.
  • Use of regulation and training equipment (chest protectors, masks, mitts required)
  • Emphasis on injury prevention through proper mechanics and progressive overload
  • Game-transfer drills that simulate high-pressure situations catchers face every inning

This ongoing weekly clinic is designed for dedicated catchers who want consistent, professional instruction to separate themselves as elite receivers and leaders on the field. New participants may join at any time; skill level placement and prorated pricing available.