The aim of the drill is to develop basic high ball catching skills.
The Feeders emphasis is to throw a high ball in line with the attacker.
The catcher should focus on Eye Focus, bent elbows, high elbows & tucked in to sides, soft hands, palms facing up.
When confident the catcher can practice jumping into space.
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