Keep throwing hand in save place behind leg or back. To stop ball outside or low fingers point down and block between legs. Use equipment to stop ball. Shuffle to side if needed. Practice technique for stopping poor pitches in dirt.
Partner tosses ball to either side for catcher to show proper form.
Technique for throws Be ready when a runnder is on base. Stay on toes with wider stance. Turn before ball is caught to transition ball to hand quickly. Quick throw at pitcher's head. Ball is not brought back like regular thrower rather above head and throw quickly.