Set a goal of two seconds or less. I want a catcher that takes charge of the situation and isn't shy about coaching his pitcher. Catchers need to know how to frame pitches. The goal is to move the ball and mitt into the strike zone as fast as possible giving the umpire a good look at the location. Throw downs can be the most frustrating part of the game if they aren't executed well.
Poor execution leads to runs scored and a breakdown in the team's focus.
Pitchers need to hold runners on and catchers need to look runners back to the bag. I'd say if you don't spend a lot of time in practice on throw downs and then allow the players to throw at runners - you're in for trouble. Just as infielders can't take too many grounders in practice. Catchers can't make too many throw downs. This page has been accessed times.