The focus of this drill is on player hand position when catching the ball.

1. Have the player remove his or her glove.

2. Using a volleyball or a soccer ball, and standing about four to six feet in front of the player, gently toss a ball to the player. The toss should be above or below the
players waist.

The player has to say, "Sky High" or "Down Ground",depending on where the ball is when they catch it.

The ball toss should be varied to the player has to react properly.

Gradually add a glove for the player and then begin using a softball.