Softball Catching Video with Coach Jacquie Joseph
Head Coach, Michigan State University. Coach Joseph gives a detailed account of what it takes to play the catching position. She covers the important characteristics and skills needed to be a successful catcher. Areas covered and demonstrated include throwing mechanics, framing pitches, blocking pitches, picking off runners, and fielding drills covering pop-ups, bunts, wild pitches, double play, and tag coverage. 27 minutes. 2000.

Softball Catching Video with Coach Henry Christowski
Head Coach, Simpson College. NCAA Division III National Champs 1997, 1999 Henry Christowski was once a catcher himself and has successfully coached the position at both the high school and college level. He explains all the basics of this critical position such as the importance of protective equipment, the strength and accuracy in a catcher’s arm, gripping the ball, releasing the ball and the follow through, how to frame the pitch, blocking the pitch in the dirt, catching pop flies, how to handle runners on base, fielding bunts, dropped third strikes, plays at home plate and wild pitches. Finally, he covers other important areas such as the stance behind the plate and which stance to use based on the situation. 40 minutes. 2001.

Softball Catching Video with Coach Rayla Allison
League Director, National Fastpitch Association. Rayla Allison, a former professional softball catcher, offers her expertise in this video that will assist fastpitch catchers everywhere. Coach Allison moves through her instruction in a smooth, easy-to-follow manner and addresses both the physical and mental requirements of the demanding position. Fundamental skills such as stance, throwing, receiving and giving signals are discussed. The viewer also sees a review and demonstration of fundamental defensive plays such as bunts, pop ups, passed balls and tag play. Finally, the video addresses the leadership role catchers must play on every team. It is vital for a catcher to understand the game in general and pitching fundamentals in particular; an overview of both are covered. Coach Allison’s teaching style will benefit everyone from the beginner needing basic guidance to the advanced catcher looking for a pointer or two. 1990. 35 minutes.

Softball Catching Video with Coach Judi Garman
Head Coach, California State University. Fullerton Success as a defensive player depends on the athlete's ability to catch and throw. It's that simple. Starting with the basics of catching and throwing, Judi Garman shares the fundamental principles that have made Cal-State Fullerton a national power in softball. Also included are proper mechanics for fielding short-hops, back-handing, fly balls, diving catches, fielding near a fence, fly balls in the sun and much more. Each technique includes thorough demonstration and is followed-up with several drills to enhance player development. 1990. 39 minutes.