The Most Underrated Skill for Catchers (And How to Master It)

When it comes to catching, there’s one skill that often flies under the radar, yet it can instantly elevate your game:

Consistently pocketing the baseball.

Most catchers don’t realize just how much this impacts their performance. Miss the pocket, and you’re costing yourself:

• Strikes on borderline pitches

• Clean, quick transfers

• True ball control

Why the Pocket Matters

Hitting the pocket every time leads to:

✅ Faster transfers

✅ Sticking borderline pitches

✅ Building pitcher trust

✅ High-level ball control

Miss it, and you’ll deal with:

❌ Missed transfers

❌ Balls popping out

❌ Weak glove pop (yes — pitchers notice)

The Problem

Many catchers are inconsistent with where the ball lands in their glove; palm, web, thumb side, all over the place. That inconsistency breaks down every part of your game. You need a way to train your muscle memory for perfect pocket catches every single rep.

The Solution: The Net

That’s why I built The Net — a pocket awareness trainer made from KIP leather with a hard mesh net. It forces you to pocket the ball perfectly every time.

Bonus benefits:

✅ Game glove weight & feel

✅ Handles real velocity

✅ Saves your gamer from excess wear

✅ Tested and refined through 6+ prototypes

Why It Works

By training with The Net, you’re building a consistent feel for exactly where the ball should hit and you’ll quickly see the results in-game:

sharper receiving, faster throws, and more confidence behind the plate.

Every rep counts toward your pocket mastery.

Limited supply of The Net is available now.

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Don’t just catch pitches — control them.