the proper fielding position (wide base, butt down, hands out in front). The player shuffles to the first cone, at which point he releases the ball, and then follows the throw toward the intended target until he is past the third cone. At camp, this is done on a field with the players throwing to a coach. To improve accuracy, however, it can be done so that the players are throwing toward a net, wall or screen as described in the drills above. Players can make one throw at a time and then go to the, Learning to throw correctly and accurately certainly makes the catching part a lot easier. There are many drills that we have presented in previous editions of Coaches Clipboard that cover proper throwing mechanics - when pitching, playing catch or after fielding a batted ball., Practicing throwing drills helps improve arm strength, accuracy, and throwing mechanics. Mastering the basics of throwing, such as grip, footwork, arm motion, and follow-through, is essential for beginners..