{"product_id":"the-catchers-handbook-9780786479382","title":"The Catcher's Handbook","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Conor Kelley\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: McFarland \u0026amp; Company\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: McFarland \u0026amp; Company\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Baseball - General\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e The position of catcher in baseball requires a broad set of physical and mental skills. This handbook, by a former catcher, offers precise advice on everything one needs to succeed behind the plate at the high school, collegiate and professional levels. Drawing on real-life scenarios, it addresses nearly every situation a catcher could ever encounter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In addition to the mechanics of catching, blocking, picking, throwing, and catching pop-ups, topics include choosing the right gear; developing a relationship with the umpire; how to call a great game; when to call a pick-off; how to get runners out or keep them from advancing; making the tag at the plate; how to carry yourself like a team leader; injury prevention and other issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e With tips and drills designed to improve specific skills, this guide is indispensable for any catcher looking to up his game.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Atlantic Books","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":46488101224599,"sku":"9780786479382","price":1941.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9780786479382.jpg?v=1766336838","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/the-catchers-handbook-9780786479382","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}