Introductory activity before introducing mits into T-ball. Main skill is to learn how to catch in non-dominant hand, and then transfer to throwing hand.
Get class into partners, one ball in each group. Get partners to stand approx 5m from each other, ensuring partners aren't crossing over other partners.
Aim is to see how many catches and throws they can get without dropping it, using correct technique.
Ensure catches are made in non-dominant hand, replicating a T-ball catch with a mit. The ball is then transferred to throwing arm. When catching infront of face/chest, fingers should be facing up (bend knees to lower body to make catch if needed). If catching chest or below, fingers face down. Make sure other hand is next to catching hand to support for an alligator catch, and then bring ball to chest to secure before throwing.