Baseball Evaluation Form
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1Pitching
Catching Evaluation
P
C
Number
Name
Throwing
Throwing
Catching
Catching
Throws
Velocity
Control
Form
Velocity
Control
Form
R/L
Evaluations
velocity
accuracy
Proficiency
velocity
accuracy
Proficiency
Evaluation Criteria
Pitching Evaluation
Catching Evaluation
The type of evaluation drills used will be determined by the LoweMac
Velocity
Throwing Strength
Baseball Committee and may be modified by the individual League
Coordinator. Generally, player evaluations include infield play
Focus on arm strength and velocity.
Can the catcher consistently reach the bag? On a line? Without a wind-up? Also focus
(grounders and throws), outfield play (fly balls and arm
on the way they throw - catchers needs a strong arm and a quick release.
strength/accuracy), pitching (control and velocity) and hitting (power
Control
Throwing Accuracy
and contact). Other skills may be added at the Baseball Committee's
sole discretion.
Look for consistency in pitching the ball over or around the plate. Emphasis on control
Can the catcher consistently throw to or near to the bag, giving the fielder an
and location - veolcity or arm strength is not critical in this skill evaluation score.
opportunity to catch the ball and make a tag?
DENOTE in the P / C colums if the player is requesting to be evaluated
for Pitching or Catching, or Both
Form
Catching Proficiency
Player will be graded on a 5 to 1 scale with 5 being the highest
grade:
Focus on the "Five Links" - footwork, balance position, power position, rotation, and
Primary focus is on basic catching skills - is the candidate consistently catching the ball
follow-through - essential elements in every pitcher's mechanics.
in the glove? Can the catcher move L or R easily?
5 = player demonstrating exceptional skill or proficiency; an "all star"
4 = player with "starting line-up" skills - very capable relative to age
Next, focus on footwork - quick feet and solid, one motion to set & throw are the keys
and league level competition
to good footwork.
3 = demonstrates good fundamental skills and has potential to play at
Have each pither throw 10-15 pitches - fastballs only. Time permitting, repeat with
target level
each pitcher taking a 2nd turn.
2 = player requires more skill development to succeed at League level
1 = skills are not developed on par with peer group or league
competitons level
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