Additional Information
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Dates: September 19th & 20th, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Location: ProVision Athletics – Surrey, BC
Ages: 10–16
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Day One – Receiving & Setups
Catching stances and setups
Receiving fundamentals
Glove presentation
Body positioning
Game-ready catching movements
Blocking introduction (depending on group size)
Day Two – Blocking & Throwing Fundamentals
Blocking technique and recovery
Footwork efficiency
Transfer and throwing mechanics
Arm action and accuracy
Pop-time development
Game-speed defensive movements
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Todd Coburn has worked with catchers across North America and is known for his detailed, high-energy teaching style that focuses on real game application. Players will receive hands-on instruction in a competitive learning environment designed to build confidence and improve performance behind the plate.
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Former All-Conference Catcher at Butte Junior College.
Former catcher & Division II College World Series participant at Cal Poly SLO.
Two time draft pick by the Houston Astros (Did not sign either year).
Former professional catcher in the Philadelphia Phillies Organization.
Former collegiate Catching Coach & Strength and Conditioning Coach at Cuesta JC, Cal Poly and the College of Southern Idaho.
Former Program Development Coordinator for Velocity Sports Performance (Strength, Speed & Agility Training).
Founder & President of Gamer Baseball & The Catching Guy.
Over 30 years experience coaching catchers.
Master of Science in Kinesiology (Teaching & Coaching Focus)
Author of The View From Behind the Mask, Everything You Need to Know About Catching & More.
Featured Speaker at CatcherCON 2016.
Featured Speaker at the 2018 Be The Best Coaches Convention.
Featured Speaker at the 2018 ABCA Barnstormers USF Coaches Clinic.
Featured Speaker at the 2019 MHSBCA Annual Convention.
Featured Speaker at the 2019 ABCA National Convention.
Assistant Coach for the 2021 Team USA NTIS Silver Medal winning 13U team.
Assistant Coach for the 2022 Team USA NTIS Gold Medal winning 13U team.
Head Coach for the 2023 Team USA NTIS 13U Southwest team.
Over 300,000+ followers over several social media platforms.
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Instagram: @the_catching_guy
Website: The Catching Guy Official Website

