Pitcher should try to put it in the pocket. Over a few good pitches to her palm, her index finger area will become very sore. There is a protective insert/ glove you can buy until she masters it. As for placement of the glove is where the pitch will be placed. Quick tip for a faster ball to...
Interesting this is my 9 year olds first All-Star season (8U) and in our first 2 tournaments she has catched all but 2 innings in a total of 9 games in 2 weekends. The #2 catchers parents approached me after and said it was selfish for us to continue to let my DD keep playing so many consecutive...