09/24/2011 - Accelerated Pitching/Catching Weekend (Commuter) Physically, Niamke showed very good athleticism and body control with his movements. No matter what skill we were working on he looked fluid and smooth. Niamke's receiving was very good. He has soft hands, showed good control when swaying left and right and kept his glove close to his chest when receiving. His transfer to throw was very quick and clean as well and his quick foot work will also help him throw out runners. Two skills that he was able to perform but can continue to get better on are his throwing mechanics and blocking. When throwing he needs to follow through with his chest leaning forward over his left leg. This will help keep his ball from sailing when he is throwing to bases. While working on the mechanics of his follow through the other skill is blocking. Overall he did good job but must continue to work on centering the baseball with his chest and maintaining an athletic blocking position.