Training
Every Iron Catching program is designed to help catchers train with purpose and compete with confidence. Whether you’re local to Wisconsin or training from across the country, Coach Steve’s system combines expert instruction, pro-level resources, and individualized feedback to help you develop into a complete catcher.
Train Smarter. Develop Every Day.
Two Ways to Train. One Mission.
No matter where you're located or which program you choose, the goal is the same:
Build complete catchers through intentional coaching, daily development, and relentless
consistency.
Online Development
Powered by Backstop Built
Elite catching development from anywhere in the country.
As the Lead Evaluator & Client Success Manager for Backstop Built, I help athletes
receive professional-level coaching without being limited by location.
What You'll Receive
● 🎥 Personalized video evaluations
● 📋 Individualized daily development plans
● 📱 Daily throwing, receiving, blocking, and movement workouts
● 📊 Progress tracking and accountability
● 📞 Weekly communication and coaching support
● 🎓 Recruiting, mindset, leadership, and game strategy education
● 🤝 Access to the Backstop Built national catcher community
Best For
● Athletes outside Wisconsin
● Players wanting year-round development
● Families needing flexibility
● Catchers committed to improving every day
Elite coaching. Anywhere. Every day.
⚾ In-Person Development
Iron Catching
Where catchers are built—not just trained.
Iron Catching is my hands-on coaching experience designed for athletes who want elite
instruction, individualized development, and a community committed to becoming the
best behind the plate.
Every session is intentionally kept to a maximum of three athletes, allowing for
personalized coaching while maintaining a competitive environment.
Every Membership Includes
● Weekly small-group coaching (Max 3 Athletes)
● Individualized daily workout program
● Position-specific catching development
● Throwing, receiving, blocking, and movement instruction
● Athletic performance and durability training
● Mobility and arm-care programming
● Leadership and mindset development
● Recruiting guidance
● Weekly accountability and feedback
🎁 Included With Every Iron Catching Membership
Every athlete who trains with Iron Catching also receives full access to the Backstop Built platform at no additional cost.
Your Membership Also Includes
✅ Daily catching workouts
✅ Full Backstop Built training library
✅ Video drill demonstrations
✅ Backstop Built online community
✅ Educational resources
✅ Progress tracking
✅ Continue training while traveling
✅ Year-round accountability
Your development doesn't stop when practice ends.
The online platform provides structure between sessions so our in-person coaching can
focus on refining your movements, making adjustments, and accelerating your growth.
The BUILD Framework
Every athlete follows the same development system built around seven pillars.
🧠 Mindset
Develop confidence, discipline, resilience, and leadership.
💪 Build
Create an athletic, durable body capable of performing all season.
🧤 Receive
Become an elite receiver with quiet hands and advanced presentation.
️
Block
Master mobility, angles, and confidence in the dirt.
🚀 Throw
Develop efficient footwork, quick transfers, and accurate throws.
⚡ Move
Improve athleticism, mobility, reaction time, and body control.
👑 Lead
Become the heartbeat of your team by leading pitchers, communicating effectively, and
earning trust.
Which Program Fits You?
Backstop Built
Train Anywhere
Fully Online
Personalized Video Evaluations
Flexible Schedule
Daily Programming
National Community
Year-Round Development
Backstop Built
Wisconsin-Based Training
Weekly In-Person Coaching
Live Coaching & Immediate
Feedback
Small Groups (Max 3 Athletes)
Daily Programming Included
Includes Full Backstop Built Access
Hybrid Development Model
My Commitment
Whether you train with me through Backstop Built or Iron Catching, my commitment
remains the same:
To develop catchers who are confident, athletic, intelligent behind the plate, and
prepared to lead both on and off the field.
My goal isn't simply to make you a better catcher.
It's to build complete athletes, stronger leaders, and better young men.
Train with Purpose. Build with Intention. Become the Standard.
