cir*cus catch
What Is The Definition Of Circus Catch In Baseball?
1. Circus catch is a term used to describe a outstanding and unbelievable defensive catch in baseball. A defensive player who makes a circus catch usually performs some sort of acrobatic move in order to make the out. The player will do things such as dive for the ball or climb up the outfield wall in order to make the out.
Extreme concentration, athletic ability and sometimes a little luck are needed to make these type of difficult catches. Circus catches are sometimes referred to as web gems and will usually appear on highlight reels.
Example Of How Circus Catch Is Used In Commentary
1. Griffey charges the ball at full speed and lays out to make the circus catch and to prevent the ball from going past him to the outfield wall.
Sport The Term Is Used
1. Baseball
2. Softball