The term 'catcher behind the plate' refers to a baseball catcher, who is positioned behind home plate and is responsible for receiving pitches from the pitcher and throwing out runners attempting to steal bases. The crossword solutions for this term are 'LAP' and 'BIB', which refer to two pieces of equipment worn by catchers. A LAP is a piece of protective gear that covers the catcher's thighs, while a bib is a piece of protective gear that covers the catcher's chest and shoulders.