How to be a good outfielder
  • 1. What is the primary responsibility of an outfielder?
A) Pitching strikes
B) Catching fly balls
C) Stealing bases
D) Calling plays
  • 2. What is the best first step after the ball is hit?
A) Reading the ball off the bat
B) Covering the base
C) Looking at the coach
D) Running forward immediately
  • 3. When should an outfielder use a drop step?
A) When running to 1st base
B) When the ball is hit to their side
C) When the ball is hit over their head
D) When the ball is hit directly at them
  • 4. What is the proper way to catch a fly ball above your waist?
A) Glove sideways
B) With one hand
C) Glove down, thumbs together
D) Glove up, thumbs together
  • 5. What is the proper way to catch a fly ball below your waist?
A) Glove sideways
B) With one hand
C) Glove up, pinkies together
D) Glove down, pinkies together
  • 6. What should an outfielder do after catching a fly ball?
A) Celebrate
B) Walk slowly
C) Get into a good throwing position
D) Drop the ball
  • 7. What is the priority when throwing the ball back into the infield?
A) Speed
B) Style
C) Maximum power
D) Accuracy
  • 8. What type of throw is typically used to get the ball back into the infield quickly?
A) Behind-the-back throw
B) Crow hop throw
C) Underhand toss
D) Slow pitch
  • 9. What is the purpose of backing up another outfielder?
A) To confuse the runners
B) To get closer to the play
C) To prevent runners from advancing if the ball is misplayed
D) To give the other outfielder a break
  • 10. What weather condition most impacts outfield play?
A) Barometric Pressure
B) Wind
C) Humidity
D) Temperature
  • 11. Why is communication important in the outfield?
A) To confuse the other team
B) To avoid collisions and ensure someone catches the ball
C) To argue
D) To show off
  • 12. What should an outfielder shout when calling for a fly ball?
A) "I got it!"
B) "He's got it!"
C) "Mine!" (unless truly alone)
D) "Look out!"
  • 13. When should an outfielder attempt to dive for a ball?
A) Never
B) Whenever possible
C) When the coach tells them to
D) When they are sure they can catch it
  • 14. What is the ideal number of hands to catch a fly ball with?
A) Two
B) One
C) Zero
D) Three
  • 15. What does it mean to "charge" a ground ball?
A) To aggressively run towards it
B) To throw it hard
C) To ignore it
D) To avoid it
  • 16. What is the 'glove side'?
A) The side of the field where the sun is
B) The side of the field with the most grass
C) The side of the field closest to the dugout
D) The side of your body with your glove
  • 17. What is an outfielder's responsibility on a base hit?
A) Go get a drink
B) Back up the play and prevent extra bases
C) Do nothing
D) Yell at the runner
  • 18. What does it mean to 'play the hitter'?
A) Position yourself based on the hitter's tendencies
B) Ignore the hitter
C) Argue with the hitter
D) Try to distract the hitter
  • 19. How should an outfielder practice reading fly balls?
A) By playing video games
B) By watching baseball on TV
C) By taking fly balls during practice
D) By reading about it
  • 20. What is the role of the center fielder?
A) To cover the most ground and direct the other outfielders
B) To do the least amount of work
C) To argue with the umpire
D) To get all the glory
  • 21. What should an outfielder do before each pitch?
A) Talk to the fans
B) Get into an athletic ready position
C) Relax completely
D) Daydream
  • 22. What is a good strategy to deal with sun interference?
A) Run away from the sun
B) Use your glove or hat to shield your eyes
C) Blame someone else
D) Close your eyes
  • 23. What kind of fitness training is important for outfielders?
A) Eating junk food
B) Sitting and resting
C) Weightlifting only
D) Sprinting and agility drills
  • 24. If a ball is hit right at the outfield wall, what should the outfielder prioritize?
A) Making the catch at all costs
B) Ignoring the ball
C) Showing off
D) Safety
  • 25. When is it acceptable to throw behind a runner?
A) Always
B) Almost never - prioritize leading runners
C) When the coach tells you to
D) When you are angry
  • 26. What piece of equipment, besides a glove, can be crucial for an outfielder?
A) Sunglasses
B) A bat
C) Cleats
D) A baseball
  • 27. What should an outfielder do if they lose sight of the ball in the sun?
A) Give up
B) Pretend they saw it
C) Try to relocate it quickly, listen to teammates
D) Blame the sun
  • 28. What is a 'cut-off'?
A) A type of sandwich
B) Cutting the grass
C) A middle infielder intercepting a throw from the outfield
D) A type of baseball pitch
  • 29. If a runner is on third base with less than two outs, what should the outfielder prioritize on a fly ball?
A) Making a catch, no matter what
B) Making an accurate throw to home plate
C) Throwing to second base
D) Ignoring the runner
  • 30. What is the best way to prevent injury in the outfield?
A) Ignoring pain
B) Drinking soda
C) Not playing at all
D) Proper stretching and warm-up
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