A) Covering the hot corner and making plays on hard-hit balls. B) Pitching to the batter. C) Catching pop-ups behind the plate. D) Playing shallow and covering first base.
A) A quick, accurate throw across the diamond to first. B) A looping, high throw to second base. C) A throw to home plate after fielding a bunt. D) An underhand toss to the pitcher.
A) The home plate area. B) The bullpen. C) The area around third base, due to the speed of batted balls. D) The area near the dugout.
A) As close to the batter as possible. B) As far back as possible from the batter. C) Adjust based on the batter's tendencies and the game situation. D) Always in the same spot, regardless of the batter.
A) Using only your glove to field the ball. B) Staying back and letting the ball come to you. C) Getting in front of the ball and using two hands. D) Fielding the ball with your bare hand.
A) A completely upright and relaxed stance. B) A completely flat-footed stance. C) An athletic stance, ready to react quickly. D) A stance with their weight shifted to their heels.
A) Charge the ball aggressively and make a quick throw. B) Play it casually and hope for the best. C) Wait for the ball to come to you. D) Let the shortstop field it.
A) Only when the catcher is throwing to second. B) Only on passed balls. C) Never, it's always the shortstop's job. D) On steal attempts to third base and when forced.
A) Lead with the throwing-side foot. B) Glove-side foot forward, creating a funnel. C) Keep both feet planted. D) Step backwards to give yourself more time.
A) Helps determine what kind of pitch is coming. B) It doesn't affect the third baseman's play. C) Predicting potential bunt or hit-and-run situations. D) Only matters to the pitcher and catcher.
A) A small glove to ensure faster transfer. B) A glove that is large enough to catch hard hit balls. C) A first baseman's mitt. D) A catcher's mitt.
A) Cover home plate B) Cover third base C) Run to the dugout D) Cover first base
A) Use a sidearm throw. B) Stop and compose yourself before throwing. C) Just lob the ball to first. D) Use an overhand throw.
A) Run to the dugout B) Ignore the runner C) Wave your hands in the air D) Yell '3rd' to notify the catcher.
A) Backwards. B) Underhand. C) As long as possible. D) Short and quick.
A) The sun is in your eyes. B) Runner is at first. C) Batter taking a big swing. D) Batter squaring around early.
A) First base. B) Third base. C) The pitcher's mound. D) Home plate.
A) Drop the mitt and make a diving tag. B) Plant your foot, create a clear lane, and then put the mitt down. C) Close your eyes and hope to make the tag. D) Sweep at the runner.
A) Most of the time. B) When the play is obvious. C) When you disagree. D) Never.
A) Ignore it. B) Laugh. C) Provide encouragement. D) Yell at them.
A) Home. B) None. C) First. D) Second.
A) Eat more snacks. B) Read a book. C) Watch TV. D) Practice.
A) Strength. B) Height. C) Speed. D) Reaction time.
A) Stretch. B) Assess the situation. C) Daydream. D) Eat sunflower seeds.
A) Never. B) Always. C) When the ball is clearly yours. D) Whenever you feel like it.
A) Forget about baseball. B) Hide in the dugout. C) Review the inning and prepare for the next. D) Complain about calls.
A) Sign language only. B) Telepathy. C) Ignoring them. D) Using clear, concise language.
A) Staying light on your feet. B) Wearing heavy cleats. C) Standing still. D) Dragging your feet.
A) By thinking about other things. B) By napping in the dugout. C) By being bored. D) By staying engaged and anticipating plays. |