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