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How to be a good first baseman
Contributed by: Frost
  • 1. What is the primary responsibility of a first baseman?
A) Calling out plays in the outfield
B) Catching throws to first base
C) Covering second base
D) Pitching to the batter
  • 2. What is the correct footwork for receiving a throw at first base?
A) Standing still
B) Running away from the throw
C) Target step towards the throw
D) Backpedaling
  • 3. What is the proper way to stretch for a throw?
A) Stretch with the throwing arm
B) Keep both feet planted
C) Lead with the glove foot and reach
D) Bend at the waist
  • 4. How should you handle a bad throw to first base?
A) Duck and avoid the ball
B) Yell at the thrower
C) Try to knock it down and recover
D) Assume it's uncatchable
  • 5. What is a common defensive play the first baseman initiates?
A) Umpiring the game
B) Stealing bases
C) Holding runners on base
D) Calling pitches
  • 6. Where do you typically position yourself when a right-handed hitter is at bat?
A) Towards second base
B) Slightly closer to the foul line
C) Directly on the first base bag
D) Behind the pitcher's mound
  • 7. What should you do after catching a foul ball near first base?
A) Run to second base
B) Throw the ball into the stands
C) Hand the ball to the batter
D) Tag first base for the out
  • 8. What is the importance of knowing the count?
A) To know when to go to the bathroom
B) It's irrelevant to the first baseman's play
C) Anticipating the next play and potential steals
D) Only important for the pitcher
  • 9. What is the 'short hop' and how should a first baseman handle it?
A) A very high pitch; let it go
B) A fake throw; ignore it
C) A runner sliding into first; avoid it
D) Ball bounces right before reaching the glove; pick it cleanly
  • 10. What is the appropriate way to apply a tag to a runner?
A) Apply the glove firmly while securing the ball
B) Slap the runner with the bare hand
C) Just touch the runner with the glove
D) Point the glove at the runner
  • 11. When should you come off the base to field a ground ball?
A) Never come off the base
B) When the ground ball is hit directly to you
C) Every time the ball is hit
D) Only if the pitcher tells you to
  • 12. What is the communication strategy with the pitcher?
A) Coordinate pick-off plays and communicate runner tendencies
B) Complain about the pitching
C) Never talk to the pitcher
D) Tell jokes
  • 13. What is your responsibility on a bunt play?
A) Run to third base
B) Charge the bunt and field it cleanly
C) Stay at first base
D) Hide
  • 14. What should you do if you see a runner rounding second base aggressively?
A) Run after them
B) Cheer them on
C) Ignore them
D) Be ready for a throw to first for a potential out.
  • 15. How do you minimize errors at first base?
A) Blame the pitcher
B) Avoid practicing
C) Focus, practice consistently, and maintain good footwork
D) Wear lucky socks
  • 16. What is the backup responsibility of the first baseman?
A) Backing up the third baseman.
B) Covering second base.
C) Covering first on throws from the outfield.
D) Backing up the catcher.
  • 17. Which glove is best for a first baseman?
A) No glove at all
B) A small infielders glove.
C) A larger, specialized first baseman's mitt.
D) An outfielder's glove.
  • 18. What is the proper technique to secure the ball when taking a throw?
A) Kick the ball
B) Use only one hand
C) Use two hands whenever possible
D) Catch it with your chest
  • 19. What is the main disadvantage of playing first base?
A) You have to run a lot
B) You rarely get to steal bases
C) It's the most exciting position
D) It's not a very physical position
  • 20. What does 'holding a runner close' mean?
A) Giving the runner a hug
B) Preventing a runner from taking a large lead off first base
C) Ignoring the runner
D) Letting the runner steal at will
  • 21. What mental skill is vital for a first baseman?
A) Focus and concentration
B) Singing loudly
C) Juggling
D) Telepathy
  • 22. What is a common mistake first basemen make?
A) Yelling at the umpire
B) Taking their eye off the ball during the catch
C) Being too friendly to the opposing team
D) Wearing sunglasses at night
  • 23. What is the responsibility of the first baseman on a passed ball?
A) Chase after the passed ball.
B) Go to the dugout.
C) Run to home plate.
D) Cover first base to receive a throw for a possible out.
  • 24. What is the purpose of a pickoff attempt to first base?
A) To start a fight
B) To catch a runner leading too far off the base
C) To confuse the runner
D) To give the runner a head start
  • 25. What should a first baseman do when the pitcher is fielding a ground ball near the first base line?
A) Field the ball for the pitcher
B) Run to the dugout
C) Watch the game
D) Cover first base
  • 26. When should you yell 'time'?
A) When you disagree with an umpire's call.
B) When you're tired of playing.
C) When you want to start an argument.
D) When you need to adjust your equipment during a break in play.
  • 27. What's the best way to handle a slow roller hit near the first base line?
A) Let the pitcher field it.
B) Hope someone else gets it.
C) Charge aggressively and make a quick throw to the pitcher covering first.
D) Stay on the base and wait for the ball.
  • 28. What is important about knowing the opposing team's hitters?
A) So you can talk to them
B) Knowing their tendencies (pull hitter, opposite field hitter) helps with positioning
C) So you can date them
D) It's not important.
  • 29. Why is communication with the other infielders important?
A) It's not important, everyone should just do what they want.
B) To coordinate who covers which base on various plays.
C) So you can tell jokes.
D) To argue about who is better.
  • 30. Why is physical fitness important for a first baseman?
A) So you can run faster to the snack bar.
B) Allows for quicker reactions, better agility, and injury prevention.
C) It's not, you just stand at first base.
D) So you look good in your uniform.
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