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How to be a good shortstop
Contributed by: Frost
  • 1. What is the primary responsibility of a shortstop?
A) Pitching to the batter
B) Covering the area between second and third base
C) Catching pop-ups in foul territory
D) Playing first base
  • 2. Which throwing motion is generally preferred for quick throws?
A) Over the top
B) Backwards
C) Sidearm
D) Underhand
  • 3. What is a 'short hop'?
A) A throw that lands short of the target
B) A ball caught just after it bounces
C) A very high popup
D) A slow roller
  • 4. When covering second base on a steal attempt, where should you position yourself?
A) In front of the base
B) Halfway to first base
C) On the side of the base
D) Behind the base
  • 5. What is the double play pivot?
A) The act of calling for the ball
B) The movement of transferring the ball for a double play
C) Running to first base
D) The stance before throwing
  • 6. What is the most important skill for a shortstop?
A) Height
B) Raw power
C) Slow, deliberate movements
D) Agility and quickness
  • 7. Which base does the shortstop typically cover on a bunt towards third base?
A) Second base
B) Third base
C) Home plate
D) First base
  • 8. What type of glove is preferred for a shortstop?
A) A catcher's mitt
B) A glove with a deep pocket
C) A glove with a shallow pocket
D) A first baseman's mitt
  • 9. How should you position yourself relative to the batter's handedness?
A) On the opposite side of the batter's pull side
B) Directly behind the pitcher
C) Slightly towards the batter's pull side
D) Far away from the batter
  • 10. What is the key to making a good throw across the infield?
A) Closing your eyes
B) Ignoring the first baseman
C) Just throwing the ball as hard as possible
D) Footwork and momentum
  • 11. When is it acceptable to dive for a ball?
A) When it's the only way to make the play
B) When you are bored
C) When the coach yells at you
D) Every time a ball is hit towards you
  • 12. What is the most important attribute in communication?
A) Clarity
B) Speaking quietly
C) Profanity
D) Volume
  • 13. What is a 'force out'?
A) When a runner is forced to advance to the next base
B) When a runner slides hard
C) When a runner is safe
D) When a runner is tagged out
  • 14. What is 'range' in terms of shortstop play?
A) The area you can cover effectively
B) The distance you can throw
C) The amount of time you practice
D) The strength of your arm
  • 15. What should you do after every pitch?
A) Stay in the same position
B) Run to the dugout
C) Lay down
D) Reset your stance
  • 16. What should you communicate to the other infielders?
A) Personal insults
B) Nothing at all
C) What you ate for breakfast
D) Number of outs, runners on base, and potential plays
  • 17. How should you approach a slow roller?
A) Stay back and wait for the hop
B) Charge aggressively
C) Ask someone else to get it
D) Backpedal
  • 18. What is the most common error for a shortstop?
A) Throwing errors
B) Running errors
C) Pitching errors
D) Catching errors
  • 19. How does pitch selection impact your positioning?
A) You take a nap
B) It doesn't matter
C) You start running around the field
D) You adjust based on likely batted ball direction
  • 20. What is important to remember on a double play?
A) Get the lead runner first
B) Argue with the umpire
C) Fall down
D) Try to tag both runners at once
  • 21. When covering second base, which foot is generally on the bag first?
A) Right foot
B) Both feet at the same time
C) Doesn't matter
D) Left foot
  • 22. What is the importance of anticipation?
A) Ignoring the game
B) Predicting the future
C) Hoping the ball doesn't come to you
D) Reacting quickly to batted balls
  • 23. What is the advantage of using a 'quick release'?
A) Increases throwing accuracy
B) It impresses the coach
C) Makes the ball curve more
D) Reduces the time for a runner to reach base
  • 24. What is the best way to improve your fielding skills?
A) Eating unhealthy foods
B) Consistent practice
C) Ignoring practice
D) Watching TV
  • 25. What does it mean to 'attack the ball'?
A) Throwing your glove at the ball
B) Hiding from the ball
C) Ignoring the ball
D) Moving forward aggressively to field the ball
  • 26. What is a good warm-up routine?
A) Sleeping
B) Eating a big meal
C) Stretching and light jogging
D) Playing video games
  • 27. Why is it important to stay low to the ground?
A) To improve your reaction time and fielding range
B) To avoid getting hit by the ball
C) To hide from the coach
D) To look cool
  • 28. What is the benefit of watching professional shortstops?
A) To copy their uniform
B) Learning advanced techniques
C) To waste time
D) To become famous
  • 29. What is the most important personal trait for a shortstop?
A) Mental toughness
B) Being tall
C) Having a large glove
D) Ignoring the game
  • 30. What does good footwork do for a shortstop?
A) Makes the shortstop run away from the ball
B) Helps create momentum toward their target
C) Allows the shortstop to trip over themselves
D) Makes the shortstop look stylish
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