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