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