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