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