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