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