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) 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 area near the dugout. C) The area around third base, due to the speed of batted balls. D) The bullpen.
A) Always in the same spot, regardless of the batter. B) As far back as possible from the batter. C) As close to the batter as possible. D) Adjust based on the batter's tendencies and the game situation.
A) Fielding the ball with your bare hand. B) Using only your glove to field the ball. C) Getting in front of the ball and using two hands. D) Staying back and letting the ball come to you.
A) An athletic stance, ready to react quickly. B) A stance with their weight shifted to their heels. C) A completely flat-footed stance. D) A completely upright and relaxed stance.
A) Charge the ball aggressively and make a quick throw. B) Play it casually and hope for the best. C) Let the shortstop field it. D) Wait for the ball to come to you.
A) Only when the catcher is throwing to second. B) Never, it's always the shortstop's job. C) On steal attempts to third base and when forced. D) Only on passed balls.
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) 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) Read a book. B) Watch TV. C) Eat more snacks. D) Practice.
A) None. B) Second. C) Home. D) First.
A) Telepathy. B) Sign language only. C) Using clear, concise language. D) Ignoring them.
A) Runner is at first. B) Batter taking a big swing. C) The sun is in your eyes. D) Batter squaring around early.
A) Home plate. B) First base. C) Third base. D) The pitcher's mound.
A) Plant your foot, create a clear lane, and then put the mitt down. B) Close your eyes and hope to make the tag. C) Drop the mitt and make a diving tag. D) Sweep at the runner.
A) Most of the time. B) Never. C) When the play is obvious. D) When you disagree.
A) By being bored. B) By thinking about other things. C) By staying engaged and anticipating plays. D) By napping in the dugout.
A) As long as possible. B) Underhand. C) Backwards. D) Short and quick.
A) Ignore the runner B) Yell '3rd' to notify the catcher. C) Run to the dugout D) Wave your hands in the air
A) Speed. B) Height. C) Reaction time. D) Strength.
A) Stop and compose yourself before throwing. B) Use a sidearm throw. C) Use an overhand throw. D) Just lob the ball to first.
A) Cover home plate B) Run to the dugout C) Cover first base D) Cover third base
A) Never. B) Always. C) When the ball is clearly yours. D) Whenever you feel like it.
A) Assess the situation. B) Stretch. C) Daydream. D) Eat sunflower seeds.
A) Laugh. B) Yell at them. C) Ignore it. D) Provide encouragement.
A) Hide in the dugout. B) Complain about calls. C) Review the inning and prepare for the next. D) Forget about baseball.
A) Wearing heavy cleats. B) Staying light on your feet. C) Dragging your feet. D) Standing still. |