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Here we
show the catcher moving to cover an overthrow to 1st. It's not likely that
a throw will be made there, but a rundown
is possible if the runner is not aware of our outfield's ability to make fine
plays at second. So our catcher should be there for that. It's also a
good idea for the catcher to follow the runner to first whenever there are
no runners on and the ball is hit anywhere but the outfield gaps. He would
certainly beat the runner back home if the worst were to happen. By
Position:
 | Pitcher
helps to make sure the
runner doesn't get to second. His job may include backing up an errant
throw, or cutting off an over-zealous runner. It's unlikely the
pitcher would be involved in a rundown. If the ball is hit deep, he
should move instead to back up 3rd. |
 | Catcher
prepares for an overthrow to first,
and can get involved in a rundown, backing up the first base position.
If the ball is hit deep enough to left, the catcher should stay to protect
the plate. |
 | First Base
plays the bag, making sure not to
interfere with the runner. With the catcher covering the bag the 1st
baseman can move in behind a runner for a sneaky out, but that play should only
be used in desperate situations, and even then only against a foolish
runner. Remember to never be that foolish runner yourself. |
 | Second Base covers the bag only if the SS goes
out for a cutoff or is otherwise taken out of the play. |
 | Third Base covers
third in the unlikely event the
runner makes a move for it. |
 | Short Stop makes a quick decision to either
lineup for a cutoff to second, or covers the bag. If you do take a
cutoff, be ready to fire it to 2nd if the runner thinks he's fast enough to
make it. |
 | Left Field should always be ready to
move. Snap up the ball and throw it to your cutoff as quickly as
possible, always remembering to throw it to his glove side. If the
ball is not hit too deeply, you may throw it right to the bag. But be
careful, and know your ability and the speed of the runner. |
 | Center Field should scramble over to help
the LF, even if it looks like an easy play. You never know when he might slip, miss the ball, or have it ricochet off of his
glove. Don't be caught watching your teammate's embarrassment when you
could have helped undo it. |
 | Right Field comes in to back up an
errant throw to second, and be ready to help everyone know where to throw
it.. |
The Team communicates.
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