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Again we try to prevent a run. If we have
no play on the lead runner, our second objective is to get the batter out, or at
least keep her to a double. Remember to throw ahead of the lead
runner. Listen to your teammates. By
Position:
 | Pitcher
backs up 3rd. You may also
be a cutoff to the plate. Listen to your catcher's instruction, and
think for yourself. |
 | Catcher
steps out to command his
infield. You need to be alert to the speed of the runner and the
ability of each of your players. You may want to have your pitcher get
in line for a throw to the plate. Be ready to yell loudly.
Protect the plate. Don't call for the ball if you don't really have a
play. |
 | First Base
stays to the bag. Since this
should end up with runners on first and second, you might just watch this
one. On the other hand, be ready for all of the things that can
go wrong. |
 | Second Base
covers the bag. If the lead
runner is particularly slow, there might be a play. Be ready for the
quick throw if she overruns the base. |
 | Third Base
covers the bag. It should
end up with runners on first and second, but be ready. Even on a routine
throw to second something could go wrong. It's good to have confidence in
your team's ability, but don't be caught with your pride in the air.
Sometimes the biggest mistake is not made by the player making the error,
but by the teammate who fails to cover it up. |
 | Short Stop
is the cutoff. Know the
speed of the players, and be ready to cut to second or third. Often
a batter will stroll into 2nd figuring we will be too worried about the lead
runner. Be sure your RF is in a position to backup a snap throw to
second. It would be a shame if a run scores on this hit. Don't let
the shame be yours. |
 | Left Field
should
always be ready to move. Snap up the ball and throw it in
quickly. |
 | 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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