 | Pitcher
moves in to backup the
plate. You might have a good view to help your teammates with where to
make throws, but yield to your catcher's loud voice. When you have the
ball after a play at the plate remember it is a live ball and keep you
attention on the remaining runner. |
| Catcher
moves out to protect the plate
(after giving the batter an evil eye). This one definitely smells like
trouble for your team, but with good communication a run can be prevented
and an out can be made. Remember you are the commander of your
infield. Yell "Cut 2!" or "Cut 3!" if you see
that's what should be done. |
| First Base
follows the batter to second.
This can get tricky. You can't interfere with either runner. If
you see that the lead runner will probably be safe at third or may make it
home, you might want to run in front of the batter to take a quick
throw for an out at second. |
| Second Base
runs to be a cutoff to home.
You may be the backup to third and a cutoff to the plate, so line up
for both. If you see or hear the lead runner will score, cutoff the
throw and be ready to fire a strike to get the batter out. If you can
see she will be safe at second, don't throw it. |
| Third Base
covers the bag. In the best
case scenario the ball is thrown to second, but it's likely you'll be involved
in this play. Be ready for anything. Analyze the flight of the
ball and determine your reaction. Listen to your teammates for a
cutoff call, and think for yourself. |
| Short Stop
runs out behind third. Run out as
far as you need to. You can see where your LF is going. Pick your
cutoff spot accordingly. Don't watch the runner; it won't slow her
down. If you get the cutoff, be in a good position to turn and fire it
to where you are told. |
| Left Field
hustles to the ball. A hit
like this is the reason you kept your legs moving between pitches.
Pump them stumps and get to the ball quickly. Don't overrun the ball,
and angle yourself before you put on the brakes. Be sure you're set to
make a strong throw. Your SS is available especially if you are not in
a good set position to make a strong throw. Your CF may be your closest
voice. |
| Center Field
needs to backup LF. Position
yourself to backup a careen off the wall or the corner, and communicate with
your LF. |
| Right Field
backs up a throw to second. Be
prepared to actually cover first if a rundown of the batter between first and
second develops. |
