BB & SB Basics
How many strikes make an out?
3
What piece of equipment on your hand catches the ball?
Glove
What base do runners go to after a hit?
First base
What is better: hitting the ball hard or swinging as hard as you can?
Hitting the ball hard. Good contact is always best!
What is the name of the position of the player behind home plate?
Catcher
How many bases are on a baseball & softball field?
4
What do batters wear to protect their heads?
Helmet
What do you call it when a runner steals second base?
Stolen base
What is it called when you hit and safely reach first base?
Single
What is the name of the position of the player who stands between second and third base?
Shortstop
What do you call it when a batter hits the ball over the fence?
Home Run
What does a catcher wear on their face?
Mask
What is it called when two runners get out on one play?
Double play
What is the term for hitting a ball out of fair play?
Foul ball
Which two positions in the field typically wear different, bigger gloves than everyone else on defense?
Catcher & 1st base
How many players are on the field for defense at one time?
9
Name one piece of protective gear catchers wear besides a mask.
Chest protector, shin guards, or helmet
Name one of the two types of slides runners use when entering a base.
Head-first or feet-first slide
What is it called when you hit a ball and bounces over the outfield fence?
Ground-rule double
Instead of getting their body in front of the ball, a fielder turns the glove so the back of the hand faces their body for a grounder. What type of fielding is this called?
Backhand
What is the position name of the player who throws to batters?
Pitcher
Which is usually heavier—a baseball/softball bat or a tennis racket?
A bat!!!
If the ball is caught before it hits the ground, what must the runner usually do before advancing?
Tag up
This can be a sacrifice, drag, or squeeze. What is it?
Bunt
How many total outs are in a six inning game if all six full innings are played?
36