Infield
Outfield
Batting/Base Running
Softball Basics
100

If there is a runner on 1st base and the ball is hit to short stop, who covers 2nd base on a double play?

short stop

100

When the ball is hit to centerfield, which position is the cut off for the outfielder's throw?

second base or short stop

100
What body part do you lead in with when batting
hips
100
What does the acronym RBI stand for?
Runs Batted In
200
Who covers first base to make the out when the first baseman fields the ball?
second baseman
200
This position backs up first base in the event of a shallow over throw
the Right Fielder
200

TRUE OR FALSE: When stealing a base the runner should ALWAYS watch the ball, instead of focusing on the base they are stealing.

FALSE

200

True or False-when base running in softball, the runner CANNOT leave the base until the ball leaves the pitchers hand?

TRUE

300
On the throw back from the catcher, which positions primarily back up the pitcher, if the ball is overthrown?
2nd base and short stop
300
If the left fielder fields a deep hit, which position is her cut off?
Third Base
300
When there is a very FAST pitcher, what can a batter do to allow time for the ball to drop or even slow down in order to hit it.
Move as far back in the batters box without going out of the box
300

For any runner on a base when there is only ONE OUT, when a ball is hit pop fly, what should the runner do?

You should stop return to the base then look to see if the ball dropped then go if forced if not then look for your coach to go.

400
Which infield position has the farthest throwing distance to reach first and make an out?
THIRD base
400

True or False in minor league are you allowed  to sometimes have 4 outfielders

TRUE

400
When a batter swings and misses the 3rd strike and the catcher drops the ball, what should the batter do?
RUN to first, since they are not automatically out.
400
How many players can be on the field in a game?
9
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