Base Running
List 8 of the possible ways that a batter may reach first base.
Hit, Error, Fielder's Choice, Walk, HBP, Drop Third Strike, Catcher Interference, Umpire Interference, Player Obstruction.
Runner on second base with no outs. There is a right-handed hitter batter at the plate. What should her approach be and why?
Hit to the right side, advance the runner to 3B, better scoring opportunity.
List all of the plays in which an outfielder should stand and watch the ball being thrown around the infield?
None.
What is the name of our conference?
Frontier Conference.
How many teeth does Grundy have?
4.
Runner on second base. What OF key tells you to tag or not to tag and advance to score on a fly ball to the gap?
OF Chest to you= Tag. OF Back to You= 1/2 way and read.
You get the sign to sacrifice bunt- what position do you assume in the batter's box? Why?
Up in the box, use more fair territory.
A fly ball is hit to shallow, left-center field. The shortstop goes back and calls for the ball. Both the left fielder and centerfielder charge in and call for the ball as well. Who should catch the ball? What should the two other fielders do?
CF always has priority. Back off and anticipate a bobble.
What is the name of the award Matt received this month?
The difference maker award.
What word do we say in the face of adversity or when something doesn't go our way?
Good.
Situation: Two outs with a runner at second base. There's a ground ball to a third baseman's backhand side with a speedster at the plate. Should the runner go to third base on "crack of the bat?". Explain your answer.
No, you will score if it goes by, make her throw.
Is it acceptable to swing late or get jammed on a 3-1 fastball? Why or why not?
No, should be waiting for your pitch in your spot.
Bases are loaded with two outs. The batter has a 2-2 count and swings and misses at the next pitch in the dirt. The ball hits the umpire's leg and drops directly by his foot. The catcher does not see the ball immediately and turns toward the backstop. What should the pitcher do? What should the catcher do once she has the ball?
P- point to the ball, C- step on the plate for a force out.
1st and 3rd situation: Where does each position go on play #23? Who is receiving the ball on the hand signal to the head?
1B: Charges, 2B: Covers first, SS: Covers second, 3B: Stays back to cover 3rd, Pitcher: Charges, C: Stays home.
SS is receiving the ball at second base.
What does the pointer, middle, ring, and pinky finger resemble in the hand analogy Tommy made?
Points blame/makes excuses, bad attitude, lack of commitment, don't really know why they're there.
If an average base runner is at first and an above average catcher is behind the plate, what type of pitch should the runner try to steal second base on? What counts might this type of pitch show up?
Change up/offspeed. 1-2, 0-1.
List three thing's should the on-deck battter should be doing while waiting to hit.
Observing the ump's zone, recognizing pitch patterns, and timing each pitch.
Runner on second with two outs. The batter hits a ball toward the hole between shortstop and third base. The shortstop makes a diving stop but realizes that she cannot make the throw to get the batter at first base. What should she do?
See if she can get the runner going to 3B or if she has rounded the bag, get her in a pickle.
What year did VCSU softball most recently advance to the World Series?
2019
What are the 4 ways to bring energy?
1. Body language, 2. Encouraging, 3. High Fives and Positive Touch, 4. Clapping and Yelling.
Runner on first base with one out, a fly ball is hit high and deep towards the right center gap. The runner is not sure whether or not the ball will be caught or if it will fall in, what does she do?
Half way to second, read the body of OF for clues.
Runner on third base with no outs in the 6th inning in a tie ball game. The defense brings the infield in to cut off the run. What type of pitch should the batter look for?
Middle in and up to hit fly ball.
Explain what "no-doubles" means for corner infielders and outfielders.
1B/3B takes away the line, OF is nothing over your head.
If everyone can put themselves in order from youngest to oldest on the team WITHOUT talking, each team will receive 500 points!
Were you successful?
Getting a bad grade on a test is an example of what?
A petty problem.