Desirable Characteristics:

Should be tall and agile.
Should have quick hands and feet.
Preferable if left handed making it easier to field bunts and …

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P: Pitcher (Position “number” 1) - While the primary role of a pitcher is to pitch the ball, he must also be able to …

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Be aware and consider the speed of the batter and any base runners. Be aware of how much time you have. Don’t panic! If …

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Glove should be on the ground and glove and opposite hand should form a basket to receive the ball. No ball has ever gone …

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Practice makes perfect. If your baseball position is as a second baseman, get to practice a little early and practice turning the double play …

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When fielding a ground ball, always go to the ball. Don’t back up or wait for it to get to you. If you charge, …

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Each youth baseball infielder (and outfielder) can pretend that each batter is a fungo hitter who is attempting to hit a ground ball to …

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The ready position or proper fielding position before each pitch is as follows:

Body lean slightly forward
Weight on the balls of feet, heels …

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The best way to field a ground ball, especially in the infield, is to stand so that when you get the ball in your …

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Each position player on the baseball field has to know the proper technique for throwing a baseball. This will keep sore arms to a …

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