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Desirable Characteristics:

Should be tall and agile.
Should have quick hands and feet.
Preferable if left handed making it easier to field bunts and throw to third base.
Should be able to hit with some power.

Fielding Tips For Playing First Base

You must ALWAYS play close enough to the base to be able to take the [...]

P: Pitcher (Position “number” 1) - While the primary role of a pitcher is to pitch the ball, he must also be able to field his position. This consists of fielding ground balls and bunts up the middle of the diamond, and covering any base if necessary. Good throwing speed is helpful, but not as [...]

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