Bunt - When a batter holds the baseball bat out and tries to barely tap the ball vs. taking a full swing at the ball. The batter might do this to advance another base runner.
Change up - A slow pitch that is meant to look much faster.
Count - The number of balls and strikes on a batter. For example a 3/2 count means there are three balls and two strikes on the batter.
Double-Play - A defensive baseball play that results in two outs.
Error - A mistake in fielding the baseball by the defense that allows a batter to reach base or a base runner to advance.
Hit and run - A baseball play where the base runner begins to run when the pitch is released. It's the batter's responsibility to hit the baseball into play so the runner will not get out. This gives the base runner a head start.
Relay -When one fielder throws the baseball to another fielder who then throws the baseball to another fielder.
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1. Each team have 9 players on their team.
2. There is a total of 9 innings
3. Each team can only have three outs onece the three outs is used the teams will swap roles
4. A batter scores after striking the ball and completed a circuit around all bases
5. Hitting a Home run is whenthe ball leaves the playing area and an automatic point
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| Positions | Roles | Commonly Given to: |
|---|---|---|
| Pitcher | A key player responsible for precise throws to the catcher. | People with good ball control. |
| Catchers | Players that must catch the ball from the pitcher that also gives hand sign strategies. | Strategic and keen person |
| Basemans | Consist of four people the first, second, third and a shortop that must guard their base | Must be agile and fast thinking |
| Fielders | Consist of three people a left fielder, center fielder and right fielder that must defend their side of the field | anyone. |