Softball Defensive Play Strategies Flashcard

Front

Which player is typically responsible for being the cutoff on a throw from left field to home plate in softball?

Back

Shortstop

Front

What is the main purpose of a cutoff play in softball?

Back

To relay the ball quickly and accurately to a base

Front

When a bunt is laid down, which infielder is usually responsible for fielding the ball if it is bunted toward third base?

Back

Third baseman

Front

In a force play situation, what must the fielder do to get the runner out?

Back

Step on the base with the ball before the runner arrives.

Front

What does "tagging up" mean in softball?

Back

Returning to your base and waiting until a fly ball is caught before advancing

Front

Which base is a force play always available at when the bases are loaded?

Back

Home plate

Front

If a runner is on first base and a ground ball is hit to the shortstop, what is the most common play?

Back

Throw to second base for a force out

Front

Which infielder typically covers first base on a bunt toward the third base side?

Back

Second baseman

Front

When a fly ball is hit to the outfield with a runner on third base, what should the runner do to score?

Back

Tag up and run home after the catch is made

Front

Which player is most likely to act as the cutoff for a throw from right field to third base? Options: First baseman, Second baseman, Shortstop, Pitcher

Back

Second baseman