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2.  Learn about all 9 positions on a baseball field  Learn position numbering, and assigned duties  Get a simplified look at the game of baseball for someone who may not understand it  Students will hopefully pass the quiz when they are ready to take it with an accuracy of 80%

3.  I am targeting students in their first physical education class to assist them in learning about baseball

4.  The intended learning environment for this is a computer lab which students in the class can access this and interactively take the quiz while learning at their own pace

6. Left Field Resources Center Field Third Base Catcher Video Links Right Field Shortstop First Base Quiz SecondSecond BaseBase Pitcher Main Menu

7.  The pitchers designated position number in the lineup is number 1.  Pitchers are responsible for throwing the pitch to the batter.  Their fielding responsibilities are different depending on where the ball is hit and how many runners are on base. picture from picturesdepot.com

8. Where ball is hitWhere pitcher should be Ball hit to OFBacking up 3 rd base, or home Ball hit to 1 st basemanCover 1 st base for the 1 st basemen to throw you the ball BuntField bunt along with 1 st basemen Bunt to 1 st basemenCover 1 st base Infield pop flyLet position players catch if possible Pitch thrown passed catcher Cover home plate in case runner comes home

9.  Responsibilities are massive for a catcher  Be the leader of the team  Be Vocal  Have a strong arm  Be mentally tough

11.  First basemen are assigned the number 3 in the scorebook.  They are responsible for fielding balls in their area, as well as bunts.  When there is a runner on first base, the first basemen must stand right next to the bag in case the pitcher throws over to try and pick the runner off.  First basemen must be the cut-off man for right fielders and center fielders when a runner is going home, and the ball is in the outfield.

12.  The assigned position number for 2 nd basemen is 4.  The second basemen has different responsibilities in different situations  With a runner on, and a ball hit to the left side, they must cover second base.  Balls hit to right field, or right center they are the cutoff man *excludes when there is a play at home.  If a runner is stealing, with a right handed batter, they cover second to get the throw from the catcher, with a left handed batter, they back up the shortstop who covers second to get the throw from the catcher.  With a runner on first or runners on first and second, the objective is to turn a double play (get the out at second and then throw to 1 st base)

13.  How to turn a double play

14.  The designated position number for third basemen is number 5.  Third basemen have a big responsibility playing in what is known as “the hot corner”.  They are the first to cover bunts.  On a play at third, they line up where the throw is going.

15.  The shortstop has the assigned position number of 6.  The shortstop is often considered the leader of the field, and a lot of times is the teams best player.  Shortstops jobs are to….  Be leader of infield  Field balls in their area  Turn double plays  Be the cut-off for many outfield plays  Cover second base on a steal

16.  Now let us review and see what you have learned so far! START PRACTICE QUIZ!!

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19. A. 3 3 B. 8 8 C. 4 4 D. 5 5

20. A. The second basemen The second basemen B. The pitcher The pitcher C. The right fielder The right fielder D. The catcher The catcher

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23. A. Right field Right field B. Catcher Catcher C. Shortstop Shortstop D. Second basemen Second basemen

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26.  The assigned position number for left fielders is 7.  Typically the left fielder is your best fielder in the outfield, but has the weakest arm.  They are responsible for catching fly balls, and hitting the cut-off man on any relays.  It is very important that they have an accurate arm so that they can minimize the amount of people that score

28.  The assigned position number for center field is 8.  The center fielder is usually the best athlete in the outfield, and is the leader of the outfield.  He has to cove half way on each side of him, and his middle ground.  Responsible for catching fly balls, and fielding balls in his area.  Must be able to hit the cut-off man with an accurate throw.

29.  The assigned number for the right fielder is 9  The right fielder typically has the strongest arm of all the outfielders.  He is asked to throw the farthest on balls hit to the outfield because he is the farthest away from third base.  Must be able to read and catch fly balls  Have an accurate and strong arm  Covers everywhere from the foul pole, to right/center field

30.  Now that you have learned a little bit about the positions on a baseball field, it is time to test your knowledge with this ten question quiz!! BEGIN QUIZ!!

31. A. 9 9 B. 8 8 C. 10 10 D. 7 7

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34. A. Catcher Catcher B. First Base First Base C. Third Base Third Base D. Pitcher Pitcher

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37. A. Left Field Left Field B. Center Field Center Field C. Right Field Right Field

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46. A. Even and to the left of the base Even and to the left of the base B. 10 steps behind the base 10 steps behind the base C. One foot on the base facing pitcher One foot on the base facing pitcher D. 5 steps in front of the base 5 steps in front of the base

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49. A. First Base First Base B. Pitcher Pitcher C. Catcher Catcher D. Third Base Third Base

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52. A. Left Field Left Field B. Center Field Center Field C. Right Field Right Field

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55. A. Right Field Right Field B. Third Base Third Base C. First Base First Base D. Catcher Catcher

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