Do you not know how to play second base?Are you new to softball?How do you play second base?The article will show you how to be a second baseman.
Step 1: Acquire a glove.
A 12 inch infield should be fine.A broken glove is the best.
Step 2: Stand between first and second base.
The starting position is this.If you fill the space between first and second base, you'll be able to get any balls hit there.Take a small step closer to 1st if you have a left handed batter.Step to second base if there is a runner on first.It's quicker to run to second when you're closer to the base.
Step 3: Know the count and the location of the play.
Prepare for everything.If the ball comes to you, know where to throw it and what base to cover.It's a good idea to talk to your teammates about where to play the ball.
Step 4: Know where you want to throw it.
Know where the runners are.Try to get the leader.Getting them out first will make it easier to get future runners, as they have a better chance of scoring.Throw to first if you're not sure where to play.That is your best bet.
Step 5: The lead runner is in front of you.
You can warn the player if the runner tries to steal.When a runner starts running, this can help them respond faster.
Step 6: Do not get distracted.
You should be ready to move any direction at any time.Don't forget to keep an eye on the batter and the ball.Be prepared for anything that comes your way.
Step 7: Have fun.
Having fun is what playing is all about.Don't give in to the negative attitude.It makes the rest of the players on your team and the others team happy and lifts their spirits.Thank the other team for a good game and encourage your teammates.
Step 8: If the first baseman has to run off, back them up.
You are more than likely to get a throw.Don't worry, the shortstop will cover your position.
Step 9: If the ball is hit to third base, run to second.
You have to run because Shortstop can't cover.
Step 10: The first baseman will come closer to home if the batter shows a bunt.
The catcher, first baseman, or third baseman can throw the ball to you if you cover first.
Step 11: If the batter shows a squeeze and there is a runner on first and third, you will have the cover second base in case the catcher throws to you.
Shortstop has to back up third base.
Step 12: If there is a bad throw, back up your teammates.
The majority of the time, the second baseman is covered by the shortstop.Back her up if you're not supposed to be.
Step 13: Don't forget about cutoffs if the ball is hit to the outfield.
You cover second base if it is hit far out in left field.If it's far out in the right field, you have to run and be cut off.Short stop will cover second base.
Step 14: Back the throw from the catcher to the pitcher after every pitch thrown.
The catcher will throw a bad throw if there is a runner.The runner could be thrown out if you back up the throw.
Step 15: When a batter gets a walk or a drop third strike, they might try to go to second base.
You need to back up the throw if the runner runs to second.Alert the pitcher if the runner trying to go to second is not paying attention and they could throw the ball to the other team.
Step 16: The catcher will rarely throw down to second if there is a runner on second.
When there is a runner on second, start backing up the pitcher.
Step 17: If there is a runner going from first to second and the ball is hit to you, you can either throw to first or step on second.
You don't have to tag the runner in this scenario.You have to tag the runner in other events.
Step 18: The boundary line is between you and the short stop.
Think of a imaginary line from the pitcher to the second baseman.They won't intrude when a grounder or pop fly is hit to you.