How Do You Play Second Base In Fastpitch Softball?
Playing second base in fast-pitch softball requires athleticism and dexterity–not unlike how it is played in hardball. While a strong throwing arm helps, it is not a necessity due to the proximity of first base to the second baseman–with the throws being short enough that even a below-average arm can make the vast majority of plays. But a second baseman needs to be a solid fielder, have the ability to turn a double play and cover the base, and be the cutoff man on throws from the outfield. Stay low to the ground on ground balls, and keep your glove open as the ball approaches with your throwing hand above the glove in an open position as well. Look the softball into your glove and stay in front of the ball. Keep down, and if the ball takes a hop upward you will be able to rise up and field it. Always attempt to knock down whatever grounders you can since you will usually have time to make a play on the runner if you can retrieve the ball rapidly. Catch any pop-ups and line drives tha
