How Do You Run The Bases In A Baseball Game?
Running the bases in a baseball game is more than just running from base to base. You have to be on your toes mentally as well as physically and make smart decisions. Follow these steps to be a good base runner. Spring toward first base. When you are approaching the bag, touch the bag with a step that is within your stride, so you don’t have to slow down or take a long step to touch it. Watch where the ball goes and take a turn at first if you see it bounce into the outfield. If an infielder is in position to field it, run straight and through the bag. Listen for the sound of the ball hitting the first baseman’s mitt. If you don’t hear the sound, look toward the area in foul territory past first base to see if you spot the ball loose. Break for second if you see that the throw got past the first baseman. Stay alert and be ready for instruction from the first base coach. Follow his instructions, whether he tells you to head for second or stay at first. Watch the third base coach, as she
