Softball Rules & Scenarios

Front

What happens when the runner hits a fielder that is actively fielding a ball in the base path?

Back

Runner is out

Front

What happens when the runner leaves a bag early?

Back

They are out.

Front

What happens if a batter gets 4 balls?

Back

they walk

Front

What is considered an out in baseball? Options: tagging a runner, watching the third strike, catching a fly ball

Back

Tagging a runner, watching the third strike, catching a fly ball.

Front

A batter watches the 3rd strike and the catcher drops it. The batter is out.

Back

False

Front

You are on 3rd base (running) and the bases are loaded. Less than 2 outs.
A ground ball is hit. What should you do?

Back

Run home because the bases are loaded and it is a force out for all runners.

Front

You are on 3rd base (running) and there is a runner on 1st but not 2nd. There are less than 2 outs.
A ground ball is hit. What should you do?

Back

Get a good lead but wait to see if they get her out because it is not a force out for you.

Front

You are on 2nd base (running) and there is a runner on 1st. There are less than 2 outs.
A ground ball is hit. What should you do?

Back

Run to 3rd because it is a force out for all runners.

Front

You are on 3rd base (running) and the bases are loaded. There are 2 outs.
A pop fly (or fly ball) is hit. What should you do?

Back

Run home because the bases are loaded and there are 2 outs.

Front

You are on 3rd base (running) and the bases are loaded. There are no outs.
A pop fly (or fly ball) is hit into the outfield. What should you do?

Back

Lead off, tag up, and wait for your coach to tell you to run.