Softball IQ Quiz

What is a hit and run?

• The hitter MUST swing to protect the runner who is stealing

• The option for a player to swing at a pitch because a player is stealing

• The runner must run but the hitter doesn't have to swing if it isn't a strike

• The coach doesn't know what he is doing who knows

Why do we hit and run?

• To move the runner and create runs by putting pressure on the defense

• To practice hitting skills

• To waste time

• To confuse the opponent

If the SS has to go to her right on a ground ball and knows she can’t get the hitter, what should she do?

• Throw to first base just in case

• Hold the ball

• Throw to second base

• Throw to third base

Obstruction signal happens when a player not in possession of the ball gets in the way of the runner.

• True

• False

In which situations can an infield fly rule be called?

• When there are runners on first and second base with less than two outs

• When there are runners on first, second, and third base with two outs

• When there are runner's on first only and less than two outs.

• When there is a runner on third base only

Interference is an Immediate dead ball-This happens when the runner impedes, hinders, or confuses the fielder. What should runners do to avoid being called for interference?

• Run over the fielder, they are in the way.

• Avoid interfering with fielders in any way while they're making a play.

• Shout to distract the fielder.

• Wait for the fielder to make a play before running.

What should the runner do when he signals it?

• The runner should continue to the next base regardless of the ball location

• The runner should continue running without stopping.

• The runner should return to the previous base.

• The runner should wait for the next signal.

What can a SS do to be clever on a line drive right to them with runners on first and second and one out?

• Drop the ball and either tag the runner or throw to second base to start a double play

• Let the ball drop and throw to third base

• Catch the ball and hold it

• Drop the ball to first base immediately

One out runner on 2nd. HARD Ground ball hit to the shortstop... she should:

• Throw the ball immediately to 1st

• Keep her shoulders parallel and look over her shoulder at the runner on 2nd

• Pump Fake and Check the Runner at Second

Why do we let a ball travel when covering a bag on a steal instead of reaching for it?

• To allow the fielder to be in a better position to tag the runner

• To reduce the risk of missing the ball

• To get the ball to the bag as quickly as possible

• To confuse the runner