Being a part of the Little League®program for many families is something that has been passed down through the generations, but for some parents and coaches, entering into the Little League program may be a brand new experience. To help those parents and coaches who may be new to the program, or even to the game of baseball and softball, Little League International has launched a new program called “The Basics.” The Basics shares the very fundamentals of the game, from learning how to run the bases and throw a ball to understanding the basic language of the Little League program.
The Basics: Hitting
The basics of hitting involves a bat, batter’s helmet, the batter’s box, and a ball. The ability to hit the ball is accomplished by executing and repeating specific steps. Play this video to view the elements and physical activity required to hit a ball.
The Basics: Catching
The basics of catching involves a fielding glove and a ball. The ability to catch the ball is accomplished by executing and repeating specific steps. Play this video to view the elements and physical activity required to catch a ball.
The Basics: Throwing
The basics of throwing involves gripping and releasing a ball from the hand. The ability to throw the ball is accomplished by executing and repeating specific steps. Play this video to view the physical elements and physical activity required to throw a ball.
The Basics: Fielding a Ground Ball
The basics of fielding a ball that is rolling along the ground involves a fielding glove and a ball. The ability to field a ground ball is accomplished by executing and repeating specific steps. Play this video to view the elements and physical activity required to field a ball.
The Basics: Baserunning
The basics of running to the bases on a baseball or softball field involve a circuit of starting at home plate and advancing clock-wise to first, second, and third bases, before turning to touch home plate . The ability to run the bases is accomplished by executing and repeating specific steps. Play this video to view the elements and physical activity required to run the bases.
FAQs
The basics of hitting, catching, throwing, fielding, and baserunning.
What is the fundamental skill in playing baseball? ›
Key baseball skills discussed include throwing, pitching, catching, batting and base running. Throwing is identified as the most basic skill, allowing teams to prevent opponents from advancing. Grip is also mentioned briefly.
What is a basic skill in baseball which is related to fielding? ›
Catching and throwing are the 2 fundamental defensive Baseball skills. In a game your ability to catch and throw quickly helps you throw out a base runner attempting to advance to the next base. Throwing is the most important basic skill required of a good defensive player.
What skills do you need to play softball? ›
Besides softball batting skills, fielding also requires some essential skills to play a good game. Such skills include pitching, throwing, and catching.
What are the three core fundamentals of baseball? ›
Baseball fundamentals can be broken down into three primary categories: hitting, fielding, and pitching. Pitching is a more specialized practice, meaning that most players will need to focus on learning good habits as a hitter and fielder.
What are the basics of softball? ›
Softball is played by two teams of 9 players each who try to score more runs than their opponent by rounding the bases and crossing home plate as many times as possible. The batting team stays up to bat until the fielding team puts out 3 batters.
What is a fundamental skill? ›
the ability that is necessary in order to perform a task or understand an idea because it is a foundation for other skills or ideas. a basic ability usually considered necessary for competent functioning in society (e.g., reading, basic mathematics, essential communication skills).
What are examples of fundamental sport skills? ›
Fundamental movement skills are basic movements such as throwing, kicking,running, jumping, hopping and catching. Fundamental sport skills are these movement skills applied to a sport situation: for example, kicking a soccer ball, running a sprint, jumping up for a basketball rebound, catching a baseball.
What is the difference between softball and baseball? ›
The most obvious difference between softball and baseball is how the ball is pitched to the hitter. In baseball, the pitcher throws overhand, releasing the ball above the shoulder. A softball pitch is thrown underhand, and the ball is released at the pitcher's hip.
Does baseball require skill? ›
The game requires balance, coordination, core strength, agility, endurance, speed and general upper and lower body strength.
A simple and fun way to develop throwing accuracy is to practice the hit-the-target drill. To do this drill, all the equipment you will need is your child's fielding glove, a ball, a target, and a wall or fence. A baseball, softball, or tennis ball all work great.
How to hit in softball? ›
HOW TO: Hit a softball
- 1 Stance. Make sure your feet are even and parallel, with your knees slightly and equally bent. ...
- 2 Toe touch. Make sure your weight is evenly distributed. ...
- 3 Contact. Your knees, hips and shoulders are lined up at the center of your body. ...
- 4 Extension. ...
- 5 Follow through.
You should have strong hand-eye coordination and physical strength for batting or pitching. In addition, you should be a strong sprinter and have the agility to move quickly from base to base.
How to start the game baseball softball? ›
How to Play
- Play begins with the pitcher throwing the ball to the person up to bat (the batter).
- Play stops when the ball is thrown to the pitcher.
- Teams switch sides after three outs or nine runs are scored.
The basic skills of basketball discussed are shooting, passing, dribbling, rebounding, and running. Shooting is the most important skill for scoring points, while passing and dribbling are important for ball movement. Rebounding and running are also essential skills.
