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What do you call it in softball when a player must run to the next base because the batter has become a base runner?
It's called a force. The runner is being forced to proceed to the next base by the batter/runner.
Softball what is two strikes and three balls?
If the pitch count is at 2 strikes and 3 balls that is a "full count" meaning the next pitch is the last for that batter. (For all you critics; this is because in softball, if the third strike is fouled out of play the batter is out)
What is the stike of softball?
A strike in softball is when a pitcher pitches a softball to the batter [located in the batter box in front of the catcher] and the batter misses. When it is a strike, it is thrown in a particular area from the batter's armpits to the bottom of their knees.
In softball what is it called when the bases are loaded and the batter hits a home run?
Grand Slam
What is the perfect softball hit?
The perfect softball hit is when the batter is able to reach on base because of the hit. The perfect softball hit is also when you are able to advance the runner to the next base or have the runner get a score. Homerun
What a forced run in softball?
when someone hits the softball and and the person on first, second, and third base has to run tothe next base
Where does the next batter get ready to hit?
The next batter up is termed to be "on deck"
What is the three strike rule?
If you are talking about baseball/softball, then no, on the 3rd strike called by the umpire, the player/batter is out.
What does db mean in softball?
designated batter
What are the zones called in softball?
Strike Zone The strike zone is from the knee to shoulder of the batting softball player. The strike zone also extends as wide as a normal swing. A strike is called if the ball passes through the strike zone and reaches the catcher. The softball umpire will also call a strike if a batter swings and misses at a pitch outside the strike zone. Three strikes result in a batter being called out by the softball umpire. A ball is called for all pitches that miss the strike zone. Four balls allow a batter to walk to first base uncontested. Outfield These 3 zones are short, middle, and long. In the outfield.
Can softball batter stay in batting lineup if she uses a pinch runner?
Yes. Pinch runners can be used if a certain player is slow or if the batter is the catcher, and needs to get his/her gear on. The next time at bat the batter must stay in the lineup and bat when it is his/her turn. This is the same thing for a pinch batter.
Why is the softball called the softball?
A softball is called a softball because its core is soft and sponge like. The outside is definately not soft but the core is!
