What is a line up in softball?

Answer 1

A line up in softball is the order in which each player is scheduled to bat in a game. The line up is typically written before the game starts and is usually determined by the coach or manager of the team. Generally the order of the line up will stay the same throughout the game although substitutions can be made at any time.

The line up typically consists of nine players and the order is as follows:

• Leadoff hitter (a fast runner)
• Second hitter (a contact hitter)
• Third hitter (a power hitter)
• Cleanup hitter (best hitter in the lineup)
• Fifth hitter (another power hitter)
• Sixth hitter (a contact hitter)
• Seventh hitter (another contact hitter)
• Eighth hitter (a power hitter)
• Ninth hitter (a fast runner)

The order of the line up can be changed depending on the situation. For example the coach might move a power hitter to the leadoff spot if a team needs to score more runs. Additionally the order of the line up can be changed to set up different matchups with opposing pitchers.

Answer 2

The next batter that is waiting to bat is referred to as being on deck.

Answer 3

It is a term to identify the next batter in the line up after the current batter.