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How does understanding the mechanics of basic skills in team sports primarily benefit a player?
How does understanding the mechanics of basic skills in team sports primarily benefit a player?
- It allows them to execute skills more effectively and reduce the risk of injury. (correct)
- It enables them to design new sports equipment.
- It helps them argue effectively with the referee.
- It qualifies them to coach professional teams.
What is the primary reason baseball was initially played indoors?
What is the primary reason baseball was initially played indoors?
- To serve as a training activity for other sports.
- To avoid the summer heat.
- To accommodate play during the winter months. (correct)
- To attract larger crowds.
If a baseball field's outfield distance from home plate to the fence is at the minimum distance, what adjustments might coaches recommend to players?
If a baseball field's outfield distance from home plate to the fence is at the minimum distance, what adjustments might coaches recommend to players?
- Focus on hitting ground balls instead of fly balls.
- Use heavier bats to hit the ball farther.
- Practice running faster to cover more ground.
- Play deeper in the outfield to compensate for the reduced space. (correct)
How can being diligent and honest in following the rules and regulations of team sports enhance team performance and dynamics?
How can being diligent and honest in following the rules and regulations of team sports enhance team performance and dynamics?
Why is awareness of safety precautions emphasized as a learning objective in team sports?
Why is awareness of safety precautions emphasized as a learning objective in team sports?
What strategic advantage does knowing the history and background of baseball provide to players and coaches?
What strategic advantage does knowing the history and background of baseball provide to players and coaches?
In what way does the establishment of the Amateur Softball Association and the National Tournament at the World's Fair in Chicago highlight the importance of sports organizations?
In what way does the establishment of the Amateur Softball Association and the National Tournament at the World's Fair in Chicago highlight the importance of sports organizations?
Considering the dimensions of the pitcher's mound, how would adjusting a player's throwing technique affect their performance?
Considering the dimensions of the pitcher's mound, how would adjusting a player's throwing technique affect their performance?
If a coach emphasizes that players should 'execute properly the basic skills needed in the team sports,' what is the expected outcome regarding game strategy?
If a coach emphasizes that players should 'execute properly the basic skills needed in the team sports,' what is the expected outcome regarding game strategy?
How might the historical context of baseball's initial popularity during the Civil War influence its role in communities today?
How might the historical context of baseball's initial popularity during the Civil War influence its role in communities today?
Flashcards
Learning Objective 1
Learning Objective 1
To be able to know the history, nature, and background of the team sports.
Learning Objective 2
Learning Objective 2
The skills needed in the sports.
Learning Objective 4
Learning Objective 4
Follow the rules and regulations diligently and honestly.
Baseball's Origins
Baseball's Origins
First played by Americans, formerly indoor softball.
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Who invented baseball?
Who invented baseball?
Abner Doubleday
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Softball/Baseball roster
Softball/Baseball roster
Pitcher, catcher, first baseman, second baseman, third baseman, shortstop, left fielder, center fielder, right fielder.
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Outfield
Outfield
The area outside the infield, typically covered with grass.
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Infield
Infield
Area in the center of the field around the bases.
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Batter's Box
Batter's Box
Zone for batters to stand while hitting.
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- Baseball was first played by Americans
- It was originally called indoor softball because it was played inside gymnasiums during winter
- The name changed to softball in 1933
- The Amateur Softball Association was established in 1933
- A national tournament followed at the World's Fair in Chicago
- Abner Doubleday is believed to have invented baseball
- The first match was held in Cooperstown, New York, in 1859
- Baseball became popular during the Civil War
- Several leagues were formed in every big city in the United States
Field Dimensions
- Outfield distance from home plate can vary between 290 to 400 feet to the fence
- Distance between bases is 95 feet (28.9 meters)
- The pitcher's mound has a diameter of 18 feet (5.47 meters)
- The distance from home plate to the pitcher's mound is 60 feet 6 inches (18.39 meters)
Composition of Players in Softball/Baseball
- Pitcher
- Catcher
- First baseman
- Second baseman
- Third baseman
- Shortstop
- Left fielder
- Center fielder
- Right fielder
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