Learn the field positions and basic rules
Use a glove, bat, helmet, and appropriate shoes
Grip the bat with both hands
Stand in the batter’s box
Watch the pitcher’s release
Swing at hittable pitches
Run to first base after hitting the ball
Advance bases when it is safe
Tag up on caught fly balls
Slide when needed to avoid a tag
Catch the ball with two hands when possible
Throw accurately to a teammate
Cover bases on defense
Stay in your assigned position
Communicate with teammates
Follow the umpire’s calls
Score by touching all bases and reaching home plate
Make outs by catching fly balls, tagging runners, or forcing runners out
Play offense and defense in turns
Respect the rules and play safely