Use a scorebook with innings across the top and players down the side
Write the batting order before the game starts
Record each batter’s result in their box
Use standard abbreviations for outcomes
Single: 1B
Double: 2B
Triple: 3B
Home run: HR
Walk: BB
Strikeout: K
Hit by pitch: HBP
Sacrifice fly: SF
Sacrifice bunt: SH
Error: E
Fielder’s choice: FC
Record outs with the proper defensive play
Use numbers for fielders
Pitcher: 1
Catcher: 2
First base: 3
Second base: 4
Third base: 5
Shortstop: 6
Left field: 7
Center field: 8
Right field: 9
Example out: 6-3
Example double play: 6-4-3
Mark runners advancing on each play
Circle a runner who scores
Draw lines to show base advancement
Mark RBIs for runs batted in
Mark runs scored for each player
Track balls, strikes, and outs for each plate appearance
Mark the end of each half-inning after three outs
Keep track of substitutions
Note pitching changes
Record stolen bases with SB
Record caught stealing with CS
Record passed balls with PB
Record wild pitches with WP
Review the scorebook after each inning for accuracy