Learn the objective: score more runs than the other team
Understand the field: infield, outfield, bases, home plate, foul lines
Know the positions: pitcher, catcher, infielders, outfielders
Start with the batting order
The pitcher throws the ball to the batter
The batter tries to hit the ball fair
A hit lets the batter run to first base and possibly more
Runners advance around the bases in order: first, second, third, home
Score a run by touching all bases and reaching home plate
The defense tries to get the batter or runners out
Common outs include strikeout, flyout, groundout, and tag out
A strike happens when the batter misses or does not swing at a good pitch
Three strikes make an out
Four balls let the batter walk to first base
Three outs end a team’s turn at bat
Teams switch between batting and fielding after three outs
A game usually has nine innings
The team with the most runs at the end wins
Wear proper gear: glove, bat, helmet, cleats
Practice throwing, catching, hitting, and running bases
Follow the umpire’s calls and the rules of the game