How to Play Right Field in Softball

Right field is an important position that almost always tries to head off the runner at first base. You should be good at catching on the run and making long throws back to the diamond for plays at the bases.

Difficulty: Moderately challenging

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Softball Cleats
• Softball Fielding Gloves
• Softball Glove Conditioner Cream
• Softballs
• Softballs

1. Be in position when the ball is pitched, but be ready to move as the ball is hit.

2. Monitor fly balls and position yourself accordingly. You want to head for a point of interception and meet the ball. If you're running back, look at the ball instead of where you're going so you won't lose sight of it.

3. Keep running when you catch the ball and use that momentum for the throw. This will help you throw the ball farther.

4. Remember that fly balls are only a small part of your job. You'll also field base hits and be the first baseman's backup. Once you field the ball, throw to first immediately to cut the runner off. If she's already past first, cut her off at second.

5. Charge at ground balls with your hands out. If the ball is on the opposite side of your glove and you need to cross over to get it, pivot on the balls of your feet instead of bending in the middle - this will help you balance.

6. Throw the ball overhand, to keep it fast and low to the ground. Consider low, one-hop throws, as they save time and cover more distance.

Tips & Warnings

• Make sure to communicate to other fielders in all cases. This will keep multiple players from covering the same space. Back up the center fielder on balls hit to right center. "Sometimes backing up positions in fielding is something you'll do more often than tracking balls," says Ray VanderMay, women's softball coach at Seton Hall University.
• Softball is a physically challenging sport that can result in serious injury. We recommend that you seek the proper training and equipment before undertaking this activity.

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on 3/11/2008 If the right fielder, backs up the infield it keeps you from being bored in the outfield. Right fielders need to learn to back up to to keep the ball in front in front of them for power hitters. If you cant catch a pop fly in the air, back up and get it on the bounce. If you can't throw the ball all the way to third base or to the catcher. Throw the ball to an infielder who can throw the ball for you to the catcher or third base. Remember you can stop the ball in play by throwing the ball to the pitcher. This takes practice listen to your coach and team mates where to throw the ball. Always know where the runners, and where the ball is on the field at all times. If you have a left handed batter, be ready for a ball hit into the right field. Right handed Batters who swing slow also hit balls into the right field. Be alert.

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on 3/11/2008 Right field also backs up the second basemen, and center field.

on 11/22/2005 Out of the 3 outfield positions, the rightfielder has the longer throw to make to third base. It's important to build arm strength so you can nail the runners trying to go from first to third. This will cut down runs and give you a better chance to win.