Baseball is a bat-and-ball sport played between two teams, each with nine players. It developed over time, evolving from games like cricket and rounders in the early 18th century. To some people, baseball may seem boring, but to others it’s exciting. Let us tell you how it’s played and explain the rules.
The objective of the game is to score more runs than the opposing team by hitting a ball thrown by the pitcher and advancing around the bases. Teams alternate between batting (offense) and fielding (defense), with the game divided into nine innings.
We asked some baseball players a few questions about the sport.
The first question we asked was: “What position do you play? Have you played this position before? If so, how long have you played it?”
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Luke Casey said: “I play shortstop, second base, right field, and pitcher. I have played all of these positions before, and I’ve played them all my life.”
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Crey Leman responded: “I play second base and pitcher. I’ve played both positions a lot.”
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Brady Thompson said: “I play shortstop. This is my first year playing here, but I absolutely love it!”
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Brantley Simpkins responded: “I play first base and pitcher. I’ve been playing both positions for about 2 or 3 years.”
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Ezra Dohner said: “I play center field. Yes, I’ve played this position before. I started in center last year.”
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Bentley Bockover said: “I play right field. Yes, I’ve played this position for about two seasons.”
The next question we asked was: “How long have you been playing baseball?”
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Luke Casey: “I’ve been playing baseball for 12 years.”
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Crey Leman: “I’ve been playing since I was 5 or 6.”
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Brady Thompson: “I’ve played baseball since pre-K.”
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Brantley Simpkins: “I’ve been playing for about 2 or 3 years.”
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Ezra Dohner: “I’ve been playing baseball for 9 years.”
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Bentley Bockover: “I’ve been playing for about four seasons.”
The final question we asked was: “What is your favorite thing about baseball, and why?”
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Luke Casey: “My favorite thing about baseball is how fun, enjoyable, and challenging it is.”
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Crey Leman: “My favorite thing about baseball is hanging out with friends, because I can play and spend time with them at the same time.”
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Brady Thompson: “My favorite thing is watching my teammates succeed on and off the field. I also love the brotherhood that comes with it.”
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Brantley Simpkins: “My favorite thing about baseball is being able to hang out with friends, compete, and keep learning more about the game.”
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Ezra Dohner: “My favorite thing is running the bases because I’m fast.”
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Bentley Bockover: “My favorite thing about baseball is being with my friends.”
