Tag play situations
Tag play situations require the defender to beat the runner with the ball and apply a real tag. These plays show when the defense needs the tag, where the receiver should set up, and how backup players protect the next throw.
6 plays
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Showing all 6 plays.
- 3B · 1 out Fly ball to center with runner on 3rd Fly ball · Center field
- 1B · 1 out Steal of 2nd with catcher throw Tag play · Second base
- 1B · 1 out Delayed steal of 2nd response Tag play · Pitcher
- 2B · 1 out Steal of 3rd with catcher throw Tag play · Third base
- 1B · 0 outs Pickoff at 1st with runner diving back Tag play · First base
- 1B · 1 out Outfield throw to 3rd for the tag Tag play · Left field
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When to use it
When to practice these plays
- Use these plays when there is no force at the target base or when a runner tags up after a caught fly ball.
- Teach them before practicing steals, tag-ups, and throws to third or home.
- Review them when defenders stand on the bag waiting for a force that does not exist.
Common mistakes
What to watch
- Receiving the ball behind the bag instead of where the tag can meet the runner.
- Assuming a foot on the base is enough when the play requires a tag.
- Backup players freezing because the first throw looks close.
- Cutoff players redirecting the ball away from the actual lead-runner threat.