Baseball For Dummies
eBook - ePub

Baseball For Dummies

  1. English
  2. ePUB (mobile friendly)
  3. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - ePub

Baseball For Dummies

About this book

Learn the basics of baseball as a player, spectator, or coach

Baseball For Dummies gets you started learning about this popular sport. You can improve your fundamentals as a player, inspire your team as a coach, or enjoy watching baseball as a superfan. The book includes helpful illustrations and diagrams that make it easy to understand the rules. You'll learn about offensive and defensive strategies, hitting and pitching techniques, the roles of each player on the team, what managers and coaches do, and how to understand baseball statistics. In beginner-friendly terms, this guide also covers the differences between the Minor and Major Leagues, T-Ball, college baseball, and leagues around the world. Batter up!

  • Get a handle on the basic rules, strategies, and skills of baseball
  • Learn about the different baseball leagues—including recent changes to the rules—so you can have fun following the sport
  • Improve your technique with tips on pitching, hitting, and fielding
  • Delve into statistics and advanced concepts that will help you understand pro play

This book is for baseball fans of every level, from beginners to loyal fans who want to know even more. Players and coaches will also love this book's advice on how to sharpen their skills.

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Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Table of Contents
  3. Title Page
  4. Introduction
  5. Part 1: Getting Started with Baseball
  6. Part 2: Taking Your Swings — Playing Offense
  7. Part 3: The Ball in Play — Playing Defense
  8. Part 4: From Little League to the Major Leagues — Organized Baseball
  9. Part 5: The View from the Stands — A Spectator’s Guide
  10. Part 6: The Part of Tens
  11. Appendix: Baseball Speak: A Glossary
  12. Index
  13. About the Authors
  14. Connect with Dummies
  15. End User License Agreement