Run on contact
Get ready to feel the thrill of the game! It’s time to exert yourself on the basepaths, no time for dilly-dallying! Late in the game, we have a golden opportunity to apply pressure to the defense when a runner is on third. This is where the traditional run-on contact comes into play. You need to be as alert as a hair trigger, ready to spring into action as soon as you notice the pitcher’s back. The moment that bat punctures leather, you’re off like a cheetah chasing a gazelle.
But remember, this isn’t just a leisurely stroll. The defense could turn two, especially if the pitch is a lightning-fast grounder aimed straight at the third baseman. This is the challenge of baseball! It’s about taking calculated risks to score runs. If we can make the defense fear our ability to steal bases, they’ll have to play us closer. This disrupts their entire fielding strategy, creating opportunities for choppers and bloopers to find the grass.
Keep this in mind when a player is on third base and the game is on the line: Speed is key! Make those guys work, run on contact, and add some wins to our record! In simple terms, don’t let the pitcher in on our strategy.