Offensive Difference Makers

List of rules to put into play:

Rule 1: Relax at the plate and look to "see" the ball hit the bat
Rule 2: Small step toward the pitcher to initiate the swing
Rule 3: The Bunt is a catch, with the bat
Rule 4: Have SMARTS, when you run the bases
           a. See everything: the baseball, 3rd base coach, next base and lead runner
           b. Make the opportunity for another play, get a teasing lead, to draw a throw
           c. Approach each base appropriately, swing out to go past or directly at the base for a pop up slide
           d. Reach for two bases on each play, if available
           e. Tag up on fly balls, in the air = 4 steps, hits the ground = "go go go", no lead on third = "go go go" when "not" a fly to the outfield
           f. Stop only after the Umpire calls Time
Rule 5: Run through at 1st and Home, take a teasing lead, stick or pop-up slide at 2nd and 3rd

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