The delayed steal is a method of taking base using more of technique, than actual speed or a good jump to get to second base. The key is that the middle infielders are not checking their base after every pitch with a man on first base.
What is the point of a delayed steal?
A delayed steal is taking advantage of an opportunity given to you by the opposing team when they simply aren’t paying enough attention to the runner. This can be the catcher, pitcher, middle infielders and best of all a combination of those players.
How do you teach a delayed steal in softball?
- The delay steal is most effective when the middle infielders don’t move toward second base after each pitch. Or if the catcher is throwing from her knees, or being lazy getting the ball back to the pitcher.
- The shuffle steps allow the baserunner to move toward second without over-committing.
What is a steal in softball?
A stolen base occurs when a baserunner advances by taking a base to which he isn’t entitled. This generally occurs when a pitcher is throwing a pitch, but it can also occur while the pitcher still has the ball or is attempting a pickoff, or as the catcher is throwing the ball back to the pitcher.
When can you steal youth baseball?
If a player does not get a good jump, they will be out most of the time. Players who are aggressive with their jumps will have far more success. When you give the steal sign, too many youth base ball players think they have to go on the next pitch. Tell your players to steal only if they get a good jump.
When can you steal in Little League?
You can steal bases in Little League, but only after a pitch reaches the hitter. Otherwise, Little League games would become more like track meets than baseball games.
Can you steal on a walk in softball?
On a HBP, any runners attempting to steal on the play must return to their original base unless forced to the next base anyway. When a walk occurs, the ball is still live: any runner not forced to advance may nevertheless attempt to advance at his own risk, which might occur on a steal play, passed ball, or wild pitch.
How fast do you need to steal 2nd base in softball?
Depending on your speed and your reaction time usually runners will want the pitcher to be at least 1.35 and usually over 1.40 seconds in order to try to steal second. A quick pitcher will usually have a consistent time of 1.1 – 1.29 seconds.