FIRST BASE BASEBALL IQ
Anchor the right side. Scoops, pickoffs, and bunt coverage.
IQ DIMENSIONS FOR FIRST BASE
First basemen anchor the right side of the infield. Their IQ demands center on scoops, picks, bunt coverage decisions, and holding runners. Positioning intelligence is critical.
THE 10 LEVELS
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1T-Ball
Age 4-62Coach Pitch
Age 6-83Kid Pitch
Age 8-104Travel Ball
Age 10-195High School JV
Age 14-166High School Varsity
Age 16-197JUCO
Age 18-208D3 College
Age 18-229D2 College
Age 18-2210D1 College
Age 18-22SAMPLE DECISIONS FOR FIRST BASE
“Runner on first, bunt situation. Do you charge or hold the bag?”
“Short hop throw from the shortstop with a runner bearing down. How do you position your feet?”
“Runner on first, ground ball to you. Do you flip to the pitcher covering or take it yourself?”
FIRST BASE IQ PROFILE
First basemen prioritize positioning intelligence and communication. They must coordinate with the pitcher on bunt coverage, communicate pickoff plays, and make split-second scoop decisions.