Wednesday, March 30, 2011

Suggestions For Playing Baseball Safely

By Richard Horowitz


While there's always the risk of injury when playing baseball, or any sport, by taking certain safety precautions, players can substantially reduce the risk of problems on the field By keeping in shape, wearing the right gear and focusing during games and practice the chance of getting injuries decreases Let's look at some of the main factors to keep in mind to stay safe when playing baseball

The player who should have the most safety gear is the catcher It's essential that this is worn at all times There is the probability that the catcher will hit by a pitch at any time This includes a helmet, face mask, chest protector and the right gloves The catcher's mask should have a throat protector attachment This is because a incoming pitch to throat can be very deadly While all players have to be alert when it comes to safety, the catcher has the most dangerous position and has to be especially careful Catcher have to be very careful because of all of the pitches that are tossed, but also because they stand so closed behind the batters More than any other player, the catcher has to be alert at all times

There has been a lot of talk about whether or not it is safe for metal bats to be in baseball Many hitters like them because they're more durable than wooden bats Also, they have a larger impact when the ball is hit Obviously, this is why they are so much more dangerous A few studies say that injuries can be decreased by utilizing wooden bats, especially when it comes to young players If the league you or your child is in still allows metal bats, this might be something worth researching Even if you have to keep buying new wooden bats, safety should be the first priority

The sun can be a very unsafe element when it comes to baseball This is because it can produce blistering heat, cause sunburns and blind players who risk running into each other Players should always wear sunscreen to avoid sunburn Hats and visors are extremely important These can help players cope with the sun in their eyes The sun is something players should always know about It will not be in the same spot during the entire game When the sun is in their eyes, all players should be very careful when running for the ball or running bases This is one of the unplanned things that players have to be able to handle

Baseball is a sport with timeless appeal By abiding by these safety guidelines in this article, players can participate in the game with less chance of injuries You cannot always tell when something will terribly go wrong If players are properly attired and following sensible precautions, the game can be made much safer




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