Offensive (Hitting/Kicking) Strategies

Q: What is the goal of the batting lineup strategy?

A: To get the first three players on base and have the fourth player hit a home run (Grand Slam).

Q: What order should the batting lineup follow?

A: Weak → Weak/Average → Average → Strong (then repeat).

Q: Why should you kick away from 1st base?

A: It gives you more time to run to 1st base, especially if you kick toward 3rd base.

Q: What is a “sacrifice play”?

A: When you kick the ball to help teammates advance bases even if you get out.

Q: What does “aiming for open space” mean?

A: Kicking the ball where the fielding team is not standing.

Q: What is a bunt?

A: Hitting/kicking the ball softly so it just passes the bunt line.