Baseball

How many players/referees has it got?

• The number of players on a baseball team25 on the team

• 9 on the field• The American League has 10 starters. 9 on the

field and 1 designated hitter. when anyone gets hurt in their place another player comes and plays.

Size

The size is 18.288 metres

What equipment do you need in baseball?

• Ball - A regulation-size baseball is 9 inches (23 cm) in circumference and weighs 5 1/4 ounces (149 grams). Within the stitched cowhide or horsehide exterior is a layer of yarn wound around a core of cork or rubber.

• Bat - A wooden bat, often made from an ash tree, is at most 42 inches (107 cm) long. At its widest, the bat's barrel is 2.75 (7 cm) in diameter.

• Glove - Depending on a player's position, a fielding glove's dimensions will vary. Generally, gloves are leather with a woven section to aid in catching the ball.

• Helmet - These head coverings are worn to protect players from injury.• Cleats - Shoes with spikes all the way to the toes distinguish baseball cleats from

those worn for other sports.• Batting glove - Not required, but most players wear them to prevent blisters from

batting and friction burns from sliding into base.• Padding and mask - Catchers need extra padding and a face mask to protect

themselves during play.

Rules

Where did it come from baseball?

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