Play First Base Vol by Hal Chase (6 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive guide to the art of playing first base in baseball, tracing the evolution of the position from its earliest days. The author analyzes the changes in defensive strategy over time, highlighting the contributions of key figures such as Charley Comiskey and Fred Tenney who pioneered a deeper, more strategic approach to the position. The text delves into the essential skills needed to excel at first base, including catching throws, fielding grounders, and handling bunts. It provides detailed instructions on positioning, footwork, and hand techniques, offering advice on how to handle various types of throws and ground balls. The book also explores the unique challenges and opportunities presented by the position for both right- and left-handed players. It emphasizes the importance of communication and teamwork between the first baseman and his fellow in-fielders, particularly the second baseman. This book is a valuable resource for aspiring first basemen, offering a detailed and insightful journey into the history and technique of this crucial defensive position. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Condition: Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.