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How do I kick curve balls?

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To kick a curve ball, instead of kicking with your laces, kick the ball with the inside of your shoe as you would a soccer ball. The ball will curve more or less depending on what part of your shoe it makes contact with.

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How can I kick the ball really far and hard, so that it slips out of people's hands?

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As the article explained, kick with the top of your shoe. Try doing it really hard as you are kicking it.

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Where do I kick the ball if all places are filled up with good people?

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You should try to first look for gap. If there is not a gap, then you should kick it away from first base, but not too high, where they would be able to catch the ball.

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How do I catch a kickball better?

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Use your body and use your arms together to create a "bucket" so the ball doesn't bounce off your chest or your hands. Once the kickball drops in your bucket, squeeze tight so it can't slip out.

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What do I do if I am scared? I don't want to let my team down.

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You can't succeed if you let fear keep you from trying. Focus on attacking the ball and keep your thoughts positive. If you miss, try again.

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How do I know if I should keep running or stop?

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Always keep an eye out for the ball. If you see the person with the ball coming towards you, you should stay on your base. If they are not paying attention or somewhere else on the field, then that is a good time to run.

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Are there other ways to kick harder or is the shoelace/top of your foot the best tactic?

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Yes, If you hit the ball near the upper side of your shoe, you can get better results than the lace trick.

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How do I kick it super far?

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Make sure the ball is not touching the ground and kick with your laces right in the middle and straight forward - if you aim too low, it will just go up high.

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How do I kick hard line drives?

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Make sure the ball is not touching the ground and kick with your laces right in the middle and straight forward - if you aim too low it will just go up high.

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How do I pitch the ball?

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Roll it the same way you would roll a bowling ball. Keep your roll close to the ground so that it does not bounce too much. If you are feeling tricky, try spinning the ball as you throw it to throw off the kicker.

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How many people are needed for a team?

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At least 6 for a team.

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If I am on a base and the team switches, do I stay there while my team is in the outfield?

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When the teams switch and yours goes to the outfield, you go to the outfield as well. When the teams switch again and your team is kicking, you will go back to the base.

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How do I kick it well, but not as hard, to make it harder to field?

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You could go for a high, short shot, or you could "muff" the ball, by kicking the top of it.

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What if I are new and bad at kicking?

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You should practice and do what the article says. Keep doing that, and you will get better..

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How do I kick the ball really far and high?

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If you want to kick the ball really high, point your toes and kick with the "laces" of your foot - that is the upper middle part.

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I tried all these steps, but my team lost. How can we improve?

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Despite each player's individual talents, it takes time for a team to work cohesively. Once you have learned to make the most of each person's best qualities, your team will improve. Time and practice will change this.

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My team yells at me every time I mess up. How do I get better at the game and not let my team bully me?

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Ignore them. Try your hardest and someday you will probably be better than them if you believe you can be. You could also consider sitting down and talking with your team about their behavior. You may have to get your coach involved if you have one.

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Do I have to kick with the laces?

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Kicking with your laces is the best technique, but if you have strong legs and you're confident enough, you can kick with the side of your foot.

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Can I throw the ball at the runner to get him out?

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No, you can not. You must either be holding the ball or touch the base they are running to before they get there. You can also throw it to someone defending the base.

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How can I catch every ball?

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You probably won't be able to catch every single ball no matter what, so just practice as much as you can and do your best.

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What if I'm running to a base and get hit really badly with the ball (like in my private parts)?

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This should be considered an out/foul, but if it isn't, just try to dodge the ball. If you get hit, you will probably not be hurt too badly. The balls are not very hard. Tell your teammates you need a time out.

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What if the ball does not bounce. How should I kick?

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Still kick with all your power and put your foot partly underneath it so it goes high and far. Too far underneath the ball will make a foul or an easy out by a pop fly.

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When I kick the ball with my laces it hits hard ground balls. How can I correct this?

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Aim higher, so the ball can put its power into going far and high. Aim higher by bringing your leg up as high as you can.

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How do I catch the ball?

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Try to predict the ball's movement in the air before you catch it. It helps if you know the person who is kicking well. Also, catch with both your hands and arms against your body.

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How can I get better at bunting?

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Aim your foot where you want the ball to go, and then let the ball hit that exact spot.

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Can I have someone else do the kicks for me?

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It depends on the rules the players have decided on, but this wouldn't generally be allowed.

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Can I kick the ball in the air?

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Yes you can, but it wouldn't be a good idea as someone could catch it and get you out.

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How can I get the ball to go farther?

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You must kick it harder, and it will travel farther.

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If a ball goes out of bounds after it passes a base is it a foul?

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No, plus kickball doesn't have an out of bounds.unless the game of yours has, then it could be considered a foul.

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What is better, a fly ball or a ground ball? Why?

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A fly ball would be better because it gives a better chance to catch it.

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