Base Running & Base Stealing
The 80 feet between bases is where smart teams win. This module breaks down the reads, footwork, and decisions a Pony runner needs on an 80-foot diamond, where leadoffs, stealing, and balks are all live.
PONY Pony Division, League Age 13-14Tap a base to scout it
Each bag has its own job. Tap 1B, 2B, 3B, or Home on the diamond to pull up the base-running rules and coordination points specific to that base.
Explore the bases
Finish line
You reached the end of Lesson 6 of 8: Base Running & Base Stealing
Go on to lesson 7, or return to the Pony Dugout. Review any part from the Sections menu.
Reference only. Always defer to your league's adopted PONY Baseball rules (the Pony division follows Major League / OBR rules) and any local ground rules. Verify division-specific rules with your umpire-in-chief.
Connect learning and practice
Practice this skill
Run through first or discuss a caught-fly retouch, using the actual runner rules.
Read the complete setup, equipment and stop instructions before activity. A missed question never prescribes extra throwing.


