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	Baseball - Printer-friendly - MSN Encarta
		Baseball is played on a level field, which usually covers about 2 acres (0.8 hectares).
		The baseball field is also designed with a number of markings that indicate the use of certain regions.
		These players are responsible for fielding, or handling, the ball when it is hit to the infield and for putting out runners as they attempt to advance around the diamond.
	encarta.msn.com /text_761577710___18/Baseball.html (2234 words)

	Baseball - MSN Encarta
		Baseball, competitive game of skill played with a hard ball and bat between two teams of nine players each.
		Baseball is often called the national pastime of the United States, because of its strong tradition and great popularity.
		Baseball is one of the oldest and most popular spectator sports.
	encarta.msn.com /encyclopedia_761577710/Baseball.html (897 words)

	Baseball - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Baseball on both the professional and amateur levels is popular in North America, Central America, parts of South America, parts of the Caribbean, and East Asia.
		Baseball is played between two teams of nine players each on a baseball field, under the authority of one or more officials, called umpires.
		Baseball's history is full of heroes and goats—men who in the heat of the moment (the "clutch") distinguished themselves with a timely hit or catch, or an untimely strikeout or error.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Baseball (10349 words)

	Baseball field - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		A baseball field or baseball diamond is the field upon which the game of baseball is played.
		baseball field, the pitcher's mound is a raised section in the middle of the diamond where the pitcher stands when throwing the pitch.
		In Major League Baseball, a regulation mound is 18 feet (5.5 m) in diameter, with the center 59 feet (18.0 m) from the rear point of home plate, on the line between home plate and second base.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Baseball_field (2417 words)

	Ballparks of Baseball-Tiger Stadium-Detroit Tigers
		By the 1908 season, the playing field was reduced as the main grandstand was extended into the field by 40 feet.
		The first major addition to Navin Field occured before the 1923 season when a second deck was added between the first and third base and a press box was added on top of the roof.
		To solve the problem, the right field line was shortened to 325 feet and the upper deck extended over the lower deck and over the playing field 10 feet.
	www.ballparksofbaseball.com /past/TigerStadium.htm (1123 words)

	Baseball Field Layout (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-04)
		The grass lines and dimensions shown on the diagrams are those used in many fields, but they are not mandatory and each club shall determine the size and shape of the grassed and bare areas of its playing field.
		NOTE (a) Any Playing Field constructed by a professional club after June 1, 1958, shall provide a minimum distance of 325 feet from home base to the nearest fence, stand or other obstruction on the right and left field foul lines, and a minimum distance of 400 feet to the center field fence.
		(b) No existing playing field shall be remodeled after June 1, 1958, in such manner as to reduce the distance from home base to the foul poles and to the center field fence below the minimum specified in paragraph (a) above.
	www.stevetheump.com /field_layout.htm (1090 words)

	Irish Baseball History
		A BRIEF HISTORY OF BASEBALL and SOFTBALL IN The Irish Baseball and Softball Federation (IBSF) was founded in 1989 with the primary purpose of furthering the growth and development of Baseball and Softball at all age and skill levels throughout Ireland.
		BASEBALL IRELAND is the recognised National Governing Body of Baseball in Ireland and is responsible for the development and promotion of baseball on the island of Ireland.
		Much of the interest generated in Baseball over the past few years can be attributed to the dream of a generous sponsor and the development of a purpose-built Baseball facility in Clondalkin, West Dublin.
	www.baseballireland.com /history.htm (931 words)

	Cooperstown Connection: Doubleday Field, a Diamond in the Pasture (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-04)
		Doubleday Field is internationally renowned; a recognizable name to baseball fans despite the fact it's nestled in the center of a village of only 2,400 year-round residents.
		After the land in which the lone baseball field in Cooperstown stood was purchased in 1917 to build a hospital, Cooperstown residents began to think of the Phinney lot as a suitable replacement.
		While Doubleday Field was playing host to mostly area youth, things changed in 1942, when World War II forced a minor league team, the Quebec Athletics of the Canadian-American League, to use it for spring training.
	www.baseballhalloffame.org /news/2005/050906.htm (1559 words)

	Baseball Field Layout and Construction
		Baseball and softball are the only major sports that are played on fields that have both turf and exposed soil for a playing surface.
		If it is truly a backyard field and fans behind the batters box are not likely, planting shrubs about 60 feet (minimum required for high school and college fields) behind home plate may prevent errant balls from rolling too far away from the field.
		A transit or field level is best for setting the height, but in a pinch, other methods my also work.
	www.baseball-almanac.com /stadium/baseball_field_construction.shtml (1537 words)

	Centre College Campus Tour: Baseball Field
		Located behind the bleachers of Farris Stadium, the baseball infield is restricted to baseball use only.
		Left field is used for additional practice space for the football team in the fall and right field is used for intramural football during the fall.
		The outfield may be used for recreation on a limited basis in the fall, but is limited to baseball use in the spring.
	www.centre.edu /web/glance/athletic_facilities/baseballfield.html (76 words)

	Albion College Baseball
		In 1995, the baseball facility was formally named Frank Joranko Field, in honor of retiring baseball coach and Briton alum (1952) Frank Joranko.
		A three-sport standout (baseball, basketball and football), Joranko participated in an era which some refer to as a "golden age" for the College, both in athletics and academics.
		Remaining intact is the field itself, although new sod is installed in front of home plate and along the first and third baselines.
	www.albion.edu /sports/baseball/joranko.asp (964 words)

	Build A Field
		The area required for a baseball field should be 400 feet by 400 feet, an area of approximately three acres.
		It's orientation may vary a little, depending on where the field will be located and the time the games will be played (afternoon or twilight).
		Attached to each end of the backstop should be a fence at least four feet high, 60 feet from the nearer foul line, and extending to the outfield fence where they join in foul territory at least 45 feet from he foul line.
	www.hsbaseballweb.com /build_a_field.htm (379 words)

	Pictures and History of Zell B. Miller Field (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-04)
		I sat in the bleachers at the old Ponce de Leon field and watched young Billy Goodman and Eddie Matthews of the Atlanta Crackers, as they made their way to the big leagues, where Goodman was an American League batting champion and Matthews was a Hall of Famer.
		Baseball endures because its myth and statistics endure.
		But also because I expect that his "Baseball" is going to give us a good look at 150 years of American history from a new and interesting angle.
	www.yhc.edu /studentlife/athletics/baseball/ZellBMillerField.html (1312 words)

	Howstuffworks "How Baseball Works"
		basketball, football and soccer), baseball is played on a wedge-shaped field, which resembles a quarter of a circle.
		On most fields, the dividing line between the two is where the grass of the outfield meets the dirt of the infield.
		Now that you are familiar with the geography of a baseball field, let's look at the players and their positions.
	entertainment.howstuffworks.com /baseball1.htm (1046 words)

	Fair territory and foul territory in baseball or softball.
		Fair territory and foul territory in baseball or softball.
		The shape of foul territory is different in each baseball park; it depends on how close the stands are to the playing field.
		Yellow, blue, and gray of Figure 1 (not the photo!) represent what is outside the playing field: stands, storage spaces, warm-up areas, streets, etc. They are not, strictly speaking, territory.
	mysite.verizon.net /dqk/baseball-rules/field2.html (259 words)

	Field Covers, Baseball Equipment, Baseball Uniforms and much more
		They are heavy duty field covers made to last with double stitched vinyl reinforced hems.
		Pitching mound and base covers are heavy duty vinyl mats that can be used to protect the pitcher's mound and the home plate area from excessive wear and tear.
		This package is perfect to protect each base and mound on the field.
	www.victorystore.com /Baseball_Nets/field_mound_covers.htm (293 words)

	Baseball Fields of Colorado
		One question that was frequently asked was, "Why don't you build Baseball Fields of Colorado?" I did not think I would ever say yes, but in 2005, I finally stepped up to the plate and delivered.
		For all the lost baseball and softball players, parents, and coaches out there, this website is for you.
		As an ex-coach and a former baseball dad, I know how frustrating it can be when you are trying to find a baseball field.
	www.baseballfieldsofcolorado.com (232 words)

	La Grave Baseball Field in Fort Worth
		It was decided to have a look at this Ballpark which had become the envy of the league, as it was assumed it must be spectacular, what with the Ballpark in Arlington just down the road a few miles.
		La Grave Field is just north of the famed Fort Worth Stockyards, a location where indoor plumbing is brag worthy.
		Up close and inside, La Grave Field seems a pleasant old-style ball field, the sort that any town of 20 to 30,000 population would be proud of.
	www.durangotexas.com /eyesontexas/fortworth/lagrave.htm (821 words)

	Hammons Field in Springfield, MO
		Hammons Field is in my opinion the best of 2005's new parks, if you'll permit me to categorize it as opening this year (when it actually made its debut in 2004, but there was no pro ball until 2005).
		In center field, of course, is a "batter's eye," but this one isn't the typical dark-colored netting or wall.
		It's very large and gives you a lot of information, and the (video) screen is great for providing replays." I have to agree with her, as it is one of the outstanding "big-league" elements of the ballpark.
	www.baseballparks.com /Springfield.asp (2913 words)

	Field of Dreams (1989) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-04)
		After the filming was completed, the family owning the farm kept the field, and added a small hut where you could buy inexpensive souvenirs.
		As of 1990, visitors were free to come to the field and play baseball as they please.
		Of course, if you do love baseball for the sheer beauty and grace of it, along with the undeniable impact/fabric it has had on America, then this movie does border on the religious experience (which many have alluded to).
	www.imdb.com /title/tt0097351 (694 words)

	Rick Newville's Field of Dreams
		Tryouts for the school baseball teams are held in October, and the teams practice thereafter, weather permitting.
		The field got a much-needed rest from August 1 until October, when the preseason tryouts were held to start the cycle once again.
		And, he'll tackle a new field and new challenge moving from the baseball coaching staff to serve as head softball coach.
	www.baseballtoddsdugout.com /ricksfield.html (2085 words)

	The dimensions and essential parts of a baseball field.
		The dimensions and essential parts of a baseball field.
		The lines and the poles divide the field into fair and foul territories, which is of the utmost importance, because they have a lot to say about whether a baseball that is hit becomes a fair-ball (maybe good for the offense) or a foul-ball (almost never good for the offense).
		Speaking of the field dimensions in the Official Rules of Little League Baseball, this book's last chapter has the 2003 rules.
	mysite.verizon.net /dqk/baseball-rules/field1.html (496 words)

	LHS Baseball Field (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-04)
		In 2005 new dirt was purchased for the field.
		In 2004 the bullpens were ono the field to allow for more mounds.
		The Storage shed was moved for direct access from the field.
	www.humboldt.k12.nv.us /respinola/baseball/field.htm (139 words)

	National Baseball Facility
		The fields are the centrepiece of Baseball activity in Ireland and play host to regular season league games for adult and youth teams as well as international fixtures.
		With the addition of this purpose built national Baseball facility the total number of youth and adult baseball teams and the profile of the sport is expected to grow significantly over the coming years.
		Walk for about 5 minutes and the fields will be located to the right past a row of trees.
	www.baseballireland.com /fields.htm (404 words)

	Holliston Youth Baseball and Softball Association: Field Locations (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-04)
		The baseball field is at the far end of the field away from the parking lot.
		The softball field is located nearest the parking lot.
		The field is located to the left and behind the Mission Springs building.
	eteamz.active.com /hollistonbaseballsoftball/locations (155 words)

	Baseball Michigan State University Spartans, Official Athletic Site - Baseball
		The Michigan State baseball program is pleased to announce that Dale A. Petroskey, President of the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, will be honored as the MSU Baseball Alumnus of the Year at the second-annual First Pitch Dinner on Sunday, Feb. 18.
		Other baseball celebrities are also scheduled to attend the event, including Hall of Famer Robin Roberts, and there will be a silent auction with numerous items of baseball memorabilia.
		Nestled in Old College Field along the Red Cedar River, the historic baseball field underwent summer renovations to resurface and make improvements to the playing area.
	msuspartans.cstv.com /sports/m-basebl/msu-m-basebl-body.html (760 words)

	Welcome to Western Hills Baseball
		Welcome to Western Hills Baseball, one of the oldest, largest and finest recreational youth baseball leagues in the greater Austin and Central Texas area.
		It is the philosophy of Western Hills Baseball that all children should have the opportunity to participate in the game of baseball.
		Western Hills is proud to present National Champs Camp, a baseball instruction company founded and staffed by former National Champion and current professional ballplayers.
	www.whll.org (510 words)

	Lehigh Baseball Field - Lehigh
		Over the years the Lehigh Baseball Field has received numerous upgrades, including the addition of new hitting cages and bullpens, and a new outfield fence that was donated by Lehigh baseball alumni and parents.
		An infield tarp was also purchased to preserve the field during inclement weather.
		The field is slated to receive several additional improvements in the near future, including new dugouts, expanded seating, and a new drainage system.
	www.lehighsports.com /info/facilities/goodmanfield.asp (99 words)

	Baseball Field Dimensions, Diagrams, and Simple Rules
		Basically, the action rules of baseball are the same for the Major Leagues, Babe Ruth League, Dixie Youth League, and Little League.
		The field dimensions of the latter are smaller, as are the field dimensions for softball, a variety of the game that uses a bigger, somewhat softer ball.
		And click on Ask the Umps to ask me, an umpire, or other fans about the rules of baseball or softball at any level of play.
	official-rules.org (254 words)

	Baseball Almanac - Baseball Ballparks, Stadiums, Fields, Parks and Domes
		Newer ballparks are being built almost yearly to maximize team profits while older stadiums are becoming relics of the past.
		Baseball Almanac is pleased to present to you the information you need to contact any current ballpark AND walk through a few green fields of yesteryear.
		On April 12, 1909, Shibe Park opened and became the first all concrete and steel constructed baseball ballpark in the world.
	baseball-almanac.com /stadium.shtml (327 words)

	Baseball Field Maintenance Equipment
		Made from heavy duty steel and painted optic yellow, these foul poles are easy to see during day or night games and the extra-wide wing will help umpires get all calls right.
		Our high quality baseball tarps solve the problem of both rain and wind, without using stakes or sandbags.
		A temporary backstop that is ideal for making a baseball field out of any open space, the Port-A-Stop can be set up by one person in minutes!
	www.baseballtips.com /fieldequipment.html (437 words)

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