Why are you told to run on the field?

1. To speed up preparation for the next play

Baseball is a sport where play stops after every pitch. That is precisely why players moving quickly between plays allows for a game to proceed at a good tempo. For example:

• Running to your defensive position during a defensive substitution

• Running back to the bench during a change of innings

Running is extremely important for creating the flow of the game.

2. To avoid showing openings to the opponent

If you walk around sluggishly, the opponent will think, 'This team isn't focused' or 'They have openings.' The sight of everyone running briskly puts pressure on the opponent.

3. To boost team morale

The sight of everyone running energetically on the field gives a good impression to those watching. When the entire team acts in unison, a sense of unity is born, and the atmosphere tightens.

4. To prevent unnecessary injuries

When moving by walking, your attention to your surroundings tends to wander. By running, your awareness of your surroundings increases, making it easier to avoid batted balls or collisions with other players, which leads to accident prevention.

5. Because it is a standard habit even in professional baseball

In professional baseball, many teams enforce the rule of 'running on the field.' Running during pre-game defensive practice, during substitutions, and while base running is a fundamental professional action.

In other words, running is not just for physical conditioning; it is an important action directly linked to actual play, such as 'preparing for the next step,' 'creating a team atmosphere,' and 'intimidating the opponent'.