How to Create a Baseball Field Diagram

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1. Design elements of baseball fields

The main object in a baseball field is the ball. Its shape depends on the field dimensions and the regulation. Generally, the field is diamond-shaped but can be a bit irregular, especially at professional and college levels.

2. Home plate position

First, decide where you want to place the home plate. It should be positioned on a straight line from the backstop and 25′ to 60′ from it depending on the league.

3. Pitching mound and base paths

The pitching mound is a low artificial hill located between first and third bases where the pitcher stands to throw his pitches. It is 18 feet (5.5 m) in diameter and 59 feet (18 m) from the rear point of home plate.

4. Foul poles in the outfield

On most professional and college baseball fields, there are foul poles placed 440 to 500 feet (130 to 150 m) from the ends of the outfield fence. A batted ball that touches the foul pole is awarded a home run.