Run the round

How to play First-to-Third Relay

Step 1

Pair softball base-running with relay decisions.

Step 2

Judge the relay result against the scoring rule before anyone resets.

Step 3

Reset the relay setup, rotate evenly, and stop at the agreed finish condition.

Guide details

Run it cleanly

Scoring

How the result works

6-18 players, about 20-45 min at Field Play. Pick turns, keep softball scoring visible, stop at target.

Example: Pair softball base-running with relay decisions.

Host tip

Keep it clean

Changing the feed, start line, or relay target between players. Keep the setup equal.

Safety: Allow only one active swing, kick, bowl, or throw at a time and keep everyone else behind the safety line.

Best for

Who it fits

6-18 who want a 20-45 min round.

Energy

Pace

High

Board Softball

Category Softball

Best for 6-18 who want a 20-45 min round.

Players 6-18

Time 20-45 min

Gear Softball, bat, bases or targets, and field

Space Diamond, field, cage, or safe hitting area

Energy High

Setup Start from Softball Board and tell the group the activity is First-to-Third Relay.

Twist it

Variations to try

Quick mode: play one short timer round, record the result, then decide rematch or switch.
Team mode: split into two teams and rotate turns so mixed skill stays playable.

Moment fit

Use it in these hubs

First-to-Third Relay also fits these setup-first pages when the group starts from the situation instead of the board.

Group share

Send the setup

We're playing First-to-Third Relay from Studboards. Pair softball base-running with relay decisions. Fits: Players: 6-18 | Time: 20-45 min | Gear: Softball, bat, bases or targets, and field Safety: Allow only one active swing, kick, bowl, or throw at a time and keep everyone else behind the safety line. View Idea: https://www.studboards.com/sports/softball/softball-first-to-third-relay.html

First-to-Third Relay

Quick start.