Baseball Scorebook: Free Printable Template for Coaches and Scorekeepers
A clean, printable baseball scorebook page with room for a 9-batter lineup, 9 innings, substitutions, and pitching stats. Uses standard scoring notation that works from Little League to varsity.
A baseball scorebook is one of those tools that every coach, team parent, and dedicated scorekeeper needs in their bag. Whether you're tracking at-bats for a Little League game or keeping detailed stats for a high school program, having a reliable scoring template makes the job easier and keeps your records consistent all season.
This free printable baseball scorebook template uses standard scoring notation that works at every level of play. It includes space for a full 9-batter lineup across 9 innings, with room for substitutions, pitching stats, and inning-by-inning totals. Print a stack before the season starts and you're set.
If you're new to keeping score, don't worry. We've included a complete guide to baseball scoring notation below the template so you can learn as you go. Need a simpler option? Check out our baseball score sheet for a stripped-down version. And if you're getting your team ready for the season, take a look at our custom baseball jerseys and baseball uniforms.
What This Template Includes
Everything you need to score a complete baseball game on a single page.
Batting Grid
- •9 batting order slots with player name and number
- •Position column for each batter
- •9 inning columns with at-bat result boxes
- •Mini diamond in each box for tracking baserunners
- •Substitution rows between each batting slot
Game Summary
- •Runs per inning row (R)
- •Hits per inning row (H)
- •Errors per inning row (E)
- •Left on base per inning (LOB)
- •Pitching log: IP, H, R, ER, BB, K per pitcher
Scorebook Template Preview
Print this template for every game. One page per team, per game.
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PITCHING LOG
| Pitcher | IP | H | R | ER | BB | K | Pitches |
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How to Use This Scorebook
Step-by-step instructions for keeping score during a baseball game.
Fill in the lineup before the game
Write each player's name, number, and defensive position in batting order. Leave the substitution rows blank for now.
Record each at-bat
As each batter comes up, write the result in the corresponding inning box. Use standard notation: 1B, 2B, 3B, HR for hits; BB for walks; K for strikeouts; fielding numbers for outs (6-3 for a groundout short to first).
Track baserunners on the diamond
The small diamond in each box represents the bases. Draw a line from home toward first for a single, to second for a double, and so on. Fill in the diamond completely when a runner scores. This visual system makes it easy to trace how runs crossed the plate.
Tally each inning
After the third out, count up runs, hits, and errors for that inning and record them in the summary rows at the bottom. Draw a diagonal line in the last batter's box to show where the inning ended.
Fill in pitching stats after the game
Record each pitcher's innings pitched, hits, runs, earned runs, walks, and strikeouts in the pitching log. This is essential for tracking pitch counts and managing arms throughout the season.
Standard Baseball Scoring Notation
Quick reference for the abbreviations used in every scorebook.
Hit Outcomes
- 1BSingle
- 2BDouble
- 3BTriple
- HRHome Run
Other Outcomes
- BBWalk (Base on Balls)
- HBPHit by Pitch
- KStrikeout (swinging)
- ʜStrikeout (looking)
- SACSacrifice Bunt
- SFSacrifice Fly
Position Numbers
- 1Pitcher
- 2Catcher
- 3First Base
- 4Second Base
- 5Third Base
- 6Shortstop
- 7Left Field
- 8Center Field
- 9Right Field
Common Out Notations
- 6-3Groundout, short to first
- 4-3Groundout, second to first
- 5-3Groundout, third to first
- F7Fly out to left field
- F8Fly out to center field
- F9Fly out to right field
- DPDouble Play (add fielders, e.g., 6-4-3)
When to Use This Scorebook
The right situations for a full scorebook vs. a simpler scoring method.
Regular season games. This is the primary use case. Print one sheet per team, per game. Your scorekeeper fills it out in real time, and you've got a permanent record of every at-bat, run, and pitching change.
Tournaments. When you're playing 3-5 games in a weekend, a scorebook keeps stats organized across multiple games. Total up each player's at-bats, hits, and RBIs at the end of the tournament for a quick performance snapshot.
Stat tracking for the season. Coaches who keep scorebooks for every game can compile season stats that matter: batting averages, on-base percentages, innings pitched, and strikeout rates. This data is gold for high school players building a recruiting profile.
When you need something simpler. If you just need to track the score by inning without detailed at-bat records, use our baseball score sheet instead. It's faster and works great for rec league games or when you don't have a dedicated scorekeeper.
Tips for Coaches and Scorekeepers
Make your scorekeeping faster, cleaner, and more useful.
Train a parent to keep score
At the youth level, recruit a team parent who's willing to learn. Give them this template and the notation guide, and have them practice during a scrimmage before doing a real game. Most parents pick it up within an inning or two.
Use pencil, not pen
Scoring mistakes happen. An eraser saves you from messy cross-outs that make the scorebook hard to read later. Keep a pencil and a good eraser in your scorebook kit.
Fill in the lineup from the lineup card
Using a lineup template to plan your lineup before the game means the scorekeeper can copy it directly. This avoids confusion about batting order and starting positions.
Mark pitching changes clearly
Draw a horizontal line across the batting order at the point where a new pitcher enters the game. This makes it easy to count innings pitched and attribute runs to the correct pitcher after the game.
Keep scorebooks for recruiting
For high school coaches, a season's worth of scorebooks gives you verified stats when college coaches ask about a player. Game-by-game data is more credible than estimates, and it takes no extra effort if you're already keeping score.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do you keep score in baseball?
Each batter gets a small box for every at-bat. You record the result using standard abbreviations: 1B (single), 2B (double), 3B (triple), HR (home run), BB (walk), K (strikeout), and fielding numbers (1-9) for outs. Trace the runner's path around the bases by drawing lines on a small diamond inside each box. At the end of each inning, tally runs, hits, and errors in the inning summary row.
What do the numbers 1-9 mean in baseball scoring?
Each defensive position is assigned a number: 1 (pitcher), 2 (catcher), 3 (first base), 4 (second base), 5 (third base), 6 (shortstop), 7 (left field), 8 (center field), 9 (right field). When recording an out, you write the numbers of the fielders involved. A groundout to shortstop thrown to first base is written as 6-3. A fly ball caught by the center fielder is F8.
What is the best way to track pitching stats in a scorebook?
Use a separate section at the bottom of the scorebook page for each pitcher. Track innings pitched (IP), hits allowed (H), runs (R), earned runs (ER), walks (BB), and strikeouts (K). Draw a line across the batting order where each pitcher enters and exits the game so you can attribute stats correctly. Some coaches also track pitch counts per inning.
Can I use this scorebook for youth baseball?
Yes. This scorebook template works for any level of baseball, from tee ball through high school. Youth games may use fewer innings (typically 6 instead of 9), but the scoring method is the same. The template includes columns for 9 innings so you can use it at any level. For younger divisions, you can ignore the extra inning columns.
What does a backwards K mean in baseball scoring?
A backwards K means the batter struck out looking, meaning the third strike was called by the umpire without the batter swinging. A regular K means the batter struck out swinging. This distinction helps coaches review at-bats and understand whether hitters are being aggressive or passive at the plate.
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