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Sports Team Positions - TOML

Sports team positions define the roles and locations that players assume in each sport. In soccer, there are four main positions: GK, DF, MF, and FW. In baseball, there are nine positions: pitcher, catcher, infielders, and outfielders. In basketball, there are five basic positions: PG, SG, SF, PF, and C. Each position has specific roles, required skills, and tactical importance, forming crucial elements of overall team strategy.

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code = "SOCCER-GK"
slug = "soccer-goalkeeper"
name = "Goalkeeper"
description = "The last line of defense guarding the goal. The only player allowed to use hands within the field."
abbreviation = "GK"
category = "goalkeeper"
number = 1
sport = "soccer"

[[items]]
code = "SOCCER-DF"
slug = "soccer-defender"
name = "Defender"
description = "The defensive core preventing opponent attacks. Includes sub-positions like CB, SB, and SW."
abbreviation = "DF"
category = "defender"
number = ""
sport = "soccer"

[[items]]
code = "SOCCER-MF"
slug = "soccer-midfielder"
name = "Midfielder"
description = "The link between defense and offense. Game makers who control the match."
abbreviation = "MF"
category = "midfielder"
number = ""
sport = "soccer"

[[items]]
code = "SOCCER-FW"
slug = "soccer-forward"
name = "Forward"
description = "The main attacking force aiming for goals. Includes roles like CF, WG, and SS."
abbreviation = "FW"
category = "forward"
number = ""
sport = "soccer"

[[items]]
code = "BASEBALL-P"
slug = "baseball-pitcher"
name = "Pitcher"
description = "Throws the ball from the mound to get batters out. A crucial position that determines the game's outcome."
abbreviation = "P"
category = "pitcher"
number = 1
sport = "baseball"

[[items]]
code = "BASEBALL-C"
slug = "baseball-catcher"
name = "Catcher"
description = "Receives the pitcher's throws behind home plate. The team's field general."
abbreviation = "C"
category = "catcher"
number = 2
sport = "baseball"

[[items]]
code = "BASEBALL-1B"
slug = "baseball-first-baseman"
name = "First Baseman"
description = "Infielder guarding first base. Securely catches throws from other infielders."
abbreviation = "1B"
category = "infielder"
number = 3
sport = "baseball"

[[items]]
code = "BASEBALL-2B"
slug = "baseball-second-baseman"
name = "Second Baseman"
description = "Infielder guarding second base. Key to double plays."
abbreviation = "2B"
category = "infielder"
number = 4
sport = "baseball"

[[items]]
code = "BASEBALL-3B"
slug = "baseball-third-baseman"
name = "Third Baseman"
description = "Infielder guarding third base. Known as the hot corner."
abbreviation = "3B"
category = "infielder"
number = 5
sport = "baseball"

[[items]]
code = "BASEBALL-SS"
slug = "baseball-shortstop"
name = "Shortstop"
description = "Infielder between second and third base. The keystone with the widest defensive range."
abbreviation = "SS"
category = "infielder"
number = 6
sport = "baseball"

[[items]]
code = "BASEBALL-LF"
slug = "baseball-left-fielder"
name = "Left Fielder"
description = "Outfielder guarding left field. Handles pulled hits from right-handed batters."
abbreviation = "LF"
category = "outfielder"
number = 7
sport = "baseball"

[[items]]
code = "BASEBALL-CF"
slug = "baseball-center-fielder"
name = "Center Fielder"
description = "Outfielder guarding center field. The key outfielder covering the widest range."
abbreviation = "CF"
category = "outfielder"
number = 8
sport = "baseball"

[[items]]
code = "BASEBALL-RF"
slug = "baseball-right-fielder"
name = "Right Fielder"
description = "Outfielder guarding right field. Prevents runners from advancing with a strong arm."
abbreviation = "RF"
category = "outfielder"
number = 9
sport = "baseball"

[[items]]
code = "BASKETBALL-PG"
slug = "basketball-point-guard"
name = "Point Guard"
description = "The team's floor general. Handles ball handling, passing, and playmaking."
abbreviation = "PG"
category = "guard"
number = 1
sport = "basketball"

[[items]]
code = "BASKETBALL-SG"
slug = "basketball-shooting-guard"
name = "Shooting Guard"
description = "Scoring specialist. Weaponizes outside shooting and drives."
abbreviation = "SG"
category = "guard"
number = 2
sport = "basketball"

[[items]]
code = "BASKETBALL-SF"
slug = "basketball-small-forward"
name = "Small Forward"
description = "All-rounder who excels on both offense and defense."
abbreviation = "SF"
category = "forward"
number = 3
sport = "basketball"

[[items]]
code = "BASKETBALL-PF"
slug = "basketball-power-forward"
name = "Power Forward"
description = "Key inside player. Main roles are rebounding and setting screens."
abbreviation = "PF"
category = "forward"
number = 4
sport = "basketball"

[[items]]
code = "BASKETBALL-C"
slug = "basketball-center"
name = "Center"
description = "The team's anchor. Dominates rebounds and blocks shots."
abbreviation = "C"
category = "center"
number = 5
sport = "basketball"