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Sports Team Positions - YAML

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"
  sport: "soccer"
  category: "goalkeeper"
  name: "Goalkeeper"
  abbreviation: "GK"
  number: 1
  description: "The last line of defense guarding the goal. The only player allowed to use hands within the field."
- code: "SOCCER-DF"
  slug: "soccer-defender"
  sport: "soccer"
  category: "defender"
  name: "Defender"
  abbreviation: "DF"
  description: "The defensive core preventing opponent attacks. Includes sub-positions like CB, SB, and SW."
- code: "SOCCER-MF"
  slug: "soccer-midfielder"
  sport: "soccer"
  category: "midfielder"
  name: "Midfielder"
  abbreviation: "MF"
  description: "The link between defense and offense. Game makers who control the match."
- code: "SOCCER-FW"
  slug: "soccer-forward"
  sport: "soccer"
  category: "forward"
  name: "Forward"
  abbreviation: "FW"
  description: "The main attacking force aiming for goals. Includes roles like CF, WG, and SS."
- code: "BASEBALL-P"
  slug: "baseball-pitcher"
  sport: "baseball"
  category: "pitcher"
  name: "Pitcher"
  abbreviation: "P"
  number: 1
  description: "Throws the ball from the mound to get batters out. A crucial position that determines the game's outcome."
- code: "BASEBALL-C"
  slug: "baseball-catcher"
  sport: "baseball"
  category: "catcher"
  name: "Catcher"
  abbreviation: "C"
  number: 2
  description: "Receives the pitcher's throws behind home plate. The team's field general."
- code: "BASEBALL-1B"
  slug: "baseball-first-baseman"
  sport: "baseball"
  category: "infielder"
  name: "First Baseman"
  abbreviation: "1B"
  number: 3
  description: "Infielder guarding first base. Securely catches throws from other infielders."
- code: "BASEBALL-2B"
  slug: "baseball-second-baseman"
  sport: "baseball"
  category: "infielder"
  name: "Second Baseman"
  abbreviation: "2B"
  number: 4
  description: "Infielder guarding second base. Key to double plays."
- code: "BASEBALL-3B"
  slug: "baseball-third-baseman"
  sport: "baseball"
  category: "infielder"
  name: "Third Baseman"
  abbreviation: "3B"
  number: 5
  description: "Infielder guarding third base. Known as the hot corner."
- code: "BASEBALL-SS"
  slug: "baseball-shortstop"
  sport: "baseball"
  category: "infielder"
  name: "Shortstop"
  abbreviation: "SS"
  number: 6
  description: "Infielder between second and third base. The keystone with the widest defensive range."
- code: "BASEBALL-LF"
  slug: "baseball-left-fielder"
  sport: "baseball"
  category: "outfielder"
  name: "Left Fielder"
  abbreviation: "LF"
  number: 7
  description: "Outfielder guarding left field. Handles pulled hits from right-handed batters."
- code: "BASEBALL-CF"
  slug: "baseball-center-fielder"
  sport: "baseball"
  category: "outfielder"
  name: "Center Fielder"
  abbreviation: "CF"
  number: 8
  description: "Outfielder guarding center field. The key outfielder covering the widest range."
- code: "BASEBALL-RF"
  slug: "baseball-right-fielder"
  sport: "baseball"
  category: "outfielder"
  name: "Right Fielder"
  abbreviation: "RF"
  number: 9
  description: "Outfielder guarding right field. Prevents runners from advancing with a strong arm."
- code: "BASKETBALL-PG"
  slug: "basketball-point-guard"
  sport: "basketball"
  category: "guard"
  name: "Point Guard"
  abbreviation: "PG"
  number: 1
  description: "The team's floor general. Handles ball handling, passing, and playmaking."
- code: "BASKETBALL-SG"
  slug: "basketball-shooting-guard"
  sport: "basketball"
  category: "guard"
  name: "Shooting Guard"
  abbreviation: "SG"
  number: 2
  description: "Scoring specialist. Weaponizes outside shooting and drives."
- code: "BASKETBALL-SF"
  slug: "basketball-small-forward"
  sport: "basketball"
  category: "forward"
  name: "Small Forward"
  abbreviation: "SF"
  number: 3
  description: "All-rounder who excels on both offense and defense."
- code: "BASKETBALL-PF"
  slug: "basketball-power-forward"
  sport: "basketball"
  category: "forward"
  name: "Power Forward"
  abbreviation: "PF"
  number: 4
  description: "Key inside player. Main roles are rebounding and setting screens."
- code: "BASKETBALL-C"
  slug: "basketball-center"
  sport: "basketball"
  category: "center"
  name: "Center"
  abbreviation: "C"
  number: 5
  description: "The team's anchor. Dominates rebounds and blocks shots."