Sentence: As Johnny walked up to the plate, the opposing team prayed for a strike

[Raoudha]

Hello Mr Torsten,
I didn't understand this sentence, could you explain it to me, please? Thank you in advance.
As Johnny walked up to the plate, the opposing team prayed for a strike or a foul ball.

[Raoudha]

what does strike or foul ball mean in a football match?

[Maryann]

Hi, Raoudha. It's not a football terminology in the sentence above but that of baseball.
Here is the link where you can find a proper explanation of Foul ball

Maryann