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Softball was invented in 1887 in Chicago as an indoor game called indoor baseball. It has since developed into a popular outdoor sport played with a larger ball on a smaller field than baseball. The game emphasizes fun, fitness, and teamwork. Essential skills include catching, throwing, and fielding ground balls using proper form and techniques.

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Softball

Softball was invented in 1887 in Chicago as an indoor game called indoor baseball. It has since developed into a popular outdoor sport played with a larger ball on a smaller field than baseball. The game emphasizes fun, fitness, and teamwork. Essential skills include catching, throwing, and fielding ground balls using proper form and techniques.

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SOFTBALL

Softball is a variant of baseball played with a larger ball on a smaller


field. It was invented in 1887 in Chicago as an indoor game. It was at various
times called indoor baseball, mush ball, playground, softbound ball, kitten
ball, and, because it was also played by women. The name softball was given
to the game in 1926. In contrast to baseball, the origins of the game of
softball are known with relative precision, both as to the date, time, place,
and person. It was in Chicago in 1887 (Thanksgiving Day, to be exact) that a
group of young men, beginning with some good-natured horse play, evolved
a structured game patterned after the rules of baseball, but designed for
indoor play. In fact, the game was originally called indoor baseball.
HEALTHAND FITNESS BENEFITS
1. Players have fun and learn to compete, understanding the challenges and
responsibilities of both victory and defeat.
2. Players gain confidence, determination, and self-esteem, becoming successful
leaders and team builders in all that they do.
3. Players participating in youth sports live longer, have fewer health issues, avoid
substance abuse, and are more likely to attend college.
4. Players families meet and advance our community, forming social networks for
activities, school, and professional life.
5. Players engage in a popular life sport, a game that can be played and enjoyed
for years to come with family, friends, and colleagues.
6. Players build positive habits associated with good health including proper
nutrition and physical fitness.
7. Players gain a working knowledge of all game fundamentals including rules
and experience at each position.
8. Players learn numerous team base skills including sportsmanship,
cooperation, organization, and responsibility.
9. Players improve and enhance a wide range of physical attributes including
balance, coordination, strength, and stamina.
10. Players share in a culture that emphasizes pride and team spirit, building
friendships with other kids from nearly a dozen area schools.
FACILITY AND EQUIPMENT
Playing Field — It is the area within which the ball may be legally played and fielded. It has a clear
and unobstructed area within the minimum radius of 220 ft. for junior and women fast pitch; or 250 ft.
for junior and men fast pitch.
❑ The One meter (3 ft.) line is drawn parallel to and 0.91 m (3 ft) from the baseline, starting at a
point halfway between home plate and first base.
❑ The Batter's On-Deck circle is a 1.52m (5 ft) circle 0.76m (2 1/2 ft) radius placed adjacent to the
end of players' bench or dugout area closest to the home plate.
❑ The Batter's Box, one on each side of home plate, 3 ft by 7 ft.
❑ The Catcher's Box 10 ft in length from the rear outside corners of the batters' boxes and 8' 5"
wide.
❑ Each Coach's Box is behind a line 15 ft drawn outside the diamond. The line is parallel to and 12
ft from the first and third baselines, extended from the bases toward home plate.
❑ Each Coach's Box is behind a line 15 ft drawn outside the diamond. The
line is parallel to and 12 ft from the first and third baselines, extended from
the bases toward home plate.
❑ The Home Plate is made of rubber. It is a five sided figure 17 in. in wide,
across the edge facing the pitcher. The sides are parallel to the inside lines
of the batter's box and 8 1/2 in long. The sides of the point facing the
catcher are 12 in long.
EQUIPMENT
l. The Pitcher's Plate is made of rubber
24 in long and 6 in wide.
2. The Home Plate
◦ The top of the plate shall be level with the ground
◦ The front line of the plate shall be the following distance from the outside
corner of home plate:
◦ Male Fast Pitch (Adult and Junior) — 14.02m (46 ft);
◦ Female Fast Pitch (Adult and Junior) 13.11m (43 ft)
3. The Bases, other than home plate is 15in square
and shall be made of canvas cc suitable material, and
not more than 5 in in thickness. The bases should be
seare4y fastened in position.
4. Bat is round and smooth and not more than 34 ln.
long and 3b ounces In weight
5. Ball is 12 1/2 in. circumference and 6 1/4 ounces
in weight.
6. Gloves and Mitts — Any player may wear a
glove, but only the catcher and first baseman may
use mitts.
7. Shoes should be worn
by all players.

8. Body Protector
ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES
While adaptable for general recreational use, softball is a game that demands good
performance of certain essential skills and techniques. Enjoyment from participation in the
game intensifies as skills improve.
Learning the basics of the game is a very important aspect in playing softball.
1. Catching: Catching correctly not only keeps you from getting hurt, but also makes it
easier for you to get ready to throw the ball.
Different Ways in Catching the Ball
1. If the ball is arriving above your waist, point the fingers of your glove and of your
throwing hands up.
2. If the ball is below your waist, position your fingers point down.
3. If the ball comes directly at your waist, position your glove hand palms down, fingers
parallel to the ground and thumbs down.
2. Throwing: Throws should be made quickly, accurately, and to the correct base or
fielder. You should be able to throw using an overhand, sidearm, and Understand motion.
One should spend more time on the overhand throw because with it, one can attain the
greatest accuracy.
Overhand Throw
a. Grip the ball across a seam with index and second fingers, thumb underneath, and
third and four fingers to the side, (all four fingers if hard is small).
b. Point the elbow away from the body as the arm moves backward.
c. Move body weight to the foot on the same side (rear foot) and rotate the trunk in that
direction.
d. Keep the waist extended until just before release.
e. Push off with the rear foot and step with the other foot in the direction of the intended
throw.
f. Rotate hips, trunk, and shoulders as the arm comes forward.
g. Lead with the elbow and snap the wrist as the ball is released opposite
the peak of the cap.
h. The throwing arm continues across the body for the follow- through.
i. Use a natural, rhythmical movement.
3. Fielding Ground Balls
j. Prior to the pitch, assume a ready position with the feet parallel and
wider than shoulder-width apart. Flex the knees and hips and place the
hands close to the ground.
k. Move forward ( change ) to the ball when it is hit.
l. Stay in front or get in front of ground balls.
d. Field ground balls with the feet in a stride position, knees slightly bent, and
the body crouched. On hard-hit bang, it may be advisable to the feet or drop
to one knee to block the ball.
e. Catch a group ball just as it Ieaves the ground on a bounce or after it has
reached the peak of its bounce
f. Keep the body and glove low on ground balls and move upward to make
the catch.
g. Keep the glove open and watch the ball into the glove.,

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