Articles in the ‘Softball’ Category

There are several determining factors that define the game of softball. These factors include the league, rules, type of softballs. Thus, the number of innings in a softball game can range anywhere between 3 to 9 innings. Under the most common scenario, the number of innings in a softball game is [...]

All the decisions related to the plays are made by the umpires of the game who monitor and control the game of softball. The role of these umpires in most of the circumstances is similar to that of the referees in case of American Football. The range of the umpires that are [...]

There is a well defined playing field in the game of softball. The division of the playing field is into two territories: a foul territory and a fair territory. The division of the fair territory is into the outfield, the infield and also the territory that exists behind the fence of [...]

There are several equipment required in the game of Softball. These include a bat, a ball, uniforms, gloves, among others. The use of protective gear is also done in the game which also includes the use of protective helmets that are used by the players of the offensive team. The defensive [...]

A total of 9 players are on the field at any given point in time in the game of softball. Though most of the times, ball primarily remains with the pitcher and the catcher but there are specific roles played by members of each of the teams. The pitcher, [...]