The quick answer to the question “Can fastpitch softball players use a baseball glove?” is no. But…if having a specialized softball glove is holding someone from playing this outstanding game, then the answer is an astounding yes! The ball glove is one of the most important pieces of equipment in both games. Let’s outline some of the difference to determine … Read more
So you have a group of players, but have aren’t sure how to start a travel team. You know if it would provide great benefits to the players, but are afraid to get started. This is very normal! Starting a travel softball team might sound easy. You get a few players, order uniforms, and enter some tournaments. But it’s not. Starting … Read more
There is so much parity in softball that players and teams will do anything they can to get an advantage. This guide in particular focuses on how to tell if a bat has been shaved or altered in anyway. Bat shaving is what is sounds like, the bat is shaved or thinned on the inside walls. The end cap … Read more
Learning softball is like learning a brand new language. There are many different terms you’ll hear from other parents, around the field, watching the game, and many other spots. To help you we’ve put together this large softball terms list, which includes 80 of the more common ones we can think of. Perhaps some are know, … Read more
Depending on your level of experience with softball, you may have heard some terms like “slap hitter” or “slapper” tossed around. The problem is – you probably aren’t exactly sure what a slapper is and what purpose they have. Slappers are hitters who run while they hit. They are great assets to a batting order because they are versatile, … Read more
Softball and baseball may look like similar games, but there are several obvious differences. From the way the ball is pitched, the size of the ball, differences in gloves, and the pace of the game – softball is strikingly different from baseball. One thing you might not be thinking of in terms of differences is … Read more
If you follow college softball, you may have noticed teams occasionally sporting teal uniforms, accessories, or ribbons on game days. This eye-catching color may leave you wondering — why do college softball teams wear teal? College softball teams wear teal to raise awareness for ovarian cancer. Teal symbolizes support for those affected by the disease, … Read more
If you’re new to softball — whether as a player, parent, or fan — one of the most common questions is: How long is a softball game? Unlike sports with a strict time clock like soccer or basketball, softball games are measured by innings. However, innings can take different amounts of time depending on the … Read more
If you’re new to softball, one of the first questions you might have is, “How many players are in a softball team?” The short answer is that most teams have 9 players on the field at a time. However, the total number of players on a team can vary depending on the level of play … Read more
If you’re a fan of softball or a new player learning the game, you might have heard the term “utility player.” But what exactly is a utility player in softball? In simple terms, a utility player is someone who can play multiple positions on the field. This kind of player is very valuable to a … Read more