When it comes to hitting in slow pitch softball, regardless of skill level, there are some tips that can be applied to increase your on base percentage. Everybody loves hitting, so let’s make sure you maximize your abilities. Check out these 6 simple tips. You will appreciate it and so will your softball teammates when ...
A few weeks ago I wrote an article about the Women’s College Softball World Series and I was asked by fellow writer Brian Joura if I thought that the pitching mound in softball should be moved back. This is a common question because in softball the pitching mound is closer than it is in baseball. ...
A key component of the game of softball is the bat. Many softball parents and players, however, find it difficult to decide what kind of bat to purchase. So what does a beginner look for when buying a softball bat? I’ve been playing recreational softball for 25 years and now have a daughter who is ...
Choosing a softball bat depends on many factors including hitter size, skill level, accuracy, swing speed and type of softball played. Many softball leagues have certain requirements and limitations for softball bats that are acceptable for use on the playing field. Be sure to obtain these guidelines before purchasing a softball bat, otherwise the entire ...
The Amateur Softball Association announced the 25 players who will be competing for the Softball Player of the Year this past week. LSU was pleased to see Leslie Klein’s name among the finalists for the USA Softball Collegiate Player of the Year. This is Klein’s second consecutive year to be named a finalist. She is ...
Did you know that there are 952 NCAA schools that sponsor the sport of softball; 276 in Division I, 268 in Division II, and 408 in Division III? In North Carolina alone, there are 13 schools that sponsor the sport, including 10 of the state’s 17 state universities. The schools in NC with softball teams ...
An old sport is growing in popularity as the the baby boomer’s of America grow older. That sport is Senior Softball. Softball has been an American sport that is played by everyone. In recent years, one area that of the sport that has flourished, is with Senior citizens. Senior Softball got it’s start in the ...
Finding the right softball or baseball glove for a young girl can be challenging. But, making the right decision when it comes to purchasing a mitt for your little athlete is possible when you keep in mind these important glove-buying tips. Baseball/Softball Player’s Age, Position & Dominant Hand Dick’s Sporting Goods provides an easy to ...
Batting cages are a great place to practice your baseball or softball swing, pass a lazy afternoon or participate in active and possibly competitive activity. With the beautiful year-round weather and so many baseball and softball fields in South Florida, practicing at a batting cage will be of help to become a better hitter. Try ...
Softball was added to the Olympic games in 1996. This was a great opportunity for players to showcase their abilities on the international stage. Although there is a professional league for softball in the United States, players do not rely on it for income, only the opportunity to improve their skills and compete against others. ...
