Pe Softball Filler

History of
softball
By: Clyde Dylan M. Palileo 8-South Cotabato
What is
softball?
Softball is like baseball, but there
is one huge difference comparing
the two. And it’s the bigger bat
and the smaller field, softball
rules are even different than the
ones you see in baseball.
The history of
softball
The portrait of the first softball team ---->
The earliest known

The name "softball" dates back to 1926.
softball game in history
The name was coined by Walter
was played in the year George Hancock was
Hakanson of the YMCA at a meeting of
1897, Chicago, Illinois the man who invented
the National Recreation Congress.[(In
on thanksgiving day. softball, he was
addition to "indoor baseball", "kitten
credited for the
ball", and "diamond ball", names for the
devlopment of the 17"
game included "mush ball", and
ball and an undersized
"pumpkin ball". The name softball had
bat.
spread across the US by 1930.
History of softball part 2
In 1895 Lewis Rober, Sr. of Minneapolis organized

outdoor games as exercise for firefighters;[8] this
game was known as kitten ball (after the first team to
play it), lemon ball, or diamond ball. Rober's version
of the game used a ball 12 inches (30 cm) in
circumference, rather than the 16-inch (41 cm) ball
used by the Farragut club, and eventually the
Minneapolis ball prevailed, although the dimensions
of the Minneapolis diamond were passed over in favor
of the dimensions of the Chicago one. Rober may not
have been familiar with the Farragut Club rules. Fire
Station No. 19 in Minneapolis, Rober's post from
1896 to 1906, was listed on the National Register of
Historic Places in part for its association with the
sport's development. The first softball league outside
the United States was organized in Toronto, Ontario,
in 1897.
History of softball part 3
By the 1940s, fast pitch began to The first British women's

dominate the game. Although slow softball league was established
pitch was present at the 1933 in 1953. In 1991, women's fast
World's Fair, the main course of pitch softball was selected to
action taken was to lengthen the debut at the 1996 Summer
pitching distance. Slow pitch achieved Olympics. The 1996 Olympics
formal recognition in 1953 when it also marked a key era in the
was added to the program of the introduction of technology in
Amateur Softball Association, and softball. The IOC funded a
within a decade had surpassed fast landmark bio-mechanical study
pitch in popularity. on pitching during the games.
Synopsis of Fastpitch softball is played between two teams on a large
field, with nine players (in 10u and above; 8u and below is
softball usually played with ten players on a field at once) from
one team on the field at a time. Slow-pitch softball is
played with ten fielders but can be played with nine if
needed.
The softball field is usually composed of a dirt or brick
dust infield that contains the shape and running areas of a
diamond and a grass outfield. However, the field can
consist of other solid and dry surfaces such as artificial
turf or asphalt. There are four bases on the infield: First
base, second base, third base, and home plate. The bases
are arranged in a square and are typically 60 feet (18 m)
apart. Near the center of this square is the pitcher's
circle, and within the circle is the "rubber", a small flat
rectangular plate a foot and a half in length. The rubber
distance from the plate in fastpitch can be as short as 35
feet for 10u players up to 43 feet for ages 14 and older. In
slow pitch softball, the rubber distance can be 43, 46 or
50 feet depending on age level and the league one is
playing in.
The playing field is divided into fair territory and foul territory. Fair
territory is further divided into the infield, and the outfield. The field
Playing field
is defined by foul lines that meet at a right angle at home plate. The
minimum length of the baselines varies classification of play (see
below for official measurements). A fence running between the
baselines defines the limits of the field; distance from home plate to
the fence varies by field. The widest part of the field is the distance
between the foul poles, which are erected where the foul lines meet
the fence, and are about 310 to 420 feet (94 to 128 m) apart
depending on the length of the foul lines. Home plate is one corner of
a diamond with bases at each corner. The bases are cushions 15
inches (38 cm) square, of canvas or a similar material, and not more
than 5 inches (13 cm) thick.
Softball
equipment
Ball
Despite the sport's name, the ball is not actually soft, though it
does have a lower density and greater coefficient of restitution
than a baseball.
The size of the ball varies according to the variety played and age
of the participants. The circumference for fastpitch for adults is
12±0.125 in (30.5±0.3 cm), with a mass between 6.25 and 7.0
oz (177 and 198 g), while children under 12 use a ball with a
circumference of 11±0.125 in (27.9±0.3 cm) with a mass
between 5.875 and 6.125 oz (166.6 and 173.6 g). A 12-inch
circumference ball is generally used in slow pitch. (For
comparison, a baseball is 9 to 9+1⁄4 inches (229–235 mm) in
circumference and has a mass between 5 and 5+1⁄4 ounces
(142–149 g).
Softball
Bat equipment
The bat used by the batter can be made of wood, aluminum, or
composite materials such as carbon fiber. Sizes may vary but
they may be no more than 34 inches (86 cm) long, 2.4 inches (6
cm) in diameter, or 38 ounces (1.1 kg) in mass.[26] The
standard barrel diameter for both slow pitch and fast pitch
softball bats is 21⁄4 inches.[27] Many players prefer a smaller
barrel, which reduces mass and allows higher swing speed.
Although there are a variety of bats used, there are several that
are banned due to performance enhancement. For example,
with a thinner wall, the ball recoils faster off the bat, allowing it
to travel further. Many bats may be "doctored" or "juiced" by
being end loaded, shaved, or painted. End loading of a cap
refers to the addition of weight manually placed at the end of
the barrel to distribute more weight at the tip.
Softball
Gloves equipment
All defensive players wear fielding gloves, made of leather or
similar material. Gloves have webbing between the thumb and
forefinger, known as the "pocket". Gloves used in softball are
typically larger than the ones used in baseball to account for
the larger ball. No glove larger than 14 in (36 cm) can be used
in ASA (American Softball Association) sanctioned play.
While extremely rare in recreational play, there are sometimes
different size gloves for different positions on the field.
Catchers and first baseman have what is called a mitt, whose
pockets are larger than other gloves. These are more padded.
An outfielder's glove is smaller than the catcher's, typically 12
inches to 13 inches for fast pitch softball or 12 to 15 inches for
slow pitch. An infielder's glove is the smallest, typically from
11.5 inches to 13 inches.
Softball
Uniform equipment
Each team wears a distinctive uniform. The uniform may
include a cap, a shirt displaying team colors and the players'
number, sliding undershorts/compression shorts (optional),
socks, and pants/athletic shorts. The team is required to have
all of its members wear the same uniform.
Caps, visors, and headbands are optional for female players,
and have to be the same color. Caps are mandatory for male
players. A fielder who chooses to wear a helmet or face mask is
not required to wear a cap.
Many players use "sliding shorts", otherwise known as
compression shorts in other sports. These can be outfitted with
a pouch for fitting a protective cup for male players. These
shorts also help to protect the upper thigh when sliding into a
base. "Sliders" may also be worn for similar protection.
Softball
Protective equipment equipment
Helmets must be worn by batters and runners. A helmet must
have two ear flaps, one on each side. Helmets and cages that
are damaged or altered are forbidden. In NCAA fastpitch
softball, players have the option to wear a helmet with or
without a face mask. Most female travel ball teams for
fastpitch softball require the batter to wear a helmet with a
face mask. In male fastpitch masks are generally only used for
medical reasons. In fastpitch, the catcher must wear a
protective helmet with a face-mask and throat protector, shin
guards and body protector. Shin guards also protect the
kneecap. In slow pitch, the catcher must wear a helmet, chest
protector and mask at youth levels. At adult levels, there is no
formal requirement for the catcher to wear a mask, although
the official rules recommend it. A catcher may optionally wear
a body protector in adult slow pitch.

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The earliest known

In 1895 Lewis Rober, Sr. of Minneapolis organized

By the 1940s, fast pitch began to The first British women's

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