Slo-Pitch Softball Q&A

Yes, there is professional softball. However, it’s not as widely followed as professional baseball.

In the U.S., professional fastpitch leagues are popular, and women’s softball at the Olympi...

Most softballs are bright yellow with red stitches. The high-visibility yellow makes it easier for players and fans to track the ball during play, especially under lights or in the outfield. While ...

OPS stands for On-base Plus Slugging. OPS is a statistic that combines a player’s ability to get on base (OBP) with their power hitting (SLG). A higher OPS indicates a strong offensive player who n...

DP stands for Double Play, which occurs when the defensive team records two outs in a single continuous play. Double plays often involve quick, coordinated fielding and are a critical part of infie...

A grand slam happens when a batter hits a home run with the bases loaded, scoring four runs for their team. It’s one of the most exciting parts of softball and baseball.

Nothing feels better ...

A slapper is a batter who uses a controlled, sideways swing to place the ball strategically in the infield while also attempting to run to first base quickly.

Slapping is common in fastpitch ...