Slo-Pitch Softball Glossary

Plan tournament duration based on team count. More teams require more time or additional fields.

A tournament bracket is a structured diagram that shows how teams or players progress through a competition. It lays out the matchups for each round, starting with all participants and narrowing down ...

A rare defensive move in softball or baseball where three outs are recorded in a single, continuous play. It requires quick reactions and precise teamwork, so triple plays are considered one of the mo...

A tumbler pitch in slo-pitch softball is a type of pitch where the ball is released with forward spin, causing it to “tumble” as it approaches the batter. This motion can make the ball harder to track...

The official who enforces the rules, calls balls and strikes, and makes decisions on plays in the field. Some games use multiple umpires (plate and base), while recreational leagues may have only one.

A hit that ends the game immediately by driving in the winning run in the home team’s final inning.

The primary bracket where undefeated teams compete. Teams that lose move to the losers bracket.