Slo-Pitch Softball Glossary

Reporting the score in slo-pitch softball involves submitting the final game score to the league or tournament organizer. This is typically done by the umpire, team captain, or designated scorekeeper ...

Schedule all matchups efficiently across available time slots and fields. Balance rest time between games.

A balanced bat distributes its weight evenly along the entire length of the bat, providing a more controlled and quicker swing. It is ideal for players seeking better bat speed and precision.

Establish clear tiebreaking procedures: head-to-head record, run differential, runs allowed, or additional playoff games. Announce rules before tournament starts.

The shooting box is an informal term used in slo-pitch to describe the area where pitchers stand, often targeted by hitters aiming directly at the pitcher. This can make the pitching position particul...

The home run rule in slo-pitch softball limits the number of over-the-fence home runs a team can hit in a game. Once the limit is reached, any additional over-the-fence home runs are typically recorde...

A box score in slo-pitch softball is a statistical summary of a game, providing a breakdown of team and individual player performance. It typically includes information such as runs scored, hits, erro...

The 6 to 12 rule in slo-pitch softball refers to the allowed arc height range of a legal pitch. The ball must reach a minimum height of 6 feet and a maximum height of 12 feet above the ground during i...

A slice swing in slo-pitch softball is a hitting technique where the batter swings across the ball, creating cross-spin. This spin causes the ball to curve or “slice” away from fielders as it travels,...

A double elimination bracket is a tournament format where every team has to lose twice to be eliminated. All teams begin in the winners bracket, and when a team loses, it drops into the losers bracket...