Did Softball derive from a baseball game or a football game?
Softball derived from a Yale versus Harvard FOOTBALL game.
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What is the time limit for the game?
50 minutes
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What is step #1 and step #2 of batting?
Step #1: Line up your middle knuckles when holding the bat. Don't choke up on it too much. Hold the bat up to your back shoulder, and barrel the bat up. Stand with your feet in whatever stance feels comfortable. Step #2: Only swing at good pitches. Don't swing at anything above your shoulders or below your waist.
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What do you do when the ball is coming toward you and it's above the waist?
If the ball is coming toward you and it's above your waist, catch the ball with the glove pointed toward the sky!
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What is the most important part of pitching?
The most important part of pitching is the delivery. It’s really important to make your delivery the same every time.
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How has the ball used in softball evolved since 1887?
In 1887, the first game was played with a glove. Today, we use a leathered covered ball with a circumference of 10 to 16 inches.
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Who is the only player that can address the refs during a game?
The Captain
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What is step #3 and step #4 of batting?
Step #3: Keep your weight even. When you go to swing, slide your weight back, then step towards the pitcher as you swing, bringing your weight back to 50/50. Step #4: To swing, get your hands out in front of you, drive the bat head to the ball, and follow through on the same plane as the ball. Always keep your eye on the ball.
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What do you do when the ball is coming toward you and it's below your waist?
If the ball is coming toward you and it's below your waist, catch the ball with the glove pointed toward the ground!
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How do you generate momentum when you pitch?
You use your leg drive to generate momentum.
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What "equipment" was used at the first "softball" game?
Boxing glove and broom handle.
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How many outfielders are allowed on the field?
4
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What is step #6 and 7 of batting?
#6: Snap all the way through. When you hit the ball, make sure you swing all the way through. #7: When you get better at hitting the ball, start aiming for the top half, it actually creates a backspin to carry the ball up and out.
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How do you catch a softball?
Use two hands to catch the ball. Squeeze the glove closed using your free hand to completely trap the ball.
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How do you grip the ball for a fast pitch? And when do you release the ball?
You place your hand over the “C” created by the seams and place your fingertips on the seams. You release the ball in front of your back leg and your arm has to be close to your body
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What day was the first softball game played?
On Thanksgiving Day, 1887.
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How many infielders are allowed on the field?
6
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What is a short hit?
A bunt.
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How do you catch a groundball? Why?
When catching ground balls, put the fingertips of your glove on the ground to prevent the ball from going between your legs and into the outfield.
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When do you use a fast pitch?
A fast pitch is used when you need to get a head in the count and you need a strike
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Where and when was the first women's softball team formed?
The first women's softball team was formed in 1895 in Chicago's West Division High School in the United States.
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What are all the positions of softball?
First baseman, second baseman , third baseman, shortstop, left fielder, center fielder, right fielder, pitcher, and catcher are all the positions.
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What do the runners and the batters do when the ball is hit over the fence?
They don't have to run to each base, they can just run to the dugout.
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What is the #1 rule of catching?
Don't let the ball get past you. If you can't catch it, stop it!
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What is an important factor of pitching?
It’s really important to have control of your pitch and be able to place it on a corner.