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Differences Between Softball and Baseball The softball is usually about 12 inches in circumference, compared to 9 inches for a baseball
The ball is pitched underhand in softball, overhand in baseball
The bases are 60 feet apart in softball, 90 feet apart in baseball
There are 7 innings in a softball game, 9 in a baseball game
Softball starting players may re-enter the game after the first substitution (a second substitution is permanent, the starter may not re-enter). In baseball, a substitution of any kind is permanent
Softball is pitched from a flat 'circle', instead of a mound, as in baseball
The softball infield is all dirt, baseball has grass in the infield
Depending on the softball governing body, distance from the pitching rubber to the plate is 43' or 45', baseball is 60'6"
The outfield fences are typically 300' in softball, a little further in baseball
Because of the proximity of the pitcher to the plate, the size of the ball and a couple of other features, Softball strategy involves much more 'small ball', meaning bunting and slapping to advance runners in order to score.
Other answers from the community:The objective of the games are basically the same. Balls/strikes/outs are consistent. Baseball can leave the base prior to the pitcher releasing the ball, whereas in softball the runners may not leave until the ball is released. If you are familiar with baseball, you can research softball under ASA or Pony leagues for additional information.
At the minutia level of detail, softball players curiously do not wear pants, like baseball players [in 2008, the trend toward pants is gaining momentum...basically TEAM USA (the Olympic Team, is one of the last organized teams that wear shorts]. The softball is usually yellow vs. white. The softball pitcher may leave the pitching rubber during delivery before releasing the ball; in baseball this would be an illegal pitch. The softball bat is also different from a baseball bat in that it is not tapered. In ASA Softball, all players are required to have a cage attached to the batting helmet.
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What is the difference in the regulations of baseball and softball?
There are several key differences between softball and baseball regulations. The first difference is that there are different pitching rules. In baseball the ball is pitched overhand and in softball the ball is pitched underhand. There is also different sizes for balls, softballs are bigger than baseballs. There is also different rules in leading. For softball you can only leave the base once the ball leaves the pitchers hand, in baseball you are allowed to leave the base prior to the pitcher releasing the ball. Another difference is that in baseball bases are 90 feet apart, and in softball they are 60 feet apart.
What association lead the first rules in softball?
the game of baseball
How a baseball and softball different?
Softball and baseball are different for several reasons. First off the ball size of a softball and baseball are different. A softball is bigger than a baseball. Also a softball is yellow and a baseball is white. Also the dimensions of the field are different. In softball the bases are 60 ft apart and the baseball bases are 90 ft apart. The fences vary and the pitchers mounds for different leagues in both, but in baseball both the pitching mound and the fences tend to be a further than in softball. The pitching motions of the two are also different. In baseball one pitches overhand and in softball they pitch underhand. The games have the same basics concept, but differ a great deal.
What are the similarities between baseball and softball?
Baseball and Softball are essentially the same thing. Except one is played with a larger, softer ball. There are many different rules*, but it essentially is the same thing. -Brett *I believe
What are some pitching tools in baseball and softball?
It all depends. Baseball and softball pitching mechanics are way different.
Baseball versus softball?
They are practically the same. I've played both, the only difference is the pitching, the size of the ball, the size of the bats, and if you are playing for leagues or school then boys play baseball and girls play softball.
What is the main difference between baseball and softball?
the thing about softball is that the ball thrown by the pitcher is different than baseball in baseball they trow it normal and in softball the pitcher trows it as a circular form, and baseball is played most by man and softball women.
How is baseball different from softball?
softball has a bigger ball and despite its name, the official softball is the same hard as a baseball also, the ball is pitched underarm in softball
How do you find the rules for baseball in french?
check the website of the French national association of softball and baseball clubs at: http://www.ffbsc.org/
What are the rule's for softball?
There are many rules in softball but there are different leagues. Post a question more specific about what type of league and you may receive better answers.
What is the difference between softball and baseball?
There isn't much of a difference.. But Softball has a ball 12 inches in circumference. The baseball is 9 inches in circumference.. Softball uses different bats, balls, and glove
What are some practical applications for softball vs baseball?
in softball pitchers ar much closer and wear a mask ann in baseball you have a different bat
