9 players are required to start a softball game. That would be one fielder playing every position. Also there needs to be an opposing team to bat against the defense.
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There are nine players on the field at first! Player at first, Second, Short, Third, pitcher, catcher, right, left, and center field.
You must have a minimum of 9 players to start a softball game. You may, however, play with 8 players if one player becomes unable to play (injury, leaving, etc.)