Why do you wear cleats in softball?

Answer 1

It does not matter what kind of cleats you wear in a softball game. As long as they are cleats and you feel comfortable wearing them on the field, there is no rule against it. You may be at a disadvantage because there is no cleat in from to dig into the dirt when you are trying to accelerate. This toe cleat is what makes Baseball and softball cleats illegal in soccer.

Answer 2

Cleats help you to run. They prevent you from slipping adding friction between you and the ground. If you were to wear shoes that were flat at the bottom, it makes running somewhat difficult when you are sliding from the shoes.

Answer 3

Most do. The question is metal cleats or non metal. Metal are usually not allowed due to sliding into the opposing teams hands while trying to tag you out. You'll have to ask the coach and umpire.

Typically 16u and up allow metal cleats.

Answer 4

yes.

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