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Softball Flashcards

1
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What kind of sport is softball?

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is a bat-and-ball sport

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Where and when did softball originate?

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In the United states in the 19th century

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Why was softball created?

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It was initially created as an indoor version of baseball to be played during the winter months

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Softball origins trace back to?

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1887 in Chigago

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What two colleges played the first indoor version of baseball?

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Yale and Harvard alumni

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Who established the first rules of softball?

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George Hancock in 1888.

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Softball became an Olympic sport in?

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1996 up to 2008

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National organizations, like what was formed to standardize rules?

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ASA (Amateur Softball Association)

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(What is the equipment?) Is larger and softer, and come in different sizes and materials, their specifications may vary based on the type of the game

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Softball

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(What is the equipment?) typically shorter and lighter. They come in different materials, such as aluminum, composite, or wood, depending on player preference and league regulations.

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Bat

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(What is the equipment?) Fielder use this to catch and field the ball. They have a deeper pocket compared to baseball. Different positions may use different types of gloves.

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Glove or mitt

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(What is the equipment?) It protects the head from potential injuries caused by pitched or thrown balls

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Batting helmet

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What is required/mandatory for batters helmet?

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A helmet with a facemask

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(What is the equipment?) Players wear this to provide traction on the playing surface, whether its grass or turf. Are designed specifically for the sport

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Cleats (Spike Shoes)

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(What is the equipment?) Catchers specifically wear this, and some infielders and pitchers may choose to wear this for added safety.

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Protective Gear

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(What is the equipment?) What protective gear do catchers wear?

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Chest protector, shin guards, and a catcher’s mask

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(What is the equipment?) Players typically wear this, it is made of durable and stretchable materials designed for the sport. The style may vary based on personal preference or team uniform regulations.

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Softball Pants

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18
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(What is the equipment?) Teams typically have these as matching. May include a team logo, player number, and other customizations

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Jersey or Uniform

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(What is the equipment?) Some players wear this to enhance their grip on the bat and protect their hands from blisters

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Batting Gloves

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(What is the equipment?) This is used to carry and organize equipment, is essential for players, coaches, and teams. This item often have compartments for bats, gloves, helmets and gear.

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Softball Bag

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(What is the equipment?) In fastpitch softball, this is set on the pitcher’s mound for the pitcher to push off during the delivery.

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Pitcher’s Plate

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22
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Softball facilities are also known as the

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Softball fields or diamonds

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23
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The field layout consists of?

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Infield and Outfield

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24
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Have a diamond shape, consisting of bases, and a pitcher’s mound

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Infield

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25
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It surrounds the infield and is usually grass-covered. It extends from the bases to the fence or boundary

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Outfield

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26
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What is the distance between bases in adult slow-pitch baseball?

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The bases are typically 60 feet apart

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What is the distance between bases in fastpitch softball?

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The distance may be 60 or 65 feet

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28
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In fastpitch softball, there is a raised area in the center of the diamond where the pitcher stands during the game

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Pitcher’s circle or mound

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29
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Softball fields are often enclosed by this. Its height and material can vary. Home run distances are marked on this

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Fence

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30
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There are two of these, one for each team, located along the baseline between the home plate and first or third base. This provide shelter for players when they are not on the field.

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Dugout

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31
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This is for the spectators. This may be located along the baseline or behind the backstop

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Bleachers or seating

32
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Is a barrier, typically made of netting or fencing, behind home plate to protect spectators from foul balls and to prevent passed balls from rolling too far.

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Backstop

33
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Many softball fields have this to display the score, inning, and other relevant information. Scoreboards can be manual or electronic.

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Scoreboard

34
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Some softball fields, especially those used for evening games, may be equipped with lighting systems to illuminate the playing area.

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Lighting

35
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Larger softball facilities, especially those hosting tournaments or leagues, may have these for players and spectators

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Concession Stand and Restrooms

36
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Softball fields require these, such as rakes and drags, to keep the infield smooth and well-groomed

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Maintenance Equipment

37
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One of the four stations on the diamond that players must touch in order, starting with first base and proceeding clockwise to second, third, and home plate.

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Bases

38
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The diamond-shaped area within the bases where most of the defensive action takes place

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Infield

39
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The grass-covered area beyond the infield where outfielders position themselves.

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Outfield

40
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The raised area at the center of the infield where the pitcher stands to deliver pitches.

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Pitcher’s Circle or Mound

41
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The pentagonal-shaped rubber plate at the center of the diamond where the batter stands and scoring is completed.

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Home Plate

42
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The player who throws the ball to the batter.

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Pitcher

43
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The player who crouches behind home plate and receives pitches from the pitcher.

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Catcher

44
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The player who stands in the batter’s box and attempts to hit the pitched ball.

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Batter

45
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The imaginary area over home plate between the batter’s shoulders and knees. Pitches that cross this zone and are not swung at are called strikes.

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Strike Zone

46
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A batted ball that lands outside the foul lines

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Foul Ball

47
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A foul ball count as a strike unless?

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the batter already has two strikes, in which case they cannot strike out on a foul.

48
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A batted ball that lands in the field of play between the foul lines

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Fair Ball

49
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A play in which a runner is required to advance to the next base because the batter became a base runner.

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Force Out

50
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A play in which a runner is tagged by the defensive player holding the ball.

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Tag Out

51
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A defensive play resulting in two outs during the same continuous play.

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Double Play

52
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A defensive play resulting in three outs during the same continuous play.

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Triple Play

53
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A batter is awarded first base after taking four pitches outside the strike zone.

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Walk (Base on Balls)

54
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When a batter accumulates three strikes, either by swinging and missing or looking at called strikes.

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Strikeout (K)

55
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A hit that allows the batter to circle all the bases and score a run.

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Home Run (HR)

56
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A statistic credited to a batter for each run scored as a result of their hit.

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Run Batted In (RBI)

57
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If a catcher fails to catch a third strike, and first base is unoccupied or there are two outs, the batter can attempt to reach first base.

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Dropped Third Strike

58
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How many players consist a baseball team on the field?

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Nine

59
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A softball is divided into how many quarters?

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Seven

60
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What do you call the quarters in softball?

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Innings

61
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Teams submit this before the game starts, and players must bat in that order throughout the game

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Batting Order

62
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The pitcher throws the ball underhand from the pitcher’s mound to the batter at home plate.
In fastpitch softball, the pitcher must have both feet on the pitcher’s plate at the start of the pitch.

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Pitching

63
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A pitch that crosses the plate within the strike zone and is not swung at is called a?

A

Strike

64
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How many strikes must be accumulated before getting struck out?

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Three

65
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How many balls must be accumulated before getting a walk?

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Four

66
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occurs when the batter makes contact with the pitched ball and reaches base safely.

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Hit

67
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Types of hits?

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Single, Double, Triple, Home Run

68
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A batted ball landing outside the foul lines is a

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Foul ball

69
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A batter with two strikes cannot strike out on a foul unless it is

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Caught for an out

70
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can occur through strikeouts, catches, force outs, and other defensive plays.

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Outs

71
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How many outs does each team have before they’re turn for that inning is over?

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Three

72
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Runners must touch each base in order, advancing from one base to the next.
Runners may be tagged out, forced out, or put out in various ways

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Base Running

73
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Runners may attempt to steal a base after the pitch leaves the pitcher’s hand, but they risk being thrown out by the catcher.

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Stealing Bases

74
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Teams can make this during stoppages in play, allowing players to enter or leave the game.

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Substitutions

75
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Players must use regulation softball equipment, including bats, gloves, helmets, and cleats. Bats must conform to specific size and weight regulations

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Equipment

76
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Softball emphasizes good _____________, and players, coaches, and fans are expected to conduct themselves in a respectful manner

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Sportsmanship

77
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In the event of a tie at the end of seven innings, _________ may be played to determine a winner

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Extra Innings

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