What is the difference between classic M and Pro M softballs?
The brand new Dudley Thunder ZN 12″ PRO M provides a revolutionary cross between the USSSA Classic M and a Thunder Stadium. The new PRO M is the newest and hottest softball in the Slowpitch Softball World. The 12″ PRO M softball has a full composite yellow cover, polyurethane core, and is USSSA Stamped and Approved.
What softballs are used in slow pitch softball?
Slow pitch softball leagues typically use 12″ softballs that will travel at slower speeds and lesser distances than fastpitch softballs. League rules will dictacte the Compression and COR measurement used during gameplay. Softball players competing in fastpitch will regularly use a 11″ ball.
What are good softballs?
The Best Fastpitch Softballs To Enhance Your Game
- Franklin Sports Official Softball – Best Overall.
- MACGREGOR Fast Pitch Softball – Runner-Up.
- Rawlings Fastpitch Softball – Honorable Mention.
- Jugs 12-Inch Softball – Also Consider.
Are Macgregor softballs good?
The softballs are good quality and seem to be holding up very well. Best price for 24 balls that I could find.
What is the difference between ASA and Usssa softballs?
For instance, ASA approved bats must adhere to the 98 mph batted-ball speed standard, while bats approved for USSSA and other associations are allowed to have a much hotter 100+ mph batted ball speed and a bat performance factor (BPF) of 1.20 or sometimes more. You can find a full rundown of rules and regulations here.
Are there different size softballs?
Softballs come in 11-inch, 12-inch and 16-inch circumferences. Softballs vary in size according to the type of softball game that is being played.
What is 3 pitch in softball?
Each batter will have 3 pitches to hit the ball. If a pitched ball is hit foul on the 3rd pitch, the batter will receive one (only) additional pitch. A batted ball that hits a pitcher shall be ruled DEAD BALL and the pitch shall be nullified and a new pitch will be allowed.
How many different softball pitches are there?
The main pitches involved in fastpitch softball are as follows: fastball, change-up, curveball, drop ball, and rise ball. Other pitches include both the drop curve, and well as the drop screw, and the backdoor curve.
Are there different types of softballs?
There are three sizes, measured by circumference: one for fast-pitch softball, one for slow-pitch softball and one for a style of slow-pitch play that is frequently called Chicago ball because of its popularity in that Illinois city.
What size are fastpitch softballs?
11-inch
In fast pitch softball, most leagues use a ball with a circumference of 12 inches (30 cm) that weighs 6.25 ounces (177 g). Younger players generally play with an 11-inch (28 cm) circumference ball.
What is the best slow pitch softball?
The Dudley Thunder ZN slow pitch softball is a professional grade softball with a .44 COR 525 pound compression rating. This ball is made of a high density polyurethane wrapped in a composite material outer with flat seams. The ball gives players lasting performance giving players great at bats.
What size ball is used in Slowpitch Softball?
In slowpitch softball, either an 11” or 12” ball is used. If you are from Chicago, you may know that the game was first played in the Windy City, and that 16” softballs were used. They were perfect for small neighborhood parks as the ball did not travel as far. In Chicago, the game is still played with 16 inch balls and no gloves.
What kind of ball do softball leagues use?
Occasionally, leagues will institute a 10″ “soft” ball, which does not have a hard core and allows players to grip the ball better with their smaller hands. Slow pitch softball leagues typically use 12″ softballs that will travel at slower speeds and lesser distances than fastpitch softballs.
What is the official rating for a fast pitch softball?
Worth Dream Seam Official Fastpitch Softball The Worth Dream Seam is another fast pitch softball with a.47 COR and 375 compression rating. These ratings are typical among ASA rated leagues, offering batters greater distance and pop at each at bat.