Softball
Softball is played between two teams of 10 to 15 players. It is a direct descendant of baseball although there are some key differences: softballs are larger than baseballs, and the pitches are thrown underhand rather than overhand.
Rules
Learn about the official Special Olympics Northern California rules and adaptations.
Become Certified
Take our Coaches Education Course to become a certified softball coach: Coaches Education Certification Course (website)
Resources (includes Videos)
Preparing for Practice
Throwing
Fielding
Drills (website)
Fielding – Infield
Basics
Technique
Drills
Fielding – Playing Infield Positions
First (1st) Base Basics
First (1st) Base Drills Basics
First (1st) Base Footwork Basics
Second (2nd) Base Basics
Third (3rd) Base Basics
Shortstop (SS) Basics
Fielding – Outfield
Basics
Fielding Fly Balls
Batting
Soft Toss Drills
Grip and Stance
Load, Stride and Timing
Additional Batting Drills (website)
Baserunning
Out of the Batter’s Box
Out of the Batter’s Box (for possible extra bases)
Additional Baserunning Drills (website)
Pitching
Catching
Plays at the Plate Drills
Plays at the Plate (Catchers)
