Softball

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Softball is a bat-and-ball sport played between two teams on a diamond-shaped field, who take turns batting and fielding. There are two primary forms: Fast-pitch and slow-pitch. In both forms, the pitcher throws the ball underhand to batters. In fast-pitch, the ball is typically thrown with a "windmill" motion and releasing the ball at hip level. Pitchers throw balls up to 78 miles per hour (124 km/h). Fast-pitch is played at the high school, collegiate, and professional levels. Women's fast-pitch softball was introduced to the Summer Olympic Games in 1996. Softball was not included in the 2024 Summer Olympics but will return for the 2028 Summer Olympics. Slow-pitch softball is commonly played in recreational leagues, with the ball being pitched at slow speeds and slightly simplified rules, making it an accessible sport for people of many ages. Depending on the variety being played and the age and gender of the players, the particulars of the field and equipment will also vary. While distances...

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