SOFTBALL

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By: Samantha S.

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Softball is a women's sport,and is a variant of baseball played with a larger ball, but on a smaller field. It was created in 1887 in Chicago, Illinois, United States as an indoor game. At times, Softball was called multiple names, for example; indoor baseball, mush ball, playground, softball, kitten ball, and because it was also played by women, ladies' baseball.

What Is This Page For?

This page is for people learning to play softball and what you need to buy and materials you need.

Why Do People Play this Sport?

Some people play this sport becaause it is getting young women involved with the outdoors,1 ` helps them exercise, and be outdoors, and become a part of their lifestyle and increases their chance of a being a healthier adult. When people play softball more and more, some realize they are improving their skills and getting better and better at their sport, and get to feel the sense of accomplishment.

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