Softball 5v5 (Middle School)
5v5 softball with soft bats and balls.
How to play
- Hit off a tee or from a gentle pitch.
- Run the bases.
- Teams switch after three outs.
- Rotate positions.
Rules
- Drop the bat carefully — never throw it.
- Keep a safe distance from the batter.
Variations
Easier
Batting tee.
Standard
Pitching.
Harder
Full rules.
Adaptations
- Limited mobility: pinch runner.
- Larger ball.
Learning goals
- Practice striking.
- Practice strategy.
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