Throwing a drop pitch is essential in fast-pitch softball. Pitchers tend to dominate fast-pitch softball because they have an array of pitches, including the fastball, the rise ball and the change up. However, the drop is probably the most important pitch besides the fastball.

Girls’ fastpitch softball is a popular high school and recreational sport across the United States. It's even an Olympic Sport. The rules of fastpitch softball govern all areas of the game, including base runners.

Softball for 8-year-olds can be a fun game, but practices that involve simply taking turns hitting and playing the field will bore young players after a while. Incorporate drills that teach important skills and add a little competition to practices to keep your players involved.

The Amateur Softball Association determines the rules for fastpitch softball in the United States. These rules ensure consistency from team to team and across all leagues, ensuring that the game is fair and consistent wherever it is played.