Bet you didn't realize there are actually four different types of Softball.
Fast Pitch softball is a very pitcher-oriented game. The pitcher delivers the ball at maximum speed with little to no arc.
Modified Pitch softball strikes a balance between fast and slow pitch. The speed of the pitches are limited by not allowing the pitcher to raise their arms above their shoulders.
Slow Pitch softball gives batters more dominance by making it easier for them to hit the ball.
Slow Pitch softball Chicago Style softball is popularized by the use of a large 16 inch leather bound 'Kapok' core ball that is caught and thrown with bare hands.
