Softball
Softball is played between two teams of 10 to 15 players. It is a direct descendant of baseball although there are some key differences: softballs are larger than baseballs, and the pitches are thrown underhand rather than overhand.
Rules
Learn about the official Special Olympics Northern California rules and adaptations.
RESOURCES (includes Videos)
Mechanics
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vSzPRUKy7Dc&feature=youtu.be&t=13How to Receive Throws
Basics
Technique
Drills
First (1st) Base Basics
First (1st) Base Drills Basics
First (1st) Base Footwork Basics
Second (2nd) Base Basics
Third (3rd) Base Basics
Shortstop (SS) Basics
Basics
Fielding Fly Balls
Soft Toss Drills
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=leDfLWdAZQkGrip and Stance
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LwmjPwikcWgLoad, Stride and Timing
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJcue1zm3Ug Additional Batting Drills (website)Out of the Batter’s Box
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k1IdqyAt4oYOut of the Batter’s Box (for possible extra bases)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D6rCGIyyuvQBasic Two Pitches
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-HwRnGNYwMgPlays at the Plate Drills
Plays at the Plate (Catchers)
