For a girl, 15 yrs of age that plays standard pitch (not fast pitch) softball, would a bat sized at 34" and 33 oz be an appropriate size?\n\nIt's a school team, and she's a good player, and I think they pitch over-hand, so it's not fast pitching, or anything like that. I don't have a feel for what size bat they use and what would be approriate. I wanted to get the bat as a gift....there's a model she's always wanted but her mother can't find, so I looked on ebay and think I found one, but I'm not sure about the size.\n\nDoes anyone know if this bat 34", 33 oz is a good size for a 15 yr old girl?\n\nThank you ---\n:)
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no, 34'' is to long and 33oz is to heavy for a standard game of softball that is not fast pitch. you should look into something more along the lines of 32'' 22oz because it's not fast pitch.
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Try this site! My daughter plays High School JV softball...we found this site recently. It's got some really good ones on it. Her team was already using some of them...but there were some different ones too. \n\nhttp://www.softballspunk.com/
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I am a freshmen girl that ran xc and track. That is a really good time for an 11 year old. Personally, I think that is far too young to run at her best time. She seems committed though, which is great and will help her out a lot. Just tell her to push herself in practice, and it will definitely pay off, especially at the end of the season. I know this from experience, because I dropped from a 2:48 to a 2:24 in the 800 in one season!
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If you're really serious about softball anything made by Mikan is great. The ball comes off the bat solidly every time and is great for power or the hot shots down the line. The top choice amongst a lot of players is the Freak. You have to be careful before buying a Mikan though because many leagues and organizations (ASA and USSSA) have outlawed a number of the Mikan brand bats and balls because they can be dangerous. Check your league standards and be prepared to pay the price because the bat doesn't come cheap. There are several posts on e-bay that can also help. But for me, anything made by Demarini has always been a plus.
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1)  Softball uses a larger ball than baseball. The pitchers mound is closer to home plate.  The distance between each base is usually 60 feet, I think, instead of 90 for baseball.  Softball you have to pitch overhand, whereas baseballyou have to pitch underhand.\n\n2.  Nothing is more important than teamwork and attitude.  It is all about haivng fun and playing your hardest.\n\n3.  You should start training as soon as possible.  If you have never played before, you should start training now and find someone to throw with everyday.\n\n4.  As much as possible.  Find someone who likes playing softball and they will probably be willing to play with you.\n\n5.  For me baseball is 10 and softballwould be like 8 just because I like baseball so much. It depends on the person.  Most females like to play softball more than baseball.
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I am a fast pitch pitcher in high school. Yes it is possible to pitch another no hitter. Last year I threw two perfect games. The most important thing to do is to make sure you mechanics are correct. If you throw correctly you can throw 3 games in a day and only be a little sore the next day. The main thing is to throw using your legs to generate the power. Your arm should never get tired. Only your legs should. The windmill motion is very easy on the body. To strengthen your legs I suggest running and doing squats and other various weight lifting. To improve your speed of the pitch work on foot speed. I like to do plyometrics to accomplish this. Don't over do the strengthen of the arm and shoulder muscles. You want to keep your muscles loose. Like my pitching coach always says loose muscles are fast muscles. I would work on grip strength by squeezing a tennis ball. Also strength the forearm, but make sure you stretch it out when your done. A good way to pick up stamina is to use a weighted ball. You don't have to go out and buy one. An easy way to make one is to put 1/4 finishing nails into the seams. 32 nails is about one ounce. You can add about one ounce to two. But I suggest starting light and working up to the heavier one. If you throw twenty with the weighted ball at the end of your workout your stamina will rise tremendously. Start with about twenty and work up to about forty then add more weight to the ball and start at twenty again. Keep pitching and good luck!
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I am 12 and I play baseball. But I have a question for YOU: why did you post this on an INTERNATIONAL thing? People all over the world read this and they won't travel 2,000 miles just to go out with someone. This is one of the most pointless questions ever.
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I totally agree as long as an equal substitute is available for women. I prefer to play sports with the girls and save other activities for the boys ;0) My man plays on his softball team and I play on mine and when we want to play together we join a co-ed but it would be dumb to try to get on a men only team!@! Hints the name MEN'S TEAM!!!!!! Some women just have "penis envy" Dont hold it agains the rest of us!
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move up a little in the box and hope you can hit when it STARTS to break..it is just timing it would be better if you can learn to switch hit then that way you can see the ball break toward and you can hit it better...try to go with the pitch ..don't pull it
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i'm a little league coach for my little brother's team of 8-10 year olds. the whole fun thing is definitely important... also put a big emphasis on sportsmanship- the kids always have to cheer their teammates on, never make fun of the other kids, regardless of whether they're your opponents or teammates. respect the coaches!!, what the ump says goes... all that stuff. make sure the kids dont get stressed or tense. often they get nervous when they're up to bat and they're the main focus... also, avoid competition between players!! its a team game, and they have to be supportive and sportsmanlike... good luck!!
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Softball.com. Whatever you do don't buy used. I would also reccomend really going to a store, that way you cant try them and find one that fits and works for you. Try Dicks Sporting Goods (pricey but well known) or Olympia Sports
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I have been playing softball for 9 years and my advice to you is... (1)get hitting lessons.  You can't learn how to play if you don't have face to face instruction by a recommended coach. (2)If you get a good enough trainer they can teach you fielding too which, like hitting, you need one on one training. (3)buy a book of ASA rules.  You need to be familiar with them before you play or you can cost your team a lot of money. (4)Finally, if your coach tells you to play a position that you don't normally play, go there anyway because normally a former player or a coaches favorite so you will not have much chance.Also do not make  a big deal about injuries or the coach will take you as not tough enough and you will either not make it or make a lower level team then you deserve.  If you are seeking more help read softball for dummies.  The title throws you off but it really is a good book to read and I think it can really help you.  Good Luck!!
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I have never heard of a maxium glove size in baseball, but it may be different for different leagues.  Its usually not to your advantage using a softball glove in baseball because the deep pocket makes it hard to get the ball out fast.  If you are just using it to play catch or rec ball, its not a big deal.  Also it depends on how big it is too.  I know they make smaller softball gloves.  If it happens to be a 11" or 12" its not that big anyways.
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Softball rocks! Mens and Co-ed league slow pitch are sweet. Love going to my friends Girls fastpitch games too.
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well for the life isn't fair comment tell him he is lucky to learn that at a young age. As for his attitude. Thats a tuff one I have kids his age and I firmly believe in restricting the peers he/she hangs out with. Also if it is possible get him involved in activities after school. Baseball or whatever he is in to. If he is not interested, make him do it for one season or one whatever depending on what you choose. I did this and my daughter cried and stomped her feet. Now she plays softball every chance she gets, and I can tell her if she is not good she wont play. It's hard to give advice without knowing your exact situation but I hope this helps. Remember in a couple of yearsthere wont be much you can do about anything so stand your ground he will thank you in the end.
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go to sportsherway.com its a great website for girls lacrosse sticks.  any stick would be good but i suggest a stx stick it will last her a while.  and make sure when u order it you get the complete stick.  you need the shaft and the head.  just go to the website and u can get a stick for whatever price u want.
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demarini makes several good bats.  some are 300+  might want to check the eligibility first before buying.