Softball pitchers have an arsenal of different pitches, each with unique characteristics. Familiarize yourself with various pitches such as the fastball, changeup, riseball, curveball, and dropball. Each pitch requires specific grips and arm actions, so practice these variations to become a versatile pitcher.

Arguably the best pitcher in college softball, Canady has played at the Oklahoma City ballpark in the Women’s College World Series the past two years, dominating on the biggest stage while playing for Stanford. Now in the transfer portal, Canady was back in OKC this weekend as a member of the U.S. Women’s Elite Team.

Pitching a softball involves throwing the ball towards the batter. The Amateur Softball Association of America (ASA) is the institution which defines the rules and regulations of softball. There are a number of pitching rules specified by the ASA which need to be followed, so as to make a particular delivery count as a legal one.