Have you ever wondered why softball is called “softball”? After all, it’s not really that soft! The answer dates back to the late 19th century when a group of men in Chicago created a version of baseball that used a softer ball so they could play indoors. As if by magic, this sport was dubbed “softball” and the name has stuck ever since. So why not just call it “indoor baseball”? We may never know, but we do know that the game of softball is here to stay!

The game softball started in the United States in the late 1800’s, and since then it has become a popular game for all ages. The softball is made of a synthetic material that is designed to travel at slower speeds than its harder counterparts, hence why it’s called “softball”. It may not be as hard as regular baseball, but don’t let that fool you— it’s still a game of strategy, skill and athleticism. So why don’t you grab your glove and give softball a try! You never know, you may just love it. After all, why would they call it softball if it wasn’t worth playing?