Softball is played between two teams on a large field, with nine players from one team on the field at a time. Slow-pitch softball is played with ten fielders. The field is usually composed of a dirt or brick-dust infield that contains the quadrilateral shape and running areas, of a diamond, and a grass outfield. However, the field can consist of other solid and dry surfaces such as artificial turf or asphalt.

Sindh Softball is a Provincial governing body for softball in Sindh. Our membership comprises of 6 divisions, Clubs and individual members who play, coach, officiate and support softball in Sindh. Many of our players and trainers have received recognition from Softball Pakistan and the Pakistani Government for the significant contributions they have made to the growth and success of softball across Sindh and beyond.

Softball was created by George Hancock in Chicago in 1887. The game originated as an indoor variation of baseball and was eventually converted to an outdoor game. The popularity of softball has grown considerably, both at the recreational and competitive levels. In fact, not only is women’s fast pitch softball a popular high school and college sport, it was recognized as an Olympic sport in 1996.