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What is the primary purpose of a batting helmet in baseball or softball?
What is the primary purpose of a batting helmet in baseball or softball?
- To intimidate the opposing pitcher
- To protect the batter's head from errant pitches (correct)
- To protect the batter's eyes from the sun
- To enhance the batter's vision during the game
What is the maximum size of a glove allowed in ASA sanctioned play?
What is the maximum size of a glove allowed in ASA sanctioned play?
- 14 in (36 cm) (correct)
- 16 in (40 cm)
- 12 in (30 cm)
- 18 in (45 cm)
What is a requirement for team uniforms?
What is a requirement for team uniforms?
- The uniform must include a specific brand logo
- The uniform must have a specific number of stripes
- All team members must wear the same uniform (correct)
- Each team must have different uniforms for home and away games
Which part of the glove is not allowed to be the same color as the ball?
Which part of the glove is not allowed to be the same color as the ball?
What is optional for female players but mandatory for male players?
What is optional for female players but mandatory for male players?
What is the purpose of sliding undershorts/compression shorts?
What is the purpose of sliding undershorts/compression shorts?
What is the weight of a ball used in slow pitch for females 18 and younger, and kids 12 and younger?
What is the weight of a ball used in slow pitch for females 18 and younger, and kids 12 and younger?
What is the circumference of a ball used in international play for fast pitch and adults and males 13 and older?
What is the circumference of a ball used in international play for fast pitch and adults and males 13 and older?
What is the diameter of a Major League Baseball?
What is the diameter of a Major League Baseball?
What is the origin of the name 'softball'?
What is the origin of the name 'softball'?
What is the purpose of a designated area on a ball field called a 'box'?
What is the purpose of a designated area on a ball field called a 'box'?
What is the circumference of a ball used in some recreational leagues of slow pitch?
What is the circumference of a ball used in some recreational leagues of slow pitch?
What is the requirement for the back of the shirt or jersey in softball?
What is the requirement for the back of the shirt or jersey in softball?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for softball fielders?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for softball fielders?
What is the purpose of wearing 'sliding shorts' in softball?
What is the purpose of wearing 'sliding shorts' in softball?
What is the main feature of softball belts?
What is the main feature of softball belts?
What is the purpose of wearing long socks in softball?
What is the purpose of wearing long socks in softball?
What type of pants are worn by some female softball players?
What type of pants are worn by some female softball players?
