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Step 1
Decide if you are willing to work hard and be dedicated enough to learn how to play the sport of fastpitch softball.
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Step 2
Study the rules and concepts of the game. The website Sports Know How, is a wonderful source for learning the sport. It explains every fastpitch rule to the full extent and in a very easy way.
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Step 3
Obtain fastpitch softball equipment. You will need cleats, a softball glove, and a bat. These are all minimum requirements. When you decide you want to play serious there are many other optional pieces of equipment available.
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Step 4
Practice hard and very often. If you can manage to throw and hit for at least one hour each day, you will improve dramatically over the course of 5-6 weeks. Be sure these practices include other fastpitch softball players. They can make you better by showing you different drills hitting, throwing, and fielding.
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Step 5
Join a league in your area. This will not only give you the opportunity to expand on your skill through game-situations, but will also give you many more practice opportunities with coaches and other players.
