Indoor Softball
Indoor Softball is an increasingly popular version of slowpitch softball, played mainly during the winter months. It's a great way to keep sharp and hone your skills while getting (or staying) fit in a fun and friendly environment.
Indoor Softball, a co-ed (or mixed-sex) sport, is played by two teams of eight players as a variation of slowpitch softball in a contained court with a pitcher pitching an underarm delivery to a batter. However, unlike normal slowpitch softball, the aim of Indoor is to score points for the number of bases a batter reaches, while teams lose points when batters are out. This means that in some cases, a team can actually get a negative or minus score.
The Rules
There is no standard rulebook for Indoor -- the game usually evolves to fit the site or the requirements of particular players.
Indoor softball is normally two innings long and innings are not defined by the number of outs but instead are played against the clock.
As a starting point, you can download the rules from the BSUK London Indoor Softball League here as a reference for playing the game.
London Indoor Softball League
Format
This year (2024) the league will be divided into three divisions: Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced. All teams will have as many games as possible per day.
Teams/players that have previously participated in the COMP division of London Indoor should register for the Advanced division, while those that have previously been in the REC division should register for the Intermediate division. The Beginner division will be catered towards first-time indoor and softball players, and those who have not played the game yet!
Venue
The 108
(Brent Terrace, Brent Cross, NW2 1LT)
Please note that outside alcohol is not allowed on site
Rules
London Indoor rules are bespoke to the format, and you can find them below
Cost
To be announced for 2024
Individual players who wish to get involved can register here.
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