Slowpitch Softballs

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The ball matters as much as the bat in slowpitch softball. Playing with the wrong compression for your league or bat certification is a rules violation, and playing with worn-out practice balls when game balls are required shortchanges the whole team. SPC Sports carries slowpitch softballs from Champro, Worth, Rawlings, Dudley, and other trusted brands, in 11-inch and 12-inch sizes, across USSSA, ASA, GSL, and other certification standards. We stock game balls and practice balls year-round and can supply by the dozen or by the case for teams and leagues. 12-Inch vs. 11-Inch Slowpitch Softballs 12-inch softballs are the standard for most adult slowpitch leagues. The larger ball pairs with the wider barrel of a slowpitch bat and is what most leagues expect on the field. 11-inch softballs are used in some co-ed recreational leagues and older-player divisions where a lighter ball is preferred. If you are buying balls for a team or league, confirm the size requirement with your league director before ordering in bulk. Shop by Certification USSSA slowpitch softballs are required in USSSA-sanctioned league and tournament play. USSSA specifies both the ball certification stamp and the compression rating, which must pair with the bat's rating for the full equipment package to be legal. Most USSSA slowpitch play uses a 240-compression ball. ASA/USA slowpitch softballs carry the USA Softball stamp and are required for USA Softball-sanctioned recreational and competitive leagues. These are the most commonly purchased balls across recreational leagues in the country. GSL softballs are approved for GSL (Greater Softball League) sanctioned play. GSL is a large regional organization operating across the Midwest and other areas, and GSL-stamped balls are required at GSL-sanctioned events. If you play in a GSL league, this is the category to shop. Game Balls vs. Practice Balls Game balls use a leather or quality synthetic cover over a polyurethane center. They meet the compression an