What field dimensions and ball does 14U girls fastpitch use?
Rule- USA
- USA Softball
- Junior Olympic Fast Pitch
- 14U
- Girls
- Championship play
- 2026 rules
- Coaches
Field (Rule 2, Section 1), girls 14U fastpitch (Class A and B):
| Distance | |
|---|---|
| Bases | 60 ft |
| Pitching distance | 43 ft |
| Outfield fence | 200 to 225 ft |
| Backstop | 25 to 30 ft behind home plate |
Boys 14U fastpitch pitches from 46 ft. The pitcher's circle has an 8-foot radius, and a double base (white half fair, colored half foul) is used at first base. If a base or pitching distance turns out to be wrong during a game, it's corrected with no penalty and play continues.
Ball (Rule 3, Section 3): a 12-inch fastpitch ball, 11 7/8 to 12 1/4 inches around and 6.5 to 7 ounces, with an optic yellow cover and red stitching. It must have a COR of .470 or under and a compression of 275 to 375 lbs, and carry the USA Softball (or ASA) certification stamp with red marking.
Updated 21 Oct 2026