What field dimensions and ball are used in adult slow pitch?
Rule- USA
- USA Softball
- Adult slow pitch
- Men's, women's and coed
- Championship play
- 2026 rules
- Players
Field (Rule 2, Section 1):
| Division | Bases | Pitching | Fence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Women | 70 ft | 50 ft | 265 to 300 ft |
| Men | 70 ft | 50 ft | 300 to 325 ft |
| Coed | 70 ft | 50 ft | 275 to 300 ft |
The batter's box is 3 by 7 feet and the catcher's box is 10 feet long. A double base is used at first.
Ball (Rule 3, Section 3): optic yellow cover with red stitching, a COR of .520 or under and a compression of 300 lbs or under.
| Who | Ball |
|---|---|
| Men's slow pitch, and men batting in coed | 12-inch (at least 11.875 in, 6.25 oz) |
| Women's slow pitch, and women batting in coed | 11-inch (at least 11 in, 6 oz) |
Balls carry the USA Softball (or ASA) stamp with green marking. Senior slow pitch has its own ball options.
Added 21 Oct 2026