PE 185SR Softball, Adv

Lab Hours: 3
Credits: 1

Covers fundamentals, rules and strategy of softball. Presents specific skills necessary for successful recreational and/or competitive experience in softball. Incorporates wellness in the areas of physical, social, emotional and nutritional health; stress management; and student support systems.

Student Learning Outcomes:

Identify and practice the fundamental aspects of softball.
Employ rules of the game.
Demonstrate correct skills during play.
Participate in team play and tournaments.
Develop a personal philosophy to include the areas of wellness.
Identify and differences between slow-pitch and fast-pitch pitching.
Peer-teach throwing and batting.
Base coach on first and third bases.
Umpire behind the plate and in the field.

Content Outline

Introduction of Basic Skills
- Batting
- Base running
- Throwing
- Catching
- Pitching
Team Play, Class Tournaments
Rules
Wellness Content
- Physical
- Social
- Emotional
- Nutrition
- Stress management
- Student support systems
Slow Pitch Pitching
Base Coash Techniques
Rules of Slow Pitch
Plate Umpire Techniques
Field Umpire Techniques
Defining the Strike Zone for Slow Pitch