SportsJuly 17, 2026
fastpitch
/ˈfæstˌpɪtʃ/
Definition
A style of competitive softball where the ball is delivered to the batter using a rapid, windmill-style overhand motion.
Etymology
The word is a compound of the Old English 'fæst' (firm or swift) and the Middle English 'pichen' (to fix or throw). It emerged in the 20th century to distinguish this faster style of softball from the slower 'slow-pitch' variety.
In the news
The article uses the term to describe a specific softball tournament, the Fastpitch World Series, highlighting the competitive level of the sport in the region.
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