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Originally posted by Dakota
Mumblings of a fast pitch umpire (i.e. take it for what it's worth - maybe very little):
Slow pitch removes two skill positions as factors in the game - the battery. Therefore, it is easier for smaller communities / schools to field competitive teams.
It also de-emphasizes hitting skill (i.e. timing the pitch, watching for junk, etc.) and emphasizes hitting power. Therefore, smaller girls may be at a disadvantage.
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Granted from a biased Slow Pitch Lover but:
But fast pitch de-emphasizes defense as a whole and basically says if you have an awesome pitcher and catcher you can field the other positions with junk and still be competitive whereas in Slow Pitch every player must be a good defensive player.