If you are a softball player or fan, there are a few softball terms you should know to make your experience better. Here are 10 of the most important softball terms to know:

1. Turning Two:

Turning two refers to executing a double play, which involves quickly fielding a ground ball and making two consecutive outs. It requires precise coordination between infielders to smoothly transition from catching the ball to tagging the base and throwing to the next base.

2. Texas Leaguer:

A Texas Leaguer is a softly hit fly ball that lands just beyond the reach of the infielders but in front of the outfielders. It's often a result of a batter making weak contact but still managing to drop the ball into a gap for a hit.

3. Dinger:

A slang term for a home run, dinger is used to describe a powerful hit that clears the outfield fence, scoring a run for the batter's team.

4. Can of Corn:

A “can of corn” is a high, easy-to-catch fly ball hit directly to an outfielder. The term originated from old-time grocery stores, where cans of corn were placed on high shelves and easily grabbed by the storekeeper.

5. Gap Shot:

A gap shot is a well-placed hit that lands between outfielders, often splitting the defense and allowing the batter to advance to multiple bases. It's a strategic play that requires precise timing and placement.

6. Pitchout:

A pitchout is a deliberate pitch thrown wide of the strike zone by the catcher and intended to be easy to catch. It's often used as a defensive strategy to prevent a stolen base by catching the runner off guard.

7. Sacrifice Fly:

A sacrifice fly occurs when a batter hits a fly ball deep enough for a teammate on base to tag up and advance after the catch. The batter is credited with an RBI (Run Batted In) even though they are out because their hit allowed a runner to score.

8. Brushback Pitch:

A brushback pitch is a pitch intentionally thrown close to the batter to intimidate them or force them to move away from the plate. It's a tactic used by pitchers to regain control of the inside part of the strike zone and keep hitters on their toes.

9. Pull Hitter:

A pull hitter is a batter who tends to hit the ball towards the side of the field where they bat from (right-handed hitters hitting to left field and vice versa). They often have more power in that direction and look to drive the ball into the gaps or over the fence.

10. Hit-and-Run:

The hit-and-run is a strategic play where a baserunner begins to steal a base as the pitch is delivered, while the batter attempts to make contact with the ball. It puts pressure on the defense by forcing them to cover the stolen base while also dealing with a potential hit.