Softball positions are numbered from one to nine. Each number stands for a certain spot. Common positions are: pitcher, catcher, first base, second base, shortstop, third base, left field, center field, and right field. Numbers are a fast way to tell a player’s place in the lineup or fielding.

The nine softball positions by number are as follows: In 10-position softball formats, the #10 position is dedicated to the extra fielder or outfielder. In this case, Left Field is #7, Left Center is #8, Right Center is #9, and Right Field is #10.

Softball Positions: VI. Catcher (2) VII. First Baseman (3) VIII. Second Baseman (4) IX. Third Baseman (5) XI. Left Fielder (7) XII. Center Fielder (8) XIII. Right Fielder (9) XIV. Position Numbers Infographic XV. Other Softball Positions Explained: XVI. Designated Hitter XVII. DP/Flex XVIII. Softball Positions Wrap-Up

If there are 10 positional softball players, however, you are likely playing slow pitch softball and adding a fourth outfielder to the mix. All softball positions are critical to their softball teams’ success. Each position has its responsibilities, from the outfield to the infield.