How many seasons of softball does it take to get really good?

I play softball its only my second season but girls on my team have been playing for years and its a little embrassing cuz were not in the same leval sooo how many seasons of softball does it take to get really good?|||That's a good question.


It really depends on the person, the training and coaching you receive, how much effort you put into the game and how naturally talented you are. Don't give up, you can catch them with a little effort.





Many of them have been practicing all year and are in great shape too. That really helps. Conditioning can make the difference between a naturally talented kid that doesn't play well and an average kid that plays really well. Think about that.





It also depends on your position. Pitchers, for instance are a highly skilled position. It can take many years to become an elite pitcher. The good pitchers start out young, maybe 10 and practice an hour every day. Then as they get older they throw 100-200 pitches every day plus other strength training at home. With personal coaching lessons in between. Pitchers are the hardest workers on the field. Generally putting in 1-2 extra hours every practice including all the regular practice. Sometimes they act like princesses, but don't give 'em too much grief.





Fielder positions have to do much of the same, they need to spend time throwing for accuracy and speed or distance if your an outfielder. Practice fielding ground balls of all speeds, learn how to handle slow rollers or hard burners that may take a bad bounce and still grab and make the throw over to first for the out.





Then there are all the plays you need to learn.





Of course there is hitting, you have to become a good hitter. You don't need to be a homerun or power hitter, just a good contact and placement hitter. Good bunters are very sought after as well as slappers.





So, it can take several years to a lifetime to become a really good player. Some will tell you after 20 years they still have a lot to learn.





Just keep putting in the effort, hustle every chance you get. Help other players and coaches and listen and research and study the game. If you have a passion for it you will become that really good player in no time.|||I've played softball for 7 years and it took me about 3 or 4 to become one of the best on the team. It really depends on the person though. I've known people who have played longer than I have and still aren't good player. If you're athletic, have a good coach, and put the time in to practice, then I'm sure within maybe another year you'll become pretty decent. I would also suggest playing travel ball. Teams that travel often push you to become way better. Hope I've helped.|||It depends on how hard you work on it. It may be shorter for some or longer for others but one thing is for sure you wont get really good overnight. Make sure you follow your coaches instructions and you can do extra to improve on your weakness.





Make sure you remember to improve on your skills, playing positions, and make sure to condition yourself