Before 2008, softball players were not allowed to wear metal cleats, which are sometimes made of steel. That changed with a revision to the rule book for 2008.

Varieties of softball cleats are offered on the footwear market, and Sportskeeda has carefully curated a list from expert and customer reviews. Below is a list of the best softball cleats to buy ...

Not so fast, though as plenty of great players still have their metal spikes planted firmly in the ground. This is Plastic vs Metal: What the Best Players Wearing Them and Why.

When Shannon Warchol heard that metal cleats would be allowed in girls softball this season, two things came to mind for the Totino-Grace senior shortstop. Warchol immediately thought her speed ...

There are cleats designed for both baseball and softball that give softball players confidence and comfort. For its all-purpose functionality and sleek look, the best men’s softball cleats are the New ...

Zayas said NYSPHSAA has always banned the use of metal cleats in softball and there hasn’t been a significant push to change the rule during his seven-year tenure.

Cleats Adult softball players in more competitive leagues might use metal cleats, but most kids’ cleats are molded because of safety concerns. Metal cleats offer the best traction but aren’t as ...