NCAA Softball is a collegiate sport governed by the National Collegiate Athletic Association in the United States. It features teams from various colleges and universities competing in a structured season, culminating in the NCAA Softball Championship. The sport is played primarily in the spring and includes both regular-season games and postseason tournaments. The game is played on a diamond-shaped field with a pitcher's mound, bases, and a home plate. Teams consist of nine players, and the objective is to score runs by hitting a ball and running around the bases. Softball is known for its fast-paced action and strategic gameplay, making it popular among fans and athletes alike.