Softball For Girls Cans1-2 (silent raw footage)

The 1940s film footage showcases a vibrant girls' softball game, capturing the essence of the sport and the era. The scenes depict various aspects of the game, including a girl bunting the ball and running from home plate, players hitting and catching the ball, and runners dashing between bases. Key moments include outfielders skillfully catching and throwing the ball, players tagging runners out, and teams exhibiting sportsmanship by shaking hands on the field. The pitcher plays a crucial role, skillfully winding up and delivering pitches, while the catcher adeptly handles the ball at home plate, coordinating with the pitcher and throwing the ball across the field. The audience, consisting of students, is visibly engaged, cheering and applauding the players' efforts. The footage also highlights individual skills, such as a girl practicing her bat swings at home plate and adjusting her grip for optimal performance. In between, the teams switch places on the field, reflecting the dynamic nature of the game. Overall, the film captures the spirit of teamwork, athleticism, and community involvement in girls' softball during the 1940s. We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks 16mm Archive. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.