By RUSSELL INGOLD, Fontana Herald News
All over the United States, and particularly here in Fontana, fastpitch softball is enjoyed by multitudes of young girls, some of whom continue to participate in the sport as adults.
That’s great for the girls and the women. But what about the boys and the men?
Well, that’s a different story. For some reason, males’ interest in the sport of softball (the fastpitch variety) seems to be declining.
Which is why Bob Otto wants to make sure this story gets told (with lots of great photos).
Otto, a talented photojournalist who contributes sports articles to the Fontana Herald News on a regular basis, recently completed the definitive book on the history of fastpitch softball — “We Play It Fast.”
Otto, a Yucaipa resident who has traveled all over the country to both play and photograph softball, provides a detailed look at some of the best players and teams the sport has produced over the years.
Otto started playing fastpitch and pitching when he was 15 years old back in 1963, and his love for the game has never diminished. Click here to continue reading.
If you’re a softball fan, be sure to order your copy of “We Play It Fast” by writing to: Bob Otto, 35147 Cedar Avenue, Yucaipa 92399, or visiting his website at www.ottoinfocus.com.