Tips and Notes: Softball. Softball rules are very clear about base paths and backstop distances. The skinned infield must extend at least 3 feet past the foul line before grass starts and backstops must be a minimum of 25 feet from the back of home plate. The accepted diameter for the pitching area is 16 feet.
The company was founded on January 25, 1964, as Blue Ribbon Sports, by Bill Bowerman and Phil Knight, and officially became Nike, Inc. on May 30, 1971. The company takes its name from Nike, the Greek goddess of victory.
Before the Nationwide Tour was the Nationwide Tour it was the Nike Tour (among others) from 1993-1999. Nike golf has over gone several different face lifts, logo changes, and product modifications. I can't seem to find any info on what year Nike Golf was started. So, any info on the origins of Nike Golf would... show more Before the Nationwide Tour was the Nationwide Tour it was the Nike Tour (among others) from 1993-1999. Nike golf has over gone several different face lifts, logo changes, and product modifications. I can't seem to find any info on what year Nike Golf was started. So, any info on the origins of Nike Golf would be much appreciated. Year of origination, some of the first pros they sponsored, years they started making clubs, etc.