This emoji is often compared to baseball (⚾), but it's different in that the ball is larger and the pitching style is "underarm," thrown from below. That's why it's known as a more enjoyable sport for school P.E. or club activities.

Softball is a popular sport, especially in the US and Japan, symbolizing teamwork and fun summer memories. It represents an atmosphere where people of all ages can play together because its rules are simpler and it's safer than baseball, and it's also used metaphorically when discussing projects or team activities that require cooperation.