My DD and I have been watching the regional softball games all weekend due to a rare weekend off from playing. In particular, we have been paying close attention the the pitching and pitch placements. We have noticed that the rise ball is not near as effective as it has been in the past. Either we haven't had a chance to watch a good rise ball pitcher or the hitters are better trained to recognize it. It seems to me that the two most effective pitches have been the outside corner and the trusty ole' changeup. Has anyone else noticed that?