A complete college softball game typically has seven innings. This is the standard number of innings played in NCAA college softball regulations.
Here are some additional details about innings in college softball:
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Extra innings: If the score is tied after seven innings, the game goes into extra innings. In extra innings, each team starts with a runner on second base to try and expedite a conclusion.
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shortened games: College softball games may be shortened to five innings due to a doubleheader or if one team has a significant lead (usually by 10 runs) under mercy rules.