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In a stunning move that has shaken up the Johnston County recreational softball landscape, the JoCo Ham Slams management confirmed this morning that they have officially signed their biggest free agent of the 2026 season: Chris P. Bacon.

JoCo Ham Slams Roster Strategy: Discover how we are utilizing a strategic 3-platoon field rotation and a continuous rolling batting lineup to maximize playing time, maintain team energy, and ensure complete compliance with local league rules for our 30+ player adult co-ed softball squad this season!

As we get closer to opening night, we want to make sure the JoCo Ham Slams are setting ourselves up for a fun, smooth, and successful season! Being an independent team means we run on mutual respect, community, and a shared love for the game. Here are the core rules and regulations for our squad this Fall: League & Gameplay Rules: We are officially playing under Smithfield Parks and Rec following USSSA rules. This means standard USSSA formatting applies to our counts, pitchin

A great team needs a great look. We are excited to announce that we are officially partnering with RAC to set up our custom player store! To keep things as simple as possible for an independent team, our store will allow everyone to order, pay for, and ship their custom Ham Slams uniforms directly to the team captain. No messy group orders, no chasing down venmos, just clean, seamless gear setup. Keep your eyes on the Dugout for the official store link as soon as the design d

Grab a sunflower seed and make yourself at home, the JoCo Ham Slams officially have a spot on the web! We are an independent adult recreational softball team gearing up for an incredible Fall 2026 season under Smithfield Parks and Rec. Whether you played youth ball all the way through high school or you’re just looking to get back out under the lights, our goal is the same: play hard, have fun, and build a great community. We are officially in recruitment mode! If you want to