The bat must still pass a visual inspection per the current softball canada rulebook. Dpflex chalk talk dee abrahamson ncaa softball secretary rules editor october 20 dee sre 10. This change to allow intentional walks was enacted to align fast pitch and slow pitch rules, to keep up with current trends of the sport, and also to maximize the flow of the. Click here for information on how to display your epub download on ipad, kindle, nook, iphone, android and blackberry, plus your desktop browsers. They are made and published by the nfhs in response to situations presented. Nsa canada the fastest growing slopitch organization in. The taper shall have a solid surface and shall have a conical shape. Welcome to the rule clarifications and plays umpire page.
To all who visit this document, please be advised it is to be used as a guide it does not replace the rules book of either game baseball 20 baseball softball softball 20 highlighted areas depict the 20 changes highlighted areas depict the 20 changes rules differences 20 no penalty if additions are made to lineup. New york high school softball pitcher strikes out all 21 batters in. Member school renewal form, 201920 pdf request to play up in classification. Each book contains diagrams of playing areas, official signals, and official interpretations and rulings. Softball guide and playing rules to the best of my ability. Add the word not in the last sentence as noted below. The overall impact of this rule has been positive, however there still remains some.
The matter was successfully concluded thanks to a handy copy of the official rules of softball once the relevant rule was located in the book and read to the unpire and opposing team. National fastpitch softball coach of the year 2017. The ultimate guide to fastpitch the official rules of softball. With r1 on first, b2 bunts a ball to f5 and both r1 and b2 advance safely. Additionally, while it is correct in what is included, it is not inclusive of all the possibilities so dont be. Delete the portions of rule 3 concerning gloves, shoes, and. Nsa rule book 2019 2019 nfhs basketball rule book pdf 201920 nfhs basketball rule book 2019 nfhs softball rule book pdf nfhs 2019 softball rule book 2019 nfhs softball rule book 201920 nfsaa basket rule book nfhs. The defense protests the batter before the next pitch because b2 batted with a reebok vector that has. Nsa canada is excited to announce that you can now do your nsa umpire exam online. January 25, 20 3 batter risks having a strike called while being out of position. Local rules and adaptations will supersede where applicable. Douglass contest rules is the official uil rule book and covers high school coaching requirements and training. Copies of nfhs rule books are available for a minimum fee for your mobile device as an app.
In baseball and softball due to daily limitations, it is permissible for an athlete to participate in a junior varsity and varsity game in the same day. Nfhs specific rules will be followed based on the nfhs 2018 published softball rules. This will ensure we have good contact information for you and will allow the nsa to track your teams across seasons and improve your abilities with regard to annually resanctioning. Dont forget to get registered for spring worlds and make a run at winning the championship rings. To do the exam, from the homepage of nsa canada, click on forms and applications and then become an umpire. New definition for damaged bats highlights high school softball rules changes new. Nasa softball association official rules last revision 0624 20 the playing rules of the nasa softball association are the official rules of softball as adopted by the amateur softball association asa with the following changes.
Ihsa baseball rule book 2014 pdf 2014 american legion baseball rule book i. From this page you can access the monthly files intended to sharpen your skills as a usa softball umpire. The gilruth center is located on federal property and is considered a federal facility. The taper is the transition area which connects the narrower handle to the wider barrel portion of the bat. Each book contains diagrams of playing areas, official signals, and offical interpretations and rulings. Wiffleball rules and regulations bases are placed 45 ft apart and the pitcher s rubber is 35ft from home plate. The rule book of the rcll contains the rules and regulations teams participating in the. The following rules are supplemental to nfhs book and will supersede the nfhs rule book. Alabamas libby baker sets softball national record. Team managers will receive an asa rule book, asa score book and have an opportunity to purchase team insurance. Scholarship recognition pins order form pdf rule and case book order form pdf request to purchase additionalreplacement state series awards pdf other school forms. Each ohsaa softball official will receive a case book as well as an umpires manual. On april 26, 20, legislation adopted by ohios general assembly on concussion and.
Bats with an asa 20 certification stamp may still be eligible for use. The nfhs makes the rules and case books for high school sports and activities available online in the publications library. Softball rules committee welcomes four new members. Softballrulespowerpoint2017 north carolina high school. The national federation of state high school associations is the only source of official high school interpretations. Each changed or altered segment is identified in the rules by a screened. If you are a coach or team manager, or an umpire you must create an account first before you can apply for membership. Rules no babe ruth softball rule or regulation may be altered or waived without written permission of the president, vice president, or commissioner of babe ruth league, inc.
National federation of state high school associations. Requires the runners lane to be drawn on the field and all associated rules apply batsgame rule 3. Senior softball usa senior softball world championships. Abide by the current official senior softball guide and playing rules to the best of my. The gam e will consist of 7 innings or 60 minutes no ne w inning will be allowed after 60 minutes, whichever comes first. Neighboring states keeping eyes on wyomings slow embrace of softball. The overall impact of this rule has been positive, however there still remains some confusionchallenges with the understanding of the rule. Softball teams in 18u will be selected by the 18u agd. This book may not be copied or otherwise reproduced in whole or in. Official rules of softball will be the official rulebook for this program.
All other information should be found in this section of the handbook or online. The coach, pitcher or catcher of the defensive team may request an intentional walk either before or during the pitch count. Mscr softball local rules and procedures 20 edition coed teams. Accept the decision of the umpires and my team manager in good sportsmanship. Team and player eligibility rules not specifically covered above shall be referred to the usssa fastpitch national committee only.
Nfhs softball 20 points of emphasis flexdesignated player education the dpflex rule was instituted to encourage further participation and flexibility of the game. Wyoming high school activities association officially approves soft. Softball age groups 8u 12u will conduct their team selection draft using the draft software provided by the league. For ease of use, seasonal rules revisions are highlighted in yellow. Oak mountain youth baseball and softball 20 softball rules of play. Ncaa publications 2018 and 2019 ncaa womens softball rules. You are being mailed this manual because your school has indicated that it will sponsor softball on myohsaa. National association of sports officials naso officials conference. Discount coupons for selected merchandise at sports authority. Each year, little league provides its constituent leagues with current little league rules, regulations, and policies that outline and define the operation of the program. Please refer to the pink mscr local coed rules for details on the walk rule, for male batters. Record books contain singlegame, season and career records, plus coaching.
Softball rules of the game the official site of the ncaa. The playing rules of the nasa softball association are the official rules of softball as adopted by the amateur softball. These areas of concern are often cyclical, some areas need more attention than others, and that is why they might appear in the rules book. Prohibits a twopiece interchangeable barrel construction bat. As a participant in a senior softball usa senior softball world championships tournament, including qualifiers and international tours, i agree to conduct myself as a gentleman or lady both on and off the field, and that when playing i will. You must be a paid member of an nfhs member association coaches or fine arts or a state staff member to view this content. Rules changes are identified by a shaded background. Certification mark, asa 2004 certification mark, or asa 20 certification mark slow pitch. Softball head coaches will receive a nfhs softball rules book every. The usa softball app provides the latest in news, results and videos from team usa athletes and events across the globe. Nfhs rules book is provided to each member school sponsoring softball as a courtesy by the ohsaa. Ssusa approved bat list to be legal for use in any ssusa sanctioned event. Many additional resources are available to licensed officials in the ihsa officials center.