Per nfhs rule 2261, a halted or suspended game is a game that is. Asa started allowing bat the roster this year, but only for fastpitch and only in tournament pool play. The taper is the transition area which connects the narrower handle to the wider barrel portion of the bat. It is because of your continued support that asa remains the number one softball organization in america. Asa official rules of softball umpire edition sports websites. If a team can demonstrate geographic hardship and keeps them from playing in the league, they may apply to play in the state tournament. This change brings the nfhs in line with other rules codes concerning the surface of the taper. We would like to show you a description here but the site wont allow us. As the national governing body of softball in the united states, usa softball has produced the usa softball playing rules app to provide a unique way of referencing its rules, the usa softball.
Asausa softball provides people of all ages the opportunity to play the game they love at a variety of levels. Official softball rules adopted, published and distributed by. They are made and published by the nfhs in response to situations presented. Wooden bats may be used if it is an asa approval softball bat. Asa fastpitch softball pitching rules healthy living. To provide a standard definition for a projected substitute and to help clarify rule 333. Wfc softball rules changes and emphasis for 2016 8u coach pitch changes and emphasis teams may bat all batters up to, but may only bat 10 players in an inning.
Since they have removed the code, there doesnt seem to be any reason for a. For high school slow pitch, most states use nfhs rules. To include all participants, both male and female sexes. Modifications and rule highlights for this tournament are listed below. By 2017, an institutional field with a 4 foot fence must be a minimum of 210 feet in left and right field and 230 in center field and it is highly recommended that a municipal field with a 4foot fence used by the institution be at those same distances. While uniforms of team members shall be of the same.
In organizing the text for this book, the afa rules committee attempted to place each rule under its most logical heading. The defensive player, playing the position of pitcher, shall remain with at least one foot inside the pitchers circle until the pitched ball has been delivered to. The association shall also do business as independent softball association, inc. That may seem like a simple question but the answers will vary. Usssa rules will be followed unless otherwise stated. Meet the 2004 asa bat performance standard, bear either the 2000 or 2004 certification mark see figure 16 and not be listed on the asa non. The state tournament will be held at rosemount on july 89, 2017. Time limit for all games will be 60 minutes or 6 innings. Wherever he or him or their related pronouns may appear in this rule book either as words or as parts of.
Helmets must cover the entire head and both ears, and are to be worn at all times by players. Catchers must be in catchers box, and wear proper catching gear. In spgf, everyone bats in the lineup so courtesy runners are not allowed except. For age division 8u, 10u, 12u, 14u, with two outs, the catcher is allowed to have a courtesy runner.
International softball federation is strictly prohibited. Asa is committed to providing the best organization, tournament program, umpire program and benefits to our members. The ultimate guide to ncaa nfhs asa usssa fast pitch softball rules by billy martin, tim malloy, et al. One american flag, not to exceed 2 inches by 3 inches, may be worn or. If the interference, in the umpires judgment, is an obvious attempt to. Asa girls 18u a eastern new york bad apples binghamton, ny asa girls 18u a southern bash softball new port richey, fl asa girls 18u a western american pastime alta loma, ca asa girls 18u a northern st. From this page you can access the monthly files intended to sharpen your skills as a usa softball umpire. Look for asa to discontinue the team and umpire editions of the rule book and publish just a single edition in the future, maybe as early as next season.
Girls fastpitch softball rules girls fastpitch softball. The amateur softball association of america, one of the prime governing bodies for fastpitch softball, requires pitchers to follow a. This will ensure we have good contact information for. All xds tournaments and events will be played using asa rules with the following exceptions. Asa 2016 rulebook by amateur softball association of america.
Softball rules of the game the official site of the ncaa. If more than one player wears exposed undergarments lower and upper body they must be the same color and style. Softball rules and regulations divisions 10u all play will be judged according to the rules set down by the amateur softball association asa with the following exceptions, variations, etc. Use the usa softball playing rules app as a great reference tool anywhere you are. If a batter enters the batters box with an illegal bat or uses an illegal bat during a. Softballrulespowerpoint2017 north carolina high school. If you are a director or uic you already have an account.
Asa rule book asa rule books are a benefit of membership and are only distributed by the asa commissioner or their staff. National federation of state high school associations. Mission statement develop, direct and promote the sport of amateur softball through a coordinated effort. Use your director or uic login and password as you have always done to log in and access your online functions. Wpfg abridged rules softball slow pitch 2017 page 2. This userinteractive application contains the complete version of the 2019 official rules of softball. Softballs 2 new asaapproved balls per game will be supplied by the host. The 20182021 official playing rules were adopted by the world baseball and softball congress wbsc at its 2017 rules congress. Pitching distance 10u 35 ft 12u 40 ft 14u 16u 43 ft. Usa softball 2017 rulebook by amateur softball association. While there are some common fastpitch rules the specifics will differ greatly depending on what type of softball league or tournament you are playing in. The rules may govern everything including the equipment, the players, the coaches, the field, safety issues, sportsmanship and pretty much anything that can happen on or around the. Louis, mo girls 18u b fast pitch east sunbury fastpitch sunbury, pa. Baja arizona girls softball association oro valley fast pitch softball.
Baseball fastpitch slowpitch gsl slowpitch basketball 3 on 3 basketball 5 on 5 soccer volleyball junior golf team golf disc golf karate taekwondo lacrosse flag football officials home all sports programs. Bat barrels made entirely of wood are permitted and need not bear an asa mark, but shall not exceed 2. Meet the 2004 asa bat performacnce standard, bear either the 2000 or 2004 cetification mark and not. It is important to know what fastpitch softball governing body a league or tournament subscribes to in order to be in compliance with the correct set of rules. Language requiring the taper to be of a solid surface has been removed. A search feature allows you to use keywords and immediately find rule references. Defensive lineup 311 cyo games will be played with ten fielders. The taper shall have a solid surface and shall have a conical shape. Asa modified softball league rules and regulations.
A situation not specifically covered in these local rules will be governed by asa rules. That first year amateur softball association asa rules were used with baja rules. The fast pitch rule 6 of nfhs softball rulebook will be used to govern all interscholastic games. All changes below are effective january 1, 2017 unless otherwise noted. Usa softball code and playing rules minnesota softball. Mens, womens, and corec slow pitch softball rules current a. If there is an illegal pitch and the batter reaches first base safely and each other runner advances at least one base, the illegal pitch is nullified. However, the committee acknowledges that several important rules pertain directly to two or more areas of the game e. Rule change pitching rule 611 penalty exception 1 an illegal pitch remains a delayeddead ball. Highlights are rule changes for the fall 2014 season all playing rules listed below will govern league play. A projected substitute is the act of entering a substitute without first removing a player from that position in the lineup. Teams should report to the intramural sports staff assistant a minimum of 15 minutes before the scheduled starting time of the game to fill out the score.
For slow pitch, its 11 max 10 fielders plus one extra player. All returning players registering in 10u spring 2015. Nsa softball rules includes case book, rulebook, field dimension sizes, umpires manuals and rule changes, all are in pdf format. A vailable for all participants of softball including umpires, coaches, parents, players and. The title of this book is bluebook 60 fastpitch softball rules 2017 and it was written by billy martin, allison munch contributor, ed sadowski contributor. Thanks you to over three million players, coaches and sponsors that participate in asa leagues throughout the country. To confirm that the game is still on the schedule to be played. Official fastpitch playing rules and bylaws fourteenth edition a, llc 611 line dr kissimmee, fl 34744 800 7414 usssa national offices will relocate april 17, 2017.
Summer fastpitch softball 2017 rules general provisions. Asausa offers recreational, league, tournament and national championship play for fast pitch, slow pitch and modified pitch and annually conducts over 100 national championships. Pick here for general table of contents pick here for. A regulation bat for fastpitch softball has a maximum length of 34 inches and weighs no more than 38 ounces. Official playing rules can be found at all updates or corrections can be found there as this book is only a guide. The underhand fliptype move of fastpitch looks quite different to that of baseball pitching.
Amateur softball association equipment equipment exposed lowerbody undergarments must be either school colors or colors of black, white, or gray. Rule clarifications and plays welcome to the rule clarifications and plays umpire page. If you are a coach or team manager, or an umpire you must create an account first before you can apply for membership. Each coach is responsible to contact the opposing coach at least seven 7 days prior to a scheduled game. Bats 156 cyo competition only permits single piece, single wall, noncomposite material bats. The ball used is covered in a synthetic material or leather, and must have a size of 10 inches, 11 inches or 12 inches to comply with the rules.