The online rule book supersedes the printed edition there are no other rule books that govern usssa fastpitch. The online rule book supersedes the printed edition. There are also different rules for slow pitch softball and fast pitch softball. Ncaa charges for the hard copy rule book, but you can download a pdf version for. Coaches should download and print their certificate at the completion of the course. Softball offers something for everyone from worldclass international competitions with professional and. You can also get the asa case book as a pdf, but, again, it is bundled with other stuff in this case, the clinic guide. Mens, womens, and corec slow pitch softball rules campus. Rules 2019 nfhs softball rules book pdf nfhs softball rule book 2019 2019 nfhs softball rule book 2019 nfhs softball rule book pdf 2019 nfhs softball rules book nfhs 2019 softball rule book nfhs 2019 softball.
This page will provide resources on bat information, rules and regulations, official forms and publications. A play or rule violation on which the umpire does not make a ruling until requested by a coach or player. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. Rule change field and equipment rules 117, 2224, table 51, 511o. 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. National fastpitch softball coach of the year 2017. Asa 2000 certification mark, asa 2004 certification mark, or asa 20 certification mark slow pitch. Rule books are included with registration materials when you register your usa softball. There are several ways to accomplish this on a windows machine.
All rules not covered herein, please refer to the current asa official fast pitch softball rules for women. The catcher must remain in the box until the pitched ball is 1 batted, 2 touches the ground, the plate, or the. And to stock up on stylish team usa gear that you can wear all year round, visit the team usa shop. Asa official rules of softball umpire edition sports websites. Girls fastpitch softball rules girls fastpitch softball. Yep, the asa app or an asa representative are your only two official options. For your convenience, usa softballs website has a listing of all approved bats and bats that have asa certification marks and. You may reading online 2018 asa softball umpire manual either load. Wherever he or him or their related pronouns may appear in this rule book either as words.
All roster changes must be made verbal or written by 5. Contains the official rules for softball, and are designed to explain all aspects of the game. Mens, womens, and corec slow pitch softball rules current a. The amateur softball association of america is the governing body of softball in the u. If you are searching for the book 2018 asa softball umpire manual in pdf format, in that case you come on to the faithful website. Also, when you register your team with asa your team should receive a rule book. Asa is committed to providing the best organization, tournament program. Rulebook 20192020 nfhs wrestling rulebook nfhs softball nfhs softball rules nfhs softball rules 2019 nfhs softball case book pdf nfhs rule book softball 2019 nfhs softball rules alabam nfhs softball rules. Pick here for general table of contents pick here for. Asa 2000 certification mark, asa 2004 certification mark, or.
International softball federation is strictly prohibited. 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. Any reprinting of the official rules without the expressed written consent of the international softball federation is strictly prohibited. This allows you to switch between the umpire mechanics software and this rulebook. This book may not be copied or otherwise reproduced in whole or in part without. When in the coachs box a base coach may have a score book electronic or. The fastpitch field diagram base and pitching measurement 60 bases. Players of almost any age, from young children to senior citizens, can play slowpitch softball, and many play in leagues or tournaments governed by amateur softball association of america rules. Click here to download the latest usa softball pixie division rules. New york high school softball pitcher strikes out all 21 batters in. Softball umpiring home plate sup website at sup arbitersports com protests must be filed using the protest form also located on the sup website the ncaa softball case book should be used as a supplemental resource when reading and.
Every two years, softball canada publishes a revised version of its official rulebook, which is distributed to all new umpires and sold to the general public through softball canadas provincialterritorial association offices. Asa softball rules for the playing areathe softball pitches vary based on whether it is a mens game or a womens game. We present the utter version of this book in txt, pdf, epub, djvu, doc forms. Player eligibility will be based upon the players age as of january 1st of the current year. Abide by the current official senior softball guide and playing rules to the best of my. To compete in a scmaf softball tournament, the team manager must complete a scmaf softball roster form see below and submit it to the tournament director by the deadline of the said tournament email or fax. They are not listed in the umpire gear pages, nor with the umpire training material. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. Softball canadas umpires toolbox is where umpires can access public resources to help them improve their skills and help instructors and evaluators when leading their certification clinics.
Wherever he or him or their related pronouns may appear in this rule book either as words or as parts of. This website is powered by the sportsengine platform, but is owned by and subject. Rule change field and equipment rule 152a a softball bat is permitted to have an adjustable knob, provided the knob is permanently fastened by the. Official baseball rules obr index to official rules. In closing, it is my distinct honor and privilege to serve this great game of softball and. The official bat shall be no more than 34 inches long nor exceed 38 ounces in weight. As a participant in a senior softballusa senior softball world championships tournament, including qualifiers and international tours, i agree to. A search feature allows you to use keywords and immediately find rule references. All leagues are to be considered class d leagues or below as pertains to all rules. Even rule books for softball adhere rather closely, with the exception, of course, of pitching and baserunning rules. You also have to be persistent in finding these on the asa site.
Usa softball of softball of colorado rule resources. If its fast pitch, slow pitch, beach, arena, wheelchair, mens or womens, girls or boys softball the wbsc has softball programs, competitions, rules and contacts that will assist in growing the game at any level. In order for a bat to be deemed legal it must be an official a. Use the usa softball playing rules app as a great reference tool anywhere you are. Official rules of softball asa amateur softball association of pa. We will be adding more illustrations in the 2020 manual to continue to help our umpires. The on line rule book supersedes the printed edition. This section is for those who would like to download the official rule book we recommend reading through the simplified guide to softball rules and regulations first the portable document format may be useful once you are familiar with the basic version. This website is powered by the sportsengine platform, but is owned by and subject to the minnesota softball privacy policy. Searchable rules book video content on officiating sport, competition. Judgment calls balls, strikes, safe, or outs are not. Bsc softball, inc page 2 of 36 bsc softball 2020 official slow pitch rule book official slow pitch softball rules adopted, published, and distributed by bsc softball inc. Being the national governing body of softball is a responsibility that we take very serious. The most current accurate definition of the usa softball rules of play may not be reflected in legacy copies of usa softball material.
Pick here for general table of contents pick here for playing rules table of contents. Senior softball world championships code of ethics as a participant in a senior softballusa 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. When the physical structure of a legal softball bat has been changed. A pitched ball that is intentionally tapped with the bat, slowly, within. I want the book in my bag for reference during a games. That may seem like a simple question but the answers will vary. For mens slow pitch softball, the asa has added a variety of rules to help facilitate fair and faster play. It must have a safety grip no smooth tape and must be free of rough or. Neighboring states keeping eyes on wyomings slow embrace of softball.
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. With a few exceptions most notably the pitching technique slowpitch. Fast pitch rules slow pitch rule fast pitch rule rule 1 definitions rule 1 definitions bunt not legal in spout is legal in fp, accept if foul on the third strike. For the fast pitch game, the asa softball rules 2009 say that the distance between the two bases should be 60 ft for both men and women. Click here for information on how to display your epub download on ipad, kindle, nook, iphone, android and.
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