Asa is committed to providing the best organization, tournament program, umpire program and benefits to our members. Any bat discovered through ncaa bat compliance testing to exceed the asa bat performance. 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. They are responsible for helping train new umpires and handle rule changes pertaining to their programs in the rule book. League baseball, little league softball, and the little league challenger. The ins and outs of usa asa fast pitch softball bats tsa plays by usa asa rules the rules will be slightly modified by age group. Rule books are included with registration materials when you register your usa softball team or when you register as an umpire.
All of our burlingame softball players are members of asa and sancra and must abide by the rules. You also have to be persistent in finding these on the asa site. Any bat discovered through ncaa bat compliance testing to exceed the asa bat. One american flag, not to exceed 2 inches by 3 inches, may be worn or occupy space on the jersey. Rule clarifications and plays welcome to the rule clarifications and plays umpire page. Pick here for general table of contents pick here for playing. Pre1995 bats can be approved by the umpire at the game. A situation not specifically covered in these local rules will be governed by asa rules.
Blue book 60 provides the ultimate teaching and reference tool for umpires, coaches, and players that need to understand the nuances of fast pitch softball rules. Rule changes for 2014 and 2015 new text is underlined. Independent softball association girls fastpitch softball. A runner must make every effort to avoid colliding with. The exterior warning label may be affixedor embossed at the time of manufacture. Mouse over the resources menu button on the upper right side of any page, and then click asa rule bo. It is because of your continued support that asa remains the number one softball organization in america. For the 2015 season, the tournament will be blind seeding. Failure to abide by the rules and regulations in this rule. Girls not wearing a mask will only be allowed to play in the outfield.
In 20, the latest pdf ncaa rules books editions will contain interac. Pick here for general table of contents pick here for. Gloves may be worn by any player in the field, subject to size specifications in rule 3. Asa rule books may be obtained from any asa commissioner or from playing rules 1.
Welcome to the rule clarifications and plays umpire page. Click here for information on how to display your epub download on ipad, kindle, nook, iphone, android and blackberry, plus your desktop browsers. In these instances, the committee placed the rule under. Rule changes for 2014 and 2015 new text is underlined the rules. Plus useful practice tips coaching winning fastpitch softball. For example, a girl born on january 1, 2001 is eligible to play on a 14u team for the 2015 season. National federation of state high school associations. Look back rule defined according to the asa fastpitch softball rule book, the look back rule specifies that when the pitcher has control of the ball inside the pitchers circle and does not attempt to make a play on any runner, then all runners who are on base must stay on the base. The asa website has the official rulebook available for online viewing. As a general rule, all fast pitch softball bats must have a 2 14 inch barrel diameter and must not be over 34 inches in length and 31 12 oz in weight. Weve added the asa rule book to our resources section. In organizing the text for this book, the afa rules committee attempted to place each rule under its most logical heading.
If any agreement cannot be reached upon definition or rule interpretation in isa play, then the tournament director and uic. Mens, womens, and corec slow pitch softball rules current a. The catcher shall wear a catchers helmetthat meets the nocsae standard at the time of manufacture. Mission statement develop, direct and promote the sport of amateur softball through a coordinated effort. They are not listed in the umpire gear pages, nor with the umpire training material. 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. It is in microsoft word format i have modified them from jim booths baseball rule myths to be compatible with asa softball. Yep, the asa app or an asa representative are your only two official options. Many of the publications offered by the ncaa appeal to the collegiate sports fan, novice and experienced alike. The association shall also do business as independent softball association, inc. In order to keep the fastpitch america softball association rulebook as streamlined as possible, we will refer back to the national federation of high schools nfhs rulebook for all rules and case studies. And 2 must be included on the list of approved bat models published by the usa softball or painting the name or number of the player will not make the bat an altered bat. A full set of rules and any modification should be available from the league or tournament organizer. The phrase, meets nocsae standard at the time of manufacture 171.
Asa 2000 certification mark, asa 2004 certification mark, or asa 20 certification mark slow pitch only and must not be listed on the usa softball non approved bat list. Rule change pitching rule 611 penalty exception 1 an illegal pitch remains a delayeddead ball. Bats must meet asa performance standards, and bats shall be labeled with the permanentembossed asa certification mark. There are also different rules for slow pitch softball and fast pitch softball. Are the asa rules online, or in pdf format somewhere. Geez i only need the rule book in pdf even with a password locked pdf document that we can put on our website.
I take no credit for this other than compiling them, writing the commentary and. Softball rules changes and experimental rule approved. All games shall start at rainout point in case of delay, regardless of time. Wherever he or him or their related pronouns may appear in this rule book either as words or as parts of. Rule change pitching rules 611 penalty, exception 2 as before under the rules, if the batter does not reach first base safely or any base runner fails to advance at least one base, the coach of the team at bat shall have. To include all participants, both male and female sexes. And to stock up on stylish team usa gear that you can wear all year round, visit the team usa shop. All asa rules will apply, except as modified by the following. Well be in touch with news, updates, and ways you can help the team. The table of contents, where rules are found, and the index, a keyword and subject matter indicator to the rules, are for reference and do not form part of the rules.
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. 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. Page 4 of 5 look back rule defined according to the asa fastpitch softball rule book, the look back rule specifies that when the pitcher has control of the ball inside the pitchers circle and does not attempt to make a play on any runner, then all runners who are on base must stay on the base. Rule interpretations definitions of basic terms used in softball, such as batter, fielders, base runners, infield fly, etc will be generally the same as defined in other major soft ball associations. Little league provides its leagues with current little league rules, regulations, and. Most leagues will follow the rules set by one of the softball governing bodies. Dec 11, 2018 the amateur softball association of america is the governing body of softball in the u. Table of contents contacts 2 general rules and guidelines 5 definitions 6. This 100 page guide covers complete references with detailed explanations of ncaa collegiate, nfhs high school, and asa usssa travel team softball rules. Midwest recreational fastpitch will have the following four 4 divisions. The appendices and effects form part of the rule s in which they are cited and have the same force and effect as the rule itself. Also, when you register your team with asa your team should receive a rule book.
By state association approval, to allow for special occasions, commemorative or memorial patches, not. Designated player dp flexible player flex rule explained heres where it can get tricky if you are not careful with your line up card management and knowledge of the substitute and reentry rule 7 you can bring the flex player into the game to bat or run for the dp if you like. Like most softball sanctioning bodies the rules of usssa play are virtually identical to pony, asa and other organizations. A certified bat will have a mark stating it conforms to asa standards. In order to keep the fastpitch america softball association rulebook as streamlined as possible, we will refer back to the national federation of high schools nfhs rulebook for all rules. In the absence of a specific rule, the rules of the asa houston metro, greater houston youth softball association ghysa and the asa rule book for the current year apply. All record books contain single game, season, and career records for all three divisions, plus coaching records, conference standings, attendance leaders, and award winners. The ultimate guide to ncaa nfhs asa usssa fast pitch softball rules 10 fastpitch softball drills. Any and all updates and changes to these rules will be found on the official. The national uic will travel to different areas and hold clinics if needed. International softball federation is strictly prohibited. We aint sanctioned in any way, were a bunch of 65 years plus guys that would like access to asa rules. 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.
This ball is hit by players with a bat, no more than 34 inches long and 2. The online rule book supersedes the printed edition there are no other rule books that govern usssa fastpitch. Wynns, editor nfhs publications to maintain the sound traditions of this sport, encourage sportsmanship and minimize the inherent risk of injury, the national federation of state high school associations writes playing rules for. Designated player dp flexible player flex rule explained. The standard effect for an illegal pitch is a ball on the batter legal position in the batters box rule 11. If you didnt, you are owed one and should contact your commissioner. 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. 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. Bats must also be marked with the usa asa certified stamp. The ultimate guide to ncaa nfhs asa usssa fast pitch softball rules by billy martin, tim malloy, et al.
If you are a coach or team manager, or an umpire you must create an account first before you can apply for membership. However, the committee acknowledges that several important rules pertain directly to two or more areas of the game e. I have searched and have been unable to find the rules online. Bat barrels made entirely of wood are permitted and need not bear an asa mark, but shall not exceed 2. Asa softball rules for the playing areathe softball pitches vary based on whether it is a mens game or a womens game. Jul 10, 2010 the regulation softball used in fastpitch softball is 12 inches in circumference. All rules are in effect for both regular season and post season play. The online rulebook supersedes any printed edition.
One rule that usually comes into play in fastpitch softball is the look back rule when runners are on base. Pick here for general table of contents pick here for playing rules table of contents on this information page you will find. The league or tournament may also modify certain rules for a specific fastpitch softball season or tournament. From this page you can access the monthly files intended to sharpen your skills as a usa softball umpire. You can enter a portion of the name for a general search or refine your search by using quotes such as shock mansfield blue. We dont need the services or goods asa provides because. The primary governing bodies are the american softball association asa, the national softball association nsa. 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. Girls fastpitch softball rules girls fastpitch softball. New 2016 playing rules changes with comments updated 1119 2015 new 2016 code changes with comments updated 1120 2015 new 2016 procedural manual changes with comments updated 1119 2015 2016 asa usa softball code updated 1182016 2016 procedural manual.
The catcher must remain in the box until the pitched ball is 1 batted, 2 touches the ground, the plate, or the. Rules of the game download pdf order rules book skip to main content. To provide a standard definition for a projected substitute and to help clarify rule 333. Bats must have asa approved seal showing 2000, or be listed on the asa website by manufacturer as approved. Senior softballusa 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. These are the rules of play as determined by the usa softball in 2020. The ultimate guide to ncaa nfhs asa usssa fast pitch softball rules blue book 60 fast pitch softball rules 2015. For mens slow pitch softball, the asa has added a variety of rules to help facilitate fair and faster play. For more information, visit the usa softball website, district 11 j. Thanks you to over three million players, coaches and sponsors that participate in asa leagues throughout the country. Requires the runners lane to be drawn on the field and all associated rules apply batsgame rule 3.
Youth commissioner, deputy commissioners, district 11 uic, and or the. Featuring ncaa, nfhs, usssa and usa softball rule sets. Pitchers shall pause for a minimum of two seconds to take or simulate taking a signal the signal need not come from the catcher illegal pitch rule 10. The ncaa softball rules committee has also designated several rules that may be set.
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