This will ensure we have good contact information for you and will allow the nsa to. To provide a standard definition for a projected substitute and to help clarify rule 333. Indianapolis, in july 18, 2014 beginning with the 2015 high school baseball season, teams will be allowed to use video monitoring or replay equipment for coaching purposes during games. Case book for fast pitch version 8, march, 2016 updated feb 2017 272017. The mercy rule is 12 runs after 3 innings, 10 runs after 4 innings, or 8 runs after 5 innings. We would like to show you a description here but the site wont allow us. 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.
The north american fastpitch association nafa gratefully acknowledges its rules committee, state directors, managers, umpires. One american flag, not to exceed 2 inches by 3 inches, may be worn or occupy space on the jersey. Welcome to the rule clarifications and plays umpire page. Official fastpitch playing rules and bylaws fourteenth edition a, llc 611 line dr kissimmee, fl 34744 800 7414. If the visiting team takes a lead and the home team does not finish their last inning the score will revert to the last completed inning. This provides the general rules, but may not have the latest update of rules for the nafa youth 8u to 18u. You can receive the rule book either when you register an asa team or if you register as an umpire.
By state association approval, to allow for special occasions, commemorative or memorial patches, not. We hope you find the necessary tools to help you, and your team, explore all the opportunities available for each individual young lady associated with fastpitch softball here in nc and around the region. Independent softball association girls fastpitch softball. 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.
Girls fastpitch softball rules and regulations girls. A parent sits in the stands and videotapes the play of the opposing pitcher with the intent of giving it to. Any situation not specifically covered in these local rules will be governed by the current years asa rules. Certification mark, meets rule 3, section1 of asa rules, is included on a list of approved bat models published by asa, and is not. Registration is now available for the nfcas national convention, our popular annual gathering of. Play by the nafa golden rule, and we will have a great organization and world series. Rules and rulebook for georgia and national usssa fastpitch. 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. Includes case book, rulebook, field dimension sizes, umpires manuals and rule changes, all are in pdf format. Wynns, editor nfhs publications to maintain the sound traditions of this sport, encourage sportsmanship and minimize. National federation of state high school associations.
The association shall also do business as independent softball association, inc. My daughter just moved up to 10u and im trying to get a handle on a few of the new rules which we may be able to take advantage of. 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. The ultimate guide to ncaa nfhs asa usssa fast pitch softball rules paperback february 1, 2014. 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. They will be incorporated into the rules book for the 2016 and 2017 seasons. Always treat your opponents and the officials with the same mutual respect that we all desire. The player in the batting order where the last out was recorded or any player not currently in the game may replace the current the player. Empower our team and its partners with an unsurpassed platform to create and support worldclass athletic events and sports programming to enrich and educate the lives of participants at all levels. From 1997 to 2002, npf operated under the names womens pro fastpitch wpf and womens pro softball league wpsl. Articles on asa rules and external links to other association and league rule books. Rules for usssa georgia youth fast pitch softball and usssa. You also have to be persistent in finding these on the asa site. We encourage teamwork, respect, responsibility and positive attitudes from our athletes, coaches, parents and umpires.
It seems as though nsa has the twin rule and most other associations have the dpflex rule. There is no such illegal bat list at the current time. The ultimate guide to ncaa nfhs asa usssa fast pitch softball rules by billy martin, tim malloy, et al. Austgen has built a dynasty at deer park october 2014 fastpitch delivery success is how you define it. The online rule book supersedes the printed edition there are no other rule books that govern usssa fastpitch. Nfca fastpitch delivery october 2014 by national fastpitch. Taking a team that was 414 the year before you arrived and turning them around to be. Softball rules and regulations this page outlines specific rule information for the usssa fastpitch program in maryland and delaware. Rule 14 umpiring 40 forward the play situations and explanations are based on questions that have been raised in.
Rules for usssa georgia youth fast pitch softball and. Case book for fast pitch new england usssa fastpitch. The 2014 national pro fastpitch season is the eleventh season of professional softball under the name national pro fastpitch for the only professional womens softball league in the united states. New york high school softball pitcher strikes out all 21 batters in. Rule change pitching rule 611 penalty exception 1 an illegal pitch remains a delayeddead ball. If you are a coach or team manager, or an umpire you must create an account first before you can apply for membership. Intentional walk base on balls a request made to the umpire by the defensive coach, pitcher or catcher, for the purpose of awarding the batter first base. A projected substitute is the act of entering a substitute without first removing a player from that position in the lineup. Girls fastpitch softball rules girls fastpitch softball.
The player in the batting order where the last out was recorded or any player not currently in the game may replace the current the player physically playing the position. 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. This website is powered by the sportsengine platform, but is owned by and subject to the xtreme diamond sports. National federation of state high school associations softball.
Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Any nsa twin rule vs dpflex fastpitch rules slowpitch. It includes information on the usssa national rulebook, c and recallstar program rule exceptions, registration year, age eligibility, equipment and insurance. The fastpitch field diagram base and pitching measurement 60 bases. The national uic will travel to different areas and hold clinics if needed. The north american fastpitch association is constantly updating the rules of fastpitch. This revision to rule 331 was one of five changes recommended by the national more. Original content compiled by andrew pecora njsbua edited and expanded by steve orinick note. The coach, pitcher or catcher of the defensive team may request an intentional walk either before or during the pitch count. This rule book is designed with the knowledge that we provide a printed copy of the rules with registrations each year. Softball rules and regulations usssa east maryland. It is our intention to continually update this site, and we encourage you to visit home plate frequently for new and valuable informat. These tournament rules are the first priority in regards to a precedence.
Most leagues will follow the rules set by one of the softball governing bodies. January 1, 2014 there will no longer be a list of legal fast pitch bats, just rules which require the bats be made by an authorized usssa manufacturer and have the new mark of the taper or be made of wood. 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. Both feet must on the ground within or partially within the 24 inch length of the pitchers plate. The uil and have teamed up to make results, records, team information and stats from uil sports available using maxpreps sports information system. Provide the highest possible athletic experience for every participant through an uncompromising commitment to excellence in sports. The request may be made prior to or during the at bat. No rule only a sticker with ncaa, team or conference logo, name or abbreviation sticker or label may be used, only in the middle third of the rise of the base. Alabamas libby baker sets softball national record.
Midwest recreational fastpitch league philosophy the communities that comprise the midwest recreational fastpitch league value the importance teaching young girls the skills, values and fun of the game of fastpitch softball. A site dedicated to the advancement of girls fastpitch in north carolina. Registration is now available for the nfcas national convention, our popular annual. From this page you can access the monthly files intended to sharpen your skills as a usa softball umpire. North american fastpitch association rules of softball. That may seem like a simple question but the answers will vary. The book describes all the rules, with an emphasis on the changesnew rules. Nfhs rules differences baseball fast pitch softball. Welcome to home plate, the homepage for nfhs softball officials information. Nsa softball rules includes case book, rulebook, field dimension sizes, umpires manuals and rule changes, all are in pdf format. Please post asa rule questions on the softball forum i. Official time will be kept by the umpires time piece and is the home coachs responsibility to make note of game start in their score book. Nsa fastpitch softball twin rule post by ixamnis tue may 26, 2015 8.
We hope you find the necessary tools to help you, and your team, explore all the opportunities available for. All other information should be found in this section of the handbook or online. Fastpitch united states specialty sports association. National fastpitch softball coach of the year 2017. Softball rules committee welcomes four new members.
Louisiana high school athletic association this site contains information on the association, the various sports teams, and a variety of studentathlete related material. Midwest recreational fastpitch mrf will be governed by softball commissioners from the roselle. If there is an illegal pitch and the batter reaches first base safely and each other runner advances at. Neighboring states keeping eyes on wyomings slow embrace of softball. Mission statement develop, direct and promote the sport of amateur softball through a coordinated effort. Nations fastpitch association rule book official fast pitch playing rules and bylaws 2012. Click here for information on how to display your epub download on ipad, kindle, nook, iphone, android and blackberry, plus your desktop browsers. We believe you will find the information useful and utilize the resources to stay informed. Nfhs baseball fast pitch softball rules differences.
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