Inaccuracies could include incorrect or omitted first name, uniform number or position. Incorrect listing of eligible starting players and substitutes. As the national governing body of softball in the united states, the amateur softball association of america, asa softball, usa softball. These rules govern the size and makeup of teams, the equipment used, the playing fields and game play. Prohibits a twopiece interchangeable barrel construction bat. Rule clarifications and plays welcome to the rule clarifications and plays umpire page. 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.
Softball rules we will follow asa rules with the exception of the below usabl rules. Requires the runners lane to be drawn on the field and all associated rules apply batsgame rule 3. The primary governing bodies are the american softball association asa, the national softball association nsa, the united specialty sports association ussa and the independent softball association isa. First names may be omitted from the written line up as long as they are. Softball 21 3 2 a, exception gloves 21 3 3 batting helmet 23 3 7 exc, pen. Baseball bats are illegal, and if a team is found using one the players. The nfhs softball rules book in the past has been provided to each member school sponsoring softball and each ohsaa. Wherever he or him or their related pronouns may appear in this rule book either as words or as parts of. Safety base rules are going to vary by code, not by sport. If you are a coach or team manager, or an umpire you must create an account first before you can apply for membership. 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.
For the latest, most accurate documentation see your local district commissioner or state association commissioner or refer to the rules book distributed to you upon annual registration. All playing rules and regulations for the tournament will be governed by the current edition of the asa official guide and rule book with the following clarifications and exceptions. Major plus division the rosters for this division may have players from either east or west of the mississippi river exceptions will be granted for mid. This website is powered by the sportsengine platform, but is owned by and subject to the usa softball of nebraska privacy policy. Asa has developed a user friendly, online training program that will assist coaches across the country in coaching youth softball. An inner sole shaped device that is attached to the front sole of a softball shoe to extend the toe of the shoe does not comply with the nfhs softball rules. They set the playing rules for fastpitch and slow pitch softball in. Asa has also developed a new series of instructional dvds featuring usa softball womens national team head coach, mike candrea, andrea duran, caitlin lowe and pitching ace, cat osterman. The online rule book supersedes the printed edition and will contain any updated rule or bylaw changes.
This userinteractive application contains the complete version of the 2019 official rules of softball. 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. Any misuse or reprinting of these official rules without the prior written consent of the wbsc is prohibited. Playing rules differences usa softballncaanfhs page 4 of 49 usasoftball. 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. Asa 2016 rulebook by amateur softball association of america. The device alters the manufactures design of the shoe 185. Girls fastpitch softball rules girls fastpitch softball. It is important for all little league volunteers and parents to be familiar with the most uptodate version of little leagues official regulations, playing rules, and. Make sure you are looking it up in the book of the organization you are playing. This will ensure we have good contact information for. Rules per the current year asa rule book shall apply. 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. Abide by the current official senior softball guide and playing rules to the best of.
Wherever he or him or their related pronouns may appear in this rule book either as words or as parts of words, they have been used for literary purposes and are meant in their generic sense i. Asa official rules of softball umpire edition sports websites. 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. Mens, womens, and corec slow pitch softball rules current a. Here is a handydandy guide to the major differences between asa and usssa rules for girls fast pitch softball. Ground rules 16 2 3 a guest players 2526 4 4 af illegal bat 12 1 30 1921 3 1 an, note 35 7 1 d, effect.
The organizations objectives include promoting safety and establishing uniform softball rules and regulations. 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. International softball federation is strictly prohibited. Pitching distance shall be forty 40 feet, bases shall be sixty 60 feet apart. 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. Asa remains the number one softball organization in america. The nfhs softball rules and the ohsaa softball regulations will serve as the official rules of softball. No new inning after 1 hour 30 minutes, drop dead at 1 hour 45 minutes. Playing rules differences usa softball ncaanfhs page 4 of 49 usasoftball.
Allen sports association is a nonprofit youth sport organization that was founded in 1976. The most current accurate definition of the usa softball rules of play may not be reflected in legacy copies of usa softball material. The usa softball rules were also used for the softball competition when it was an olympic sport between 1996 and 2008. Team and player eligibility rules not specifically covered above shall be referred to the usssa fastpitch national committee only. Jul 25, 2018 the following rules change was approved by the ncaa softball rules committee and the playing rules oversight panel. A full set of rules and any modification should be available from the league or tournament organizer. This website is powered by the sportsengine platform, but is owned by and subject. Girls not wearing a mask will only be allowed to play in the outfield. Only asa approved slow pitch softball bats are allowed in league and tournament play. Usa softball 2017 rulebook by amateur softball association. You also have to be persistent in finding these on the asa site.
A major team roster shall not have more than three 3 players with a team affiliation rating history during the previous two tournament seasons greater than major. Absolutely, coaches should be required to read the rule book. The amateur softball association is the national governing body of softball in the united states. These rules ensure consistency from team to team and across all leagues, ensuring that the game is fair and consistent wherever it is played. Usa softball code and playing rules minnesota softball. 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. Teams may be girls, boys, or coed and shall use the 10. Rules changes are identified by a shaded background. In order for a bat to be deemed legal it must be an official a. A vailable for all participants of softball including umpires, coaches, parents, players and. Dec 11, 2018 the amateur softball association determines the rules for fastpitch softball in the united states.
They set the playing rules for fastpitch and slow pitch softball in professional leagues, collegiate. If any agreement cannot be reached upon definition or rule interpretation in isa play. This has never been truer than in 2004 when the usa womens team dominance at the 2004 olympic games in athens, greece became the top story of the olympics. Mens, womens, and corec slow pitch softball rules campus.
Pick here for general table of contents pick here for. This rulebook contains the official rules of fast pitch softball official rules of the world baseball softball confederation wbsc, formerly operating as the international softball fed eration isf. The ohsaa may have modified some nfhs rules so that they are in alignment with ohsaa sports regulations. But, they have it bundled with a mechanics program on cd. Twelveinch 12 official asa approved softball shall be used. Use your director or uic login and password as you have always done to log in and access your online functions.
Bluebook 60 fastpitch softball rules nfhs usa softball asa. Rule interpretations definitions of basic terms used in softball, such as batter, fielders, base runners, infield fly, etc. Any reprinting of the official rules without the expressed written consent of the international softball federation is strictly prohibited. The ultimate guide to ncaa nfhs asa usssa fast pitch softball rules by billy martin, tim malloy, et al. Equipment 1924 3 18 softball 21 3 2 a, exception gloves 21 3 3.