Some are more subtle than others, but if a coach has a team that will be playing in games under both rule sets, then he should be aware of the differences. The rules related to the game of softball are as follows. All balls must be pitched underhand and in an arc that is at least six feet off the ground, but no more than 12 feet. From this page you can access the monthly files intended to sharpen your skills as a usa softball umpire. Wherever he or him or their related pronouns may appear in this rule book either as words or as parts of. The softball year for usssa runs from august 1 to july 31. Senior softball usa is dedicated to informing and uniting the senior softball players of america and the world. Usssa fastpitch softball bat rules new england usssa fastpitch. Here is a handydandy guide to the major differences between asa and usssa rules for girls fast pitch softball. Senior bat rules are specified in specialty division regulation.
The national softball association nsa was founded in 1982 by hugh cantrell in lexington, kentucky. The coach, pitcher or catcher of the defensive team may request an intentional walk either before or during the pitch count. 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. All leagues are to be considered class c leagues or below coed. This change to allow intentional walks was enacted to align fast pitch and slow pitch rules, to keep up with current trends of the sport, and also to maximize the flow of the game. Those rules include field distances, pitching distances, number of players and equipment. Found out about this recently, but it has been under the radar, so wanted to make sure people were aware of it. Rules for usssa georgia youth fast pitch softball and. Like most softball sanctioning bodies the rules of usssa play are virtually identical to pony, asa and other. A 10 polycore level 5 softball ball will be used for all 6u competition. Anything else for usssa would be a made up rule by the person running the tournament. The usa softball rule book is only available when you purchase the app, or register as a usa umpire, then you should be given a 2020 rule book.
Oklahoma usssa machine pitch rules play will be governed by usssa rule book, unless specified in this section. There were 25 teams that competed in four divisions at lac lavon fields in. Usssa and usa softball both also currently require both feet to be in. Georgia usssa girls fast pitch softball usssa fast pitch official playing rules. It includes information on the usssa national rulebook, c and recallstar program rule exceptions, registration year, age eligibility, equipment and insurance.
The selection outline should consist of the usssa softball rule book this training, you will be worth it in an effective manner. Senior softballusa sanctions tournaments and championships, registers players, writes the rulebook, publishes senior softballusa news, hosts international softball tours and promotes senior softball throughout the world. Oregon usssa strives to create a familyoriented atmosphere to all that enjoy participation in sports, building upon a shared passion for recreational and competitive level involvement in youth baseball, youth fast pitch, and adult slow. 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 softball. Oklahoma usssa coach pitch rules play will be governed by usssa rule book, unless specified in this section. Usssa east operates high quality tournaments and events in fastpitch softball and baseball in maryland and delaware. Apr 02, 20 not all softball hitters need the usssa softball rule book and arms to strike only at the usssa softball rule book and you can trust for high performance in softball is a challenging task. Four out fielders must be 10 feet behind base path. Adult slow pitch softball league rules total performance bond refundable to manager if team does not forfeit any games umpire assignors fee usssa registration fee and rule book league registration fee 18 dudley optic yellow balls. A a team with a player found to be illegal due to age, grade or class violation, anytime during the usssa event, will be deemed ineligible. Will be interested in what the pfg, usssa, and asa decide to do about this rule. Girls fastpitch softball rules girls fastpitch softball.
Differences between asa and usssa rules softball at bellaonline. Thats a ball in every association if it doesnt cross the batter for a strike. Usssa fastpitch softball bat rules new england usssa. United states specialty sports associationglobal sports league usssagsl 2015present ultimate sports alliance usa tournaments 2011 2014 national softball association nsa 20092010. The fenton parks and recreation softball program is not a registered usssa program. Our program is committed to creating opportunities for play at all ages and ability levels, promoting the sports and their athletes and connecting our program with the community in the interest of improving awareness and giving.
The ultimate guide to ncaa nfhs asa usssa fast pitch softball rules paperback february 1, 2014. Softball rules and regulations usssa east maryland. Rules for usssa georgia youth fast pitch softball and usssa. The pitcher is not allowed to stop or bounce the ball in pitching position as it may prevent the batsman from hitting the ball. Sep 29, 2009 the michigan high school athletic association, or mhsaa, has established softball rules that all michigan high schools must follow. The ultimate guide to ncaa nfhs asa usssa fast pitch softball rules by billy martin, tim malloy, et al. International softball federation is strictly prohibited. Azusssa arizona fast pitch softball official website. Viera, fl roger hockey, a former national military director with usssa, died tuesday at his home in arbustes, maryland. This rule book is designed with the knowledge that we provide a printed. Official fastpitch playing rules and bylaws fifteenth edition p.
As we move forward our commitment and goals remain the same. This change to allow intentional walks was enacted to align fast pitch. A current bat standards went into effect january 1, 2014. Softball rules committee welcomes four new members. With few exceptions, georgia usssa girls fast pitch will abide by the rules and bylaws governed by the 2014 usssa rulebook. Ncaa pitching rule changes discuss fastpitch softball community.
What is girls fastpitch softball girls fastpitch softball january 8, 2014 at 10. This website is powered by the sportsengine platform, but is owned by and subject. With few exceptions determined by local tournament directors, florida usssa girls fastpitch will abide by the rules and bylaws governed by the 15th edition usssa rulebook. Ncaa pitching rule changes discuss fastpitch softball. You will find the complete rules and regulations in the usssa rule book.
Neighboring states keeping eyes on wyomings slow embrace of softball. I wouldnt be surprised if some team tries to pull that rule at the coin flip though. Senior softballusa is dedicated to informing and uniting the senior softball players of america and the world. Softball rules and regulations this page outlines specific rule information for the usssa fastpitch program in maryland and delaware. A regulation game shall be seven 7 innings for world series play. National fastpitch softball coach of the year 2017. Not all softball hitters need the usssa softball rule book and arms to strike only at the usssa softball rule book and you can trust for high performance in softball is a challenging task. Fastpitch usssa united states specialty sports association. Utrip world uniform rule slowpitch softball forums. Mission statement develop, direct and promote the sport of amateur softball through a coordinated effort. All leagues are to be considered class c leagues or below coed will be competitive or below as pertains to all rules. Event searchvenuesfacilitiesusssa points structure.
Infield fly rule there is no infield fly rule for this division. Usssa rule book usssa united states specialty sports. New york high school softball pitcher strikes out all 21 batters in. Rule clarifications and plays welcome to the rule clarifications and plays umpire page. All batters will start with a 11 count, one ball and one strike. United states specialty sports associationglobal sports league usssagsl 2015present ultimate sports alliance usa tournaments 2011 2014 national softball association. Should you wish to have an official rule book, contact usssa at 8007414 to order. Effective january 1, 2014 all bats used for usssa fastpitch softball play must. The pitcher must keep one foot on the pitching mound at all times during the pitch.
Usssa fastpitch rules new england usssa fastpitch ct usssa. Roger started umpiring for slow pitch softball and holding umpire classes for usssa in howard county, maryland in 1978. Alabamas libby baker sets softball national record. Utrip umps normally wont call anything over head high a strike because the batters stand up in the box and if it hits the plate its a ball, so its virtually impossible to throw a pitch that hits 10 in the middle and crosses below the back shoulder without hitting the plate. Participation rule the entire roster of players will be listed in the batting lineup and no player will be benched for more than 1 consecutive inning. Please contact us with any and all ideas that can possibly elevate us to achieve our mission. The team will be disqualified and put in last place. Rules stated herein may restate official rules for added emphasis or clarity, may. Jan 27, 2020 the usa softball rule book is only available when you purchase the app, or register as a usa umpire, then you should be given a 2020 rule book. Our program is committed to creating opportunities for play at all ages and ability levels, promoting the sports and their athletes and connecting our program with the community in the interest of improving awareness and giving back through our many charitable benefit events. Recall that this requirement was announced in 2011 in order to give everyone ample time to conform to the new standards.
The rules are in accordance with the united states specialty sports association softball rules. Usssa mourns the loss of slowpitch military program founder roger hockey. Senior softball usa sanctions tournaments and championships, registers players, writes the rulebook, publishes senior softball usa news, hosts international softball tours and promotes senior softball throughout the world. The stride foot no longer has to be in contact with the plate at the start of a pitch. The association shall also do business as independent softball association, inc. Only those bats approved by usssa and have the new fingerprint stamp on the bat are legal in bsc play. The usa softball app provides the latest in news, results and videos from team usa athletes and events across the globe. Today, im going to talk to you about the new asa softball bat rule changes. An exciting new brand has emerged from our national office. The online rulebook supersedes any printed edition.
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