Nasa youth fastpitch rule book

Usssa fastpitch national update usssa announces 2020 online revisions to fastpitch rule book at its 52nd annual convention, usssa introduced several fastpitch rule changes for the 2020 season. 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. Our rule book is now on a two year print cycle and this is the off year. Nasa softball association official rules last revision 062420 the playing rules of the nasa softball association are the official rules of softball as adopted by the amateur softball association asa with the following changes. The primary governing bodies are the american softball association asa, the national softball association nsa. What are the current rules and regulations regarding.

Rule books are included with registration materials when you register your usa softball team or when you register as an umpire. According to the widely accepted fastpitch softball rules, the size of the ball also varies according to the age of the players. Wherever fast pitch only fp only appears in the official rules, the same rules apply to modified pitch with the exception of the pitching rule. Well be in touch with news, updates, and ways you can help the team. A full set of rules and any modification should be available from the league or tournament organizer. Also known as the junior olympic program, the asas youth division is one of the countrys largest kids sports organizations.

Email sent to the utah high school activities association softball leadership on september 16, 2015. Be safe out there, and we look forward to seeing everyone in panama city beach for the usfa world series in july. Alabamas libby baker sets softball national record. Asa softball rules my youth baseball youth baseball made. Contact your state director with any questions on the rule changes. The home team shall furnish an official scorekeeper, provide a new 12 inch game ball, and a good used ball for backup. National youth sports 1012 softball rules 8114 page 1 10 12 year old girls softball rules a. While youre coaching softball, dont forget to teach youngsters about the rules of the sport.

Umpire will stop the clock if a time out is called by either team or an injury occurs to a player in the last 5 minutes of the game. In light of the mostrecent federal recommendations regarding the novel. Floridas official website for the national softball association youth fastpitch softball. Male fastpitch softball canada official rulebook 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. If the players are within the age of 10 years, a 11inch ball is used, and if the players are 11year old or more, a 12inch ball is used.

Wfc softball rules changes and emphasis for 2016 8u coach pitch changes and emphasis teams may bat all batters up to, but. To obtain this goal aws must have the cooperation of each player, manager, and coach. From the beginning, youth softball coaches teach skills to beginners. This provides the general rules, but may not have the latest update of rules for the nafa youth. Please check the tournament websites and with the tournament director of the event you are playing if you have a question regarding a rule you feel is. They include how to hit a softball, how to catch one and how to throw one. These are the rules of play as determined by the usa softball in 2020. Girls fastpitch softball is starting back up, after being down for a month. All world sports northern nevada fastpitch tournaments. Stay home and stay safe so we can get back out on the field and the court sooner than later. This will ensure we have good contact information for. Dead ball and suspension of play deadball and delayed deadball tables rule 6.

Girls not wearing a mask will only be allowed to play in the outfield. The softball leagues for girls, under pony baseball, inc. Tsa plays by usaasa rules the rules will be slightly modified by age group. Uhsaa softball leadership,in preparing for the upcoming softball season i have been reading the 2016 nfhs points of emphasis and i need your feedback on the strike zone poe. 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. There are also different rules for slow pitch softball and fast pitch softball. Any misuse or reprinting of these official rules without the prior written consent of the wbsc is prohibited. Any reprinting of the official rules without the expressed written consent. 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. 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. As a newer softball official i have been following the more experienced of.

Nsa softball rules includes case book, rulebook, field dimension sizes, umpires manuals and rule changes, all are in pdf format. Modifications and rule highlights for this tournament are listed below. New pitching rulesqueen of the hill discuss fastpitch. The indiana nsa hall of fame ceremony was held on 111619 in michigan city. Panama city beach world series is scheduled for july. The rules for softball parents fastpitch softball tv. Teams are guests in the city that the tournament is being conducted. The words junior olympic or the initials jo refer to youth softball. Games can be called after five innings if a run ahead rule is used fp8 sp12. The amateur softball association asa sets rules and regulations for softball. Coaching youth softball is written especially for the unprepared parent thrust into the role of coaching his or her 8 to 12yearold childs softball team. Game game games can be shortened by agreement of the opposing coaches for run rule, time limit or one team leading by substantial margin, if state association does not have a ruling. New rules andor changes are bolded and italicized in each section.

We will host our very first nasa youth nationals in the fall of 1991 nasa will sanction several other youth meets in the course of the year, in various states. 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. Pony baseball and softball world series event cancellation announcement. New york high school softball pitcher strikes out all 21 batters in. Nsa fastpitch softball twin rule post by ixamnis tue may 26, 2015 8. National fastpitch softball coach of the year 2017. Official playing rules can be found at all updates or corrections can be found there as this book is only a. We will conduct more than 20 state meets, and 17 regional meets. If you are a director or uic you already have an account. Designated player dp flexible player flex rule explained. The age control date is prior to january 1, current year. Rule 151 states materials inside the bat or treatmentsdevices used to alter the bat specifications andor enhance performance e.

At its 52nd annual convention in fort myers, florida, usssa introduced several fastpitch rule changes for the 2020 season. Dixie angels traditional specific playing rules only. The aps will be placed in the batting order in the positions to be occupied. Players, parents, or spectators who are unruly will be warned by the. Nsa girls fastpitch softball rules national softball association. Girls fastpitch softball rules girls fastpitch softball. The playing rules of the nasa softball association are the official rules of.

For a full listing of all nasa state meets where youth meets will be held, call nasa headquarters at 14058729684. The online revised edition is expected to be uploaded by january 31, 2020. The coach, pitcher or catcher of the defensive team may request an intentional walk either before or during the pitch count. From this page you can access the monthly files intended to sharpen your skills as a usa softball umpire. Upbeat and inspirational, it schools new coaches in the fundamentals of controlling, motivating, and encouraging a disparate group of kids in the art and science of softball. Bats must also be marked with the usaasa certified stamp. In support of the worldwide effort to keep our communities safe, our online store will remain open, but orders will be shipped on a weekly basis beginning may 11th, 2020. Norfolk baseball association is a registered 501c nonprofit, volunteer organization whose purpose is to provide an opportunity for norfolk children to play and learn the game of baseball, help to improve skills, confidence, and promote selfrespect.

The links in this section will serve as your source for all usa softball youth news, including rule changes, tournament schedules, tournament results. Asa softball rules for the playing areathe softball pitches vary based on whether it is a mens game or a womens game. Official softball rules adopted, published and distributed by. Rule interpretations rule interpretations definitions of basic terms used in softball, such as batter, fielders, base runners, infield fly, etc. Rule clarifications and plays welcome to the rule clarifications and plays umpire page. Appeal must be made within 10 day of termination, must be in writing, and must be received by the isa national office within 15 days of notice of termination. No, you dont need to test them on every softball rule your players get enough tests in school. Apr 04, 2014 fastpitch softball tv network free fastpitch softball videos, fastpitch softball blogs, fastpitch softball clinics, and softball drills. Failure to make written appeal within the ten 10 day period will result in forfeiture of all rights for appeal. United states fastpitch association softball, showcase. This provides the general rules, but may not have the latest update of rules for the nafa youth 8u to 18u. What is girls fastpitch softball girls fastpitch softball january 8, 2014 at 10.

The north american fastpitch association is constantly updating the rules of fastpitch. The aps can also be used on defense only 9 defensive players in the field, but must keep the same position in the batting. The printed edition of the rules book printed 12019 will be superseded by the online revised edition 12020. The national softball association is a full service organization that offers a division of play and a level of competition that. North american fastpitch association rules of softball.

All xds tournaments and events will be played using asa rules with the following exceptions. We conducted several tournaments and hosted the southwest world series in prescott, arizona with 27 teams competing. Youth the sole may be smooth, have soft or hard rubber cleats. However, it is always a good idea to check with your leagues website or director for specific rules, regulations, and lists of approved bats. Players, parents, or spectators who are unruly will be warned by the coach and may be asked to leave the game area if necessary. 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.

Southern in usssa fastpitch by 3up 3down events public. The fastpitch program is designed for both boys and girls however, the boys program shall be entirely separate from the girls program. Nafa is the players choice may 1 updatesome good, some bad and some no news. Pitching distance 10u 35 ft 12u 40 ft 14u 16u 43 ft. If you are a coach or team manager, or an umpire you must create an account first before you can apply for membership. And to stock up on stylish team usa gear that you can wear all year round, visit the team usa shop.

For more information, visit the usa softball website, district 11 j. 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. Nafa girls fastpitch events in oregon and washington may 1516 and may 2223 are cancelled as of today and the earliest possible date is may 3031 and the more probably date is the 1st, 2nd or 3rd weekend in june. Asa official rules of softball umpire edition sports websites. The national softball association nsa was founded in 1982 by hugh cantrell in lexington, kentucky. Softball rules committee welcomes four new members. If any agreement cannot be reached upon definition or rule interpretation in isa play. The league or tournament may also modify certain rules for a specific fastpitch softball season or tournament. A detailed guide to the rules and regulations of fastpitch. Rules changes for 2020 including the unified pitching rule are not included in the printed version, but will be included in the revised online edition.

A situation not specifically covered in these local rules will be governed by asa rules. Nations fastpitch association rule book official fast pitch playing rules and bylaws. Teams may use additional aps to bat their entire roster roster batting, subject to the restrictions of rules 5. This online rule book is designed with the knowledge that we provide a printed copy of the rules with registrations each year. Delete the portions of rule 3 concerning gloves, shoes, and. If your fastpitch softball league is governed by a different body, the chances are that if your bat bears the approval of either asa or usssa, it will be legal in your league. Official playing rules can be found at all updates or corrections can be found there as this book is only a guide. The matter was successfully concluded thanks to a handy copy of the official rules of softball once the relevant rule was located in the book and read to the unpire and opposing team. All world sports conduct guidelines it is the purpose of all world sports association to conduct the best possible tournaments from all aspects.