2013 asa fastpitch rule book 2016 pdf

Association shall also do business as independent softball association, inc. Like most softball sanctioning bodies the rules of usssa play are virtually identical to pony, asa and other organizations. The metro kansas city asa commissioner and the metro kansas. Louis, mo girls 18u b fast pitch east sunbury fastpitch sunbury, pa. It is because of your continued support that asa remains the number one softball organization in america. If any agreement cannot be reached upon definition or rule interpretation in isa play, then the tournament director and uic. Nwraa asa sanctioned 10 and under fastpitch rules 20 revised 212 our 10 u0026amp. To obtain this goal aws must have the cooperation of each player, manager, and coach. Men and boys fast pitch, 141618 under slow pitch, and womens fast pitch and g12141618ufp will use the 12 ball. The standard effect for an illegal pitch is a ball on the batter legal position in the batters box rule 11. 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.

The online rule book supersedes the printed edition there are no other rule books that govern usssa fastpitch. A search feature allows you to use keywords and immediately find rule references. Mens, womens, and corec slow pitch softball rules current a. When in the coachs box a base coach may have a score book electronic or paper, pen. 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. Mission statement develop, direct and promote the sport of amateur softball. Asa official rules of softball umpire edition sports websites. The amateur softball association of america is the governing body of softball in the u. On february 14, 20, the ohsaa board of directors mandated that these.

The online rulebook supersedes any printed edition. City junior olympic commissioner reserve the right to create additional rules and regulations not specifically covered in the asa. That may seem like a simple question but the answers will vary. Weve added the asa rule book to our resources section. Tournament rules and guidelines for all divisions of little league softball. Requires the runners lane to be drawn on the field and all associated rules apply batsgame rule 3. And to stock up on stylish team usa gear that you can wear all year round, visit the team usa shop.

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. The association shall also do business as independent softball association, inc. 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. The catcher must remain in the box until the pitched ball is 1 batted, 2 touches the ground, the plate, or the. Rules stated herein may restate official rules for added emphasis or clarity, may. 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. Asa girls 18u a eastern new york bad apples binghamton, ny asa girls 18u a southern bash softball new port richey, fl asa girls 18u a western american pastime alta loma, ca asa girls 18u a northern st. Pick here for general table of contents pick here for playing. Many of the publications offered by the ncaa appeal to the collegiate sports fan, novice and experienced alike. No materials mailed for 2016 season except memo to coaches. No books mailed for 2016 season 2016 nfhs softball rule book nfhs softball case book 20162017 umpires manual 2016 preseason guide. The fastpitch field diagram base and pitching measurement 60 bases. Bat barrels made entirely of wood are permitted and need not bear an asa mark, but shall not exceed 2. Thanks you to over three million players, coaches and sponsors that participate in asa leagues throughout the country.

Any reprinting of the official rules without the expressed written consent of the international softball federation is strictly prohibited. They are not listed in the umpire gear pages, nor with the umpire training material. Boys and girls 10under fast pitch and boys 1012 under slow pitch will use the 11 ball. Bats must meet asa performance standards, and bats shall be labeled with the permanentembossed asa certification mark. Well be in touch with news, updates, and ways you can help the team. Certification mark, or asa 20 certification mark slow pitch, mens adult fast pitch. To include all participants, both male and female sexes. Rules changes are identified by a shaded background.

Playing field exceptions the playing field shall be laid out according to the following instructions, supplemented by the diagrams at the end of these rules. The 201617 softball rules clinic is comprised of four 4 lessons. 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. All world sports northern nevada fastpitch tournaments. International softball federation is strictly prohibited. To establish uniform softball rules and regulations. Softball is a game similar to baseball played with a larger ball 11 to 12 in. Girls fastpitch softball rules girls fastpitch softball. 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. Softball message board with discussions on softball hitting, softball. All registered teams and players shall be governed by this code. Softball head coaches will receive a nfhs softball rules book every. Registration with asa is required once every calendar year, and is separate from the houston parks and recreation department.

Asa 8u fastpitch rules pdf complete theocritushwan. You also have to be persistent in finding these on the asa site. Independent softball association hereafter referred to as isa or the. The rules are in accordance with the united states specialty sports association softball rules. Appeal plays an appeal play is a one which the umpire may not make a call until a player or manager brings it to the umpires attention. The dpflex rule in fast pitch accommodates the ada rule. 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. Prohibits a twopiece interchangeable barrel construction bat.

Rules of the game download pdf order rules book skip to main content. The coach, pitcher or catcher of the defensive team may request an intentional walk either before or during the pitch count. Ncaa softball rules book, including a complete reorganization only those changes that. Nwraa asa sanctioned 10 and under fastpitch rules 20. Rules changes major editorial changes points of emphasis other topics at the end of lessons 1, 2 and 3 you will need to successfully complete the lesson quiz before you can continue to the next lesson. Asa softball rule book with the exceptions or explanations noted in the following paragraphs. 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. Asa is committed to providing the best organization, tournament program, umpire program and benefits to our members. 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. Sep 29, 2009 the michigan high school athletic association, or mhsaa, has established softball rules that all michigan high schools must follow. The asa code has been adopted by metro kansas city asa. Teams are guests in the city that the tournament is being conducted. 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. Wherever he or him or their related pronouns may appear in this rule book either as words.

The 2016 coaches and officials manual includes information regarding. Fillable online flyer montana asa softball fax email print. One american flag, not to exceed 2 inches by 3 inches, may be worn or occupy space on the jersey. Mouse over the resources menu button on the upper right side of any page, and then click asa rule bo. Asa rule book asa rule books are a benefit of membership and are only distributed by the asa commissioner or their staff. 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. Bylaws of the independent softball association organization name the name of the organization shall be the independent softball association hereafter referred to as isa or the association. Tulsa amateur softball association 2019 league rules. Ncaa publications official baseballsoftball scorebook. Under league is designed for girls age 10 or younger as of january 1, 20.

Numerous editorial changes were made in the 2001 edition of the ncaa softball rules book. Independent softball association girls fastpitch softball. From this page you can access the monthly files intended to sharpen your skills as a usa softball umpire. Softball rules vary somewhat from those of baseball. At no time is the branding sticker allowed on top of the base. If you are a coach or team manager, or an umpire you must create an account first before you can apply for membership. On a decision regarding a checked swing, when asked by the catcher, the plate. Only those changes which clarified the previous rule or provided interpretation are listed below. All record books contain single game, season, and career records for all three divisions, plus coaching records, conference standings, attendance leaders, and award winners. Wherever he or him or their related pronouns may appear in this rule book either as words or as parts of. Rule clarifications and plays welcome to the rule clarifications and plays umpire page.

The amateur softball association asa of america founded 1933 is one of the. The ultimate guide to ncaa nfhs asa usssa fast pitch softball rules by billy martin, tim malloy, et al. By state association approval, to allow for special occasions, commemorative or memorial patches, not. Welcome to the rule clarifications and plays umpire page.

Those rules include field distances, pitching distances, number of players and equipment. A situation not specifically covered in these local rules will be governed by asa rules. Click here for information on how to display your epub download on ipad, kindle, nook, iphone, android and blackberry, plus your desktop browsers. We present complete release of this ebook in djvu, txt, epub, pdf, doc formats. Electronic rule book purchase the 2018asa umpire manual 2016 rules canton homesforsale if you are looking for the ebook asa umpire manual 2016 rules in pdf form, then you have come on to the right site. Asa 2016 rulebook by amateur softball association of america. With few exceptions, ct usssa fastpitch will abide by the rules and bylaws governed by the usssa fastpitch rulebook. The standard effect for an illegal pitch is a ball on the batter legal position in.