Throughout the country our umpires ask about rules and plays that come up. Independent softball association hereafter referred to as isa or the. You will also find the proposed rule changes for the coming season located on this same page. Head softball coaches directors of athletics of ncaa member institutions. Pick here for general table of contents pick here for playing. That concludes this summary of rule changes for 2010. If you didnt, you are owed one and should contact your commissioner. Numerous editorial changes were made in the 2001 edition of the ncaa softball rules book. Mens, womens, and corec slow pitch softball rules current a. Their rule book doesnt specifically say that the batter must, or must not, make an attempt to avoid the pitch. Leagues are well within their right to change any asa rule they see fit to see rule 12 so if youre asking in the context of your particular league, you cant go back to them with the argument that the asa rule book says something different if their written league rules say otherwise. Asa is the only organization that still makes you pay to see a copy of their rule book. Yesterday i was told by an asa umpire that the rules changed 10 years ago, and a coach is allowed 4 trips to the mound before a pitcher must be removed.
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. That may seem like a simple question but the answers will vary. As well, if possible, add the page number andor section this is found in the 2010 asa rule book. Welcome to discuss fastpitch your free account is waiting to the best softball community on the web. Softball rules vary somewhat from those of baseball.
Bats must bear the 2004 asa ertification seal andc be a model listed on the ncaa 2011 approved softball bat list in order be used for to ncaa competition played under the ncaa softball rules and interpretations book the ncaa. 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. The change to rule 112b was made after two member state associations experimented with 43 feet florida for four years and oregon for one year. If more than one player wears exposed undergarments lower and upper body they must be the same color and style.
Only those changes which clarified the previous rule or provided interpretation are listed below. 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. Softball rules and regulations usssa east maryland. It does say that the batter cant intentionally move to get hit by the pitch. Characteristics of approved equipment cannot be changed. Louis, mo girls 18u b fast pitch east sunbury fastpitch sunbury, pa. Anyone have the direct link to the full asa rulebook. Rule 8 sec 2 the lookback rule is in effect when the ball is live, the batterrunner has touched first base or has been declared out, and the pitcher has possession of the ball e. The regulation softball used in fastpitch softball is 12 inches in circumference. The underhand fliptype move of fastpitch looks quite different to that of baseball pitching. The seven innings in a fastpitch softball game lasts the length of time it takes three batters to strike out on each team. As always, check out the rule book yourself and if you have any questions, contact your local asa umpireinchief for clarifications before you step out onto the field.
Those which are grammatical in nature are not listed. Asa is committed to providing the best organization, tournament program, umpire program and benefits to our members. Perhaps the biggest rule change for 2010 is moving the fast pitch pitching distance to 43 feet for 18u rec and 16u rec and travel games. A certified bat will have a mark stating it conforms to asa standards. Most organizations will take the asa fastpitch softball rules and tweak the rules to fit the situation. 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. The amateur softball association determines the rules for fastpitch softball in the. Softball is a game similar to baseball played with a larger ball 11 to 12 in.
That way, you have several options as there will be wide variance in performance from one game to the next and this way you are. The asa rules allow for extra innings to be played in the event of a tie at the end of the seventh inning. Welcome to the rule clarifications and plays umpire page. Asa fastpitch softball pitching rules healthy living. Recommended distance from foul line to nearest obstruction or dugoutbench should be minimum of 25 and maximum of 30 outfield fence arc of equal distance. Pyroflite, a producer of microwavable softball bat warmers and other sports warming products, gets the amateur softball association to overturn rule 3 section 7 for the 2010 rule book and. The ultimate guide to ncaa nfhs usa softball asa usssa fast pitch softball rules. 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. Discussion in ask the umpire started by dementeddj, sep 8, 2014. Heres a quick, down and dirty summary of asa rule changes for 2010. They shall be responsible to ensure that all required sanction.
The usa softball of arkansas asa supports all levels of play. A run rule of fifteen after three, twelve after four innings, or eight after five full innings will apply asa rule 5, section 9. The amateur softball association of america, one of the prime governing bodies for fastpitch softball, requires pitchers to follow a predictable routine. Nsa softball rules includes case book, rulebook, field dimension sizes, umpires manuals and rule changes, all are in pdf format. 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. The ncaa official softball rulebook for 2010 sets several requirements for the. Gloves may be worn by any player in the field, subject to size specifications in rule 3. Mission statement develop, direct and promote the sport of amateur softball through a coordinated effort.
After you get the clarification from the commissioner, you can proceed accordingly. All playing rules and regulations will be governed by the 2010 asa official guide and rule book. Thanks you to over three million players, coaches and sponsors that participate in asa leagues throughout the country. Generally, asa seems to be attempting to bring fast pitch softball more in line with college softball, as well as aligning slow pitch and modified pitch more with fast pitch softball. Asa is the only organization that still makes you pay to see a.
They are not listed in the umpire gear pages, nor with the umpire training material. If you are a coach or team manager, or an umpire you must create an account first before you can apply for membership. The association shall also do business as independent softball association, inc. Also, when you register your team with asa your team should receive a rule book. No part of this book may be reproduced or utilized in any form or. The coach, pitcher or catcher of the defensive team may request an intentional walk either before or during the pitch count. Asa rule book asa rule books are a benefit of membership and are only distributed by the asa commissioner or. As an example, in most of the younger leagues, stealing is prohibited. Official softball rules adopted, published and distributed by. A situation not specifically covered in these local rules will be governed by asa rules. When we had a team at that level, we did arrange for a pitching coach to teach the windmill.
The online rule book supersedes the printed edition there are no other rule books that govern usssa fastpitch. I know, in asa thats the way its done, once she goes into the dugout, shes out, but they specifically put this in the rule book so i want to make sure that its addressed. Please post asa rule questions on the softball forum i. Asa approves pyroflite bat warmer sleeve and amends rule 3. You also have to be persistent in finding these on the asa site. Wherever he or him or their related pronouns may appear in this rule book either as words or as parts of. The links in this section will serve as your source for all usa softball umpire news including rule changes, umpire schools, umpire equipment, the usa softball umpire medals program and the. If i were you, i would give a call to the commissioner of your league and ask himher the question about windmill being required. From this page you can access the monthly files intended to sharpen your skills as a usa softball umpire. The fastpitch field diagram base and pitching measurement 60 bases.
Discussion in ask the umpire started by sprtfan, apr 19. Articles on asa rules and external links to other association and league rule books. This ball is hit by players with a bat, no more than 34 inches long and 2. In pool play, no inning shall start after 1 hour and. Examples include icing or cooling of any equipment. Sp slowpitch, fp fastpitch nfhs softball asa rules differences. Found the official asa book, and it says the pitcher must not make two. Amateur softball association equipment equipment exposed lowerbody undergarments must be either school colors or colors of black, white, or gray. Independent softball association girls fastpitch softball.
It is because of your continued support that asa remains the number one softball organization in america. On their website, there is another document for common rule interpretations. The standard effect for an illegal pitch is a ball on the batter legal position in. You may also want to ask the umpire if you run across himher again to show you the rule in the asa book requiring windmill. Factor or less, ssusa approved bats, or bats having an asa 2000 or 2004. Yep, the asa app or an asa representative are your only two official options. Found in rule 8, section 9, b2 of the asa rule book all adult slow pitch except seniors any eligible player on the official lineup. In pool play, no inning shall start after 1 hour and 40 minutes asa rule 5, section 10. Jul 10, 2010 the regulation softball used in fastpitch softball is 12 inches in circumference. Keep in mind that usfa refers back to the nfhs national federation of high schools, if something is not covered in their rule book. Softball guide and playing rules to the best of my.
Pick here for general table of contents pick here for. Mouse over the resources menu button on the upper right side of any page, and then click asa rule bo. This rule book incorporates all changes to the rules of softball made at the international softball congress. The amateur softball association asa of america founded 1933 is one of the. Approved softball bat list and a handful of rule changes to cover any incident of a nonapproved bats appearance in a game. If you play in the eastern nationals then teams must have bollinger insurance, please see asa rule book for further information. Asa fastpitch pitching rule question slowpitch softball. The amateur softball association of america, one of the prime governing bodies for fastpitch softball, requires pitchers to follow a. 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. A pitcher may drop the arm to the side and to the rear before starting the windmill motion.
In addition, approved bats shall not be rolled, shaved or modified to change their characteristics from that produced by the manufacturer. The most recent tournament was xii womens world championship in june, 2010. 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. I only find the updates or changes to certain rules. Each book contains diagrams of playing areas, official signals, and offical interpretations and rulings. Major asa rule changes for 2010 softball at bellaonline. Coaches surveyed within these states were overwhelmingly supportive of the change. Sometimes you can track down a copy that someone has uploaded on their own. The change to rule 112b was made after two member state associations experimented with 43.
You will find the complete rules and regulations in the usssa rule book. Dec 11, 2018 the seven innings in a fastpitch softball game lasts the length of time it takes three batters to strike out on each team. Jan 18, 2010 this feature is not available right now. Usssa bats will be allowed legible asa or usssa stamp must still be present on all bats. For the 2020 usssa fastpitch rule changes, click here. International softball federation is strictly prohibited. This is primarily an editorial change, struckhoff said. Asa official rules of softball umpire edition sports websites. Girls fastpitch softball rules girls fastpitch softball.
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