Baja arizona girls softball association was formed in 2004 by seven independent leagues in. And to stock up on stylish team usa gear that you can wear all year round, visit the team usa shop. The coach, pitcher or catcher of the defensive team may request an intentional walk either before or during the pitch count. National fastpitch softball coach of the year 2017. Rules 742 and 1023l provide the authority to umpires to penalize for equipment violations. Remember that every city and county will have their own set of dates for reopening for business so certain parts of the state might be open before others. Dont forget to get registered for spring worlds and make a run at winning the championship rings. The ncaa playing rules oversight panel approved a rule banning defenders in softball from blocking the plate or base before they have possession of the ball, effective for the 2018 season. Book 2019 2019 nfhs basketball rule book pdf 201920 nfhs basketball rule book 2019 nfhs softball rule book pdf nfhs 2019 softball rule book 2019 nfhs softball rule book 201920 nfsaa basket rule book nfhs softball rule. To do the exam, from the homepage of nsa canada, click on forms and applications and then become an umpire.
This portion of the rule had been inadvertently omitted. Softball umpiring home plate sup website at sup arbitersports com protests must be filed using the protest form also located on the sup website the ncaa softball case book should be used as a supplemental resource when reading and understanding these rules the case book is on the sup. My daughter just moved up to 10u and im trying to get a handle on a few of the new rules which we may be able to take advantage of. Need help with nsa vs asa rules discussion in open slow pitch board started by n. The national softball association general playing rules official playing rules can be found at all updates or corrections can be found there as this book is only a guide. Nfhs sandy searcy named to usa softball board of directors. Teams must be nsa sanctioned to enter this tournament. Nsa official youth roster nsa national office 859 887.
The entry forms are located on the forms page and following the instructions on the page. Rule 412d already requires head coaches to verify that their players are legally and properly equipped. The national softball association nsa was founded in 1982 by hugh cantrell in lexington, kentucky. Thanks bob, i have the book, but i cant find anything on it. It seems as though nsa has the twin rule and most other associations have the dpflex rule. All rule interpretation protest must be recorded on the scorecard at. Nsa softball rules includes case book, rulebook, field dimension sizes, umpires manuals and rule changes, all are in pdf format. National softball association the players association. Nsa canada the fastest growing slopitch organization in. Nsa has a twin rule, that is similar to asahs dpflex rule. Girls fastpitch softball rules girls fastpitch softball. The other piece of info i had been trying to figure out how to do was to flip the book and see the other half of the inning or other team details after the third. If any agreement cannot be reached upon definition or rule interpretation in isa play. It is the responsibility of coaches, managers, sponsors and players to know the nsa rules and bylaws.
Softball rules vary somewhat from those of baseball. The batters box, one on each side of home plate, shall measure three feet by seven feet. Any nsa twin rule vs dpflex fastpitch rules slowpitch. Well be in touch with news, updates, and ways you can help the team. A player who turns 11, or 15 years of age in the current year, may move up two 2 divisions and may play. 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. Leagues or tournaments, or any reproduction of the same, as well as my name. 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. Rule book, without the express written consent of the. Home teams shall occupy third base dugout and visitors shall occupy first base dugout.
The nsa rule book will prevail with the following exceptions. From this page you can access the monthly files intended to sharpen your skills as a usa softball umpire. This website is powered by the sportsengine platform, but is owned by and subject to the minnesota softball privacy policy. All softball bats must have the asa or nsa certification mark.
Usssa national offices will relocate april 17, 2017. If you were to make a pointbypoint comparison of the nsa and asa rule book, you would find literally dozens of rule differences. 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. Ignorance of a rule or bylaw of nsa does not negate the penalty. Nsa florida will evaluate this decision weekly and determinations of when to resume playing in each area of the state will be made in conjunction with local government agencies. Once registration with has been confirmed, you will return to this site to sign up for tournaments. The defensive player, playing the position of pitcher, shall remain with at least one foot inside the pitchers circle until the pitched ball has been delivered to. The most important indiana nsa information like rain delays, etc will be posted here. All participants must be listed on the roster with all information correct and complete. Teams wishing to compete and play in our tournaments need to go to the web site to register your team for events.
Revisedspring 2017 1coed softball rules and regulations field of play the field of play will be a regulation softball field. Softball 21 3 2 a, exception gloves 21 3 3 batting helmet 2223 3 7 exc, pen. National softball association of western pa proudly. College softball panel approves obstruction rule change.
Other sanctioning bodies of softball are aau, nsa, pony, asa, isc, usssa and. The inside lines of the batters box shall be six 6 inches from home plate. If you are a coach or team manager, or an umpire you must create an account first before you can apply for membership. 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 responsibility to verify that players are legally equipped rests with the coach and administration of the school. Please remember, that all players present must be in the batting lineup. Rule interpretations rule interpretations definitions of basic terms used in softball, such as batter, fielders, base runners, infield fly, etc.
Dave plane of oro valley fast pitch updated this rule book. All nsa rulesbylaws will be enforced by the nsa registered umpires. New york high school softball pitcher strikes out all 21 batters in. Neighboring states keeping eyes on wyomings slow embrace of softball. Usa softball nonapproved bat list with asa certification marks january 06, 2017. Nsa rule book is available for coaches online 247 at. Roster must be personally signed by a parent or guardian. Softball is a contact sport, played with composite, aluminum, wood and other approved. Nsa team sanction, access to league website, nsa rule book, score book, 16 balls. The only variation between the two programs is the modified pitching rules, which can be found in rule 6. Welcome to the rule clarifications and plays umpire page. Softball is a game similar to baseball played with a larger ball 11 to 12 in. Nsa canada is excited to announce that you can now do your nsa umpire exam online.
Official fastpitch playing rules and bylaws fourteenth edition a, llc 611 line dr kissimmee, fl 34744 800 7414 usssa national offices will relocate april 17, 2017. Softball 21 3 2 a, exception gloves 21 3 3 batting helmet 23 3 7 exc, pen. A player may play up one age group but not down in an age group. Nsa rules will govern all play in strict accordance with the nsa rule book. Softball rules changes 2018 by nfhs on november 01, 2017 softball. The season is scheduled for 10 weeks but weather can cause delays and extend the season.
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