The primary governing bodies are the american softball association asa, the national softball association nsa, the united specialty sports association ussa and the independent softball association isa. Literally, this bad call could be a game changer, and not in a good way. They are made and published by the nfhs in response to situations presented. Tball girls softball rules 2012 washington, kansas. A full set of rules and any modification should be available from the league or tournament organizer. Usa softball was founded in 1933 and currently has approx. Please see enclosed map for directions to the softball complex. The bat shall be marked official softball by the manufacturer or, in the judgment of the umpire, had the words official softball on it at one time. Asa modified pitching rules slowpitch softball forums. With a few exceptions most notably the pitching technique slowpitch. As we start our new softball year, we begin to get into the 2012 rule book in an effort to finetune our knowledge of the asa rules. Tournament rules and guidelines for all divisions of little league softball by little league international jan 1, 2019. The ball used is covered in a synthetic material or leather, and must have a size of 10 inches, 11 inches or 12 inches to comply with the rules. Only game started at a specific point of suspended play is temporary suspensions.
The amateur softball association asa of america founded 1933 is one of the. It seems the rules for balls being called fair or foul has coaches thinking they should carry their asa rule book. To promote amateur softball for all persons regardless of race, age, color, creed, religion, sex or national origin. As we are affiliated with senior softball usa, we draw many rules from that organization. Rule interpretations rule interpretations definitions of basic terms used in softball, such as batter, fielders, base runners, infield fly, etc. 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 bsc softball inc. International tie breaker rules will be used as per 2012 asa code. Wherever he or him or their related pronouns may appear in this rule book. Players wanting to play tball must be going into preschool, kindergarten, 1 st grade or 2 nd grade. All players must be in the lineup for 2 full innings. Abide by the current official senior softball guide and playing rules to the best of. Usa softball of southern california organizes youth clinics, umpire seminars and conducts national qualifying tournaments in slow pitch and fast pitch for.
The national softball hall of fame was dedicated may 26, 1973, in oklahoma city. Dec 22, 2015 2014 texas asa winter workshop umpire clinic angles and distances duration. Usa softball of connecticut is an affiliation of usa softball and one of 67 state and metro associations in the united states of america. Mission statement develop, direct and promote the sport of amateur softball through a coordinated effort. From this page you can access the monthly files intended to sharpen your skills as a usa softball umpire. For mens slow pitch softball, the asa has added a variety of rules to help facilitate fair and faster play. Usa softball of southern california is an affiliate of usa softball, the national governing body of softball in the united states and a united states olympic committee usoc voting member. Softball kentucky high school athletic association. Rule clarifications and plays welcome to the rule clarifications and plays umpire page. What are the current rules and regulations regarding. The document was written by an experienced pitcher named sal guerriero, never met him but he seems to know what he is talking about. Asa remains the number one softball organization in america. The association shall also do business as independent softball association, inc.
You can receive the rule book either when you register an asa team or if you register as an. Helmets must cover the entire head and both ears, and are to be worn at all times by players. Wes weddle the kansas city metro senior softball league. Groundbreaking at usa softballs current location of 2801 ne 50th street in oklahoma city occurred in 1969. Gsa will honor any bat approved by other major softball associations asa,nsa. Asa regulations and rules fast pitch player showcase. Younger girls may be used if needed to make a team. The usa softball rules were also used for the softball competition when it was an olympic sport between 1996 and 2008. Effective for the 2012 season, the miken msf freak bat, is no longer grandfathered in for usage in league play and is no longer a legal bat. Dec 19, 2019 effective for the 2012 season, the miken msf freak bat, is no longer grandfathered in for usage in league play and is no longer a legal bat. Asa rule book asa rule books are a benefit of membership and are only distributed by the asa commissioner or their staff. This has never been truer than in 2004 when the usa womens team dominance at the 2004 olympic games in athens, greece became the top story of the olympics. Each book contains diagrams of playing areas, official signals, and offical interpretations and rulings.
There are several ways to accomplish this on a windows machine. Usa softball publishes an updated rule book for softball each year which is widely used by adult and youth recreational leagues in the united states and. Line up sheets provided and due to score keeper ten 10 minutes before game time. Asa rules will apply with the following exceptions. Rule books were opened and after checking with wisconsin. However, it is always a good idea to check with your leagues website or director for specific rules, regulations, and lists of approved bats. Asa has also developed a new series of instructional dvds featuring usa softball womens national team head coach, mike candrea, andrea duran, caitlin lowe and pitching ace, cat osterman. Asa softball rules per asa website the asa rule books are not for sale. 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. Mens, womens, and corec slow pitch softball rules current a.
Each book contains diagrams of playing areas, official signals, and official interpretations and rulings. After being declared out or after scoring, a runner intentionallyinterferes with a defensive players opportunity to make a play on another runner. The new logo starting with 20 bat models has no date. Established september 26, 2002 2012 official softball rule. The ultimate guide to ncaa nfhs asa usssa fast pitch softball rules by billy martin, tim malloy, et al. Softball is a game similar to baseball played with a larger ball 11 to 12 in.
Softball rules vary somewhat from those of baseball. 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. Dec 11, 2018 a regulation bat for fastpitch softball has a maximum length of 34 inches and weighs no more than 38 ounces. The official bat shall meet all the requirements of asa rule 3. From this page you can access the monthly files intended to sharpen your skills as a. The national federation of state high school associations is the only source of official high school interpretations. The coach, pitcher or catcher of the defensive team may request an intentional walk either before or during the pitch count.
Precedence of rules amateur softball association asa rules, with the modifications defined herein, will be in effect for all games of the san bruno girls softball league, inc. Per asa website the asa rule books are not for sale. Greater des moines softball complex, des moines, ia. This allows you to switch between the umpire mechanics software and this rulebook. Usa softball publishes an updated rule book for softball each year which is widely used by adult and youth recreational leagues in the united states and abroad. Dec 11, 2018 the amateur softball association of america is the governing body of softball in the u. Asa has developed a user friendly, online training program that will assist coaches across the country in coaching youth softball. Players of almost any age, from young children to senior citizens, can play slowpitch softball, and many play in leagues or tournaments governed by amateur softball association of america rules. Asa official rules of softball umpire edition sports websites.
The home team provides the umpire with three pink soft. For adult tournament information, go to click on view tournaments. 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. Pick here for general table of contents pick here for. Registration with asa is required once every calendar year, and is separate from the houston parks and recreation department league registration. Girls fastpitch softball rules girls fastpitch softball. It has 337 members with 125 deceased, including players, managers, umpires, and other suitable individuals. 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 of america is the governing body of softball in the u. For any rule not spelled out in this book, please refer to the ssusa rules posted online at. Pick here for general table of contents pick here for playing.
A vailable for all participants of softball including umpires, coaches, parents, players and. 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. To establish uniform softball rules and regulations. We recently came across a post that claimed calls are being made incorrectly that impact the final game score. If any agreement cannot be reached upon definition or. Actually asa does in 3 areas but one for what more than likely is weather. Feb, 2012 54 videos play all softball umpiring list carolyne st softball rules and foot placement for pitchers duration. All bats must have the asa 2000, asa 2004, or the new 20 asa logo stamped on the bat. This userinteractive application contains the complete version of the 2019 official rules of softball. It was an explanation and demonstration of the differences between 9man and 10man pitching. Asa rule book does not define suspended game, it defines regulation game.