As the essential rules book for recreational sport slow pitch softball, the nirsa slow pitch softball rules book includes all of the latest rule changes and updates for the sport. A group of frustrated softball managers in pittsburgh pioneered the united states slo pitch softball association usssa in 1968. Click here for the 2020 clovis usssa tournament scheduleentry form proudly sanctioning these great tournaments in 2020 deadlines no exceptions will be 5. On the field the 3 from release becomes 3 and 10 foot ceiling becomes. Under the new rules a bat will no longer be licensed for usssa play if it can ever improve in performance beyond the bpf limit 1. You can also check the usssa new bat guideline page, or nsa rule book.
Rule differences usssa fp 2019 quicksum softball umpires of. Proudly sanctioning these great tournaments in 2020. With few exceptions, georgia usssa girls fast pitch will abide by the rules and bylaws governed by the 2014 usssa. Softball rules and regulations usssa east maryland. The pitcher in slow pitch softball is allowed to step forward, sideways or even backward as he delivers the. Rules for usssa georgia youth fast pitch softball and. Here is a handydandy guide to the major differences between asa and usssa rules for girls fast pitch softball. Lone star softball texas adult usssa softball tournaments. Utrip umps normally wont call anything over head high a strike because the batters stand up in the box and if it hits the plate its a ball, so its virtually impossible to throw a pitch that hits 10 in the middle and crosses below the back shoulder without hitting the plate. Nfhs authenticating mark shall be on each ball as shown in figure 14 of the nfhs rule book. Roger started umpiring for slow pitch softball and holding umpire.
Wood slow pitch softball bats are allowed, but they need to carry the correct stamps for tournament play. The pitch release point must come from lower than the hip. Usssa east operates high quality tournaments and events in fastpitch softball and baseball in maryland and delaware. Usssa pitch ceiling and floor this is a discussion on usssa pitch ceiling and floor within the behind the plate forums, part of the softball forums category. Opybs softball usssa rules frequently asked questions faq. Viera, fl roger hockey, a former national military director with usssa, died tuesday at his home in arbustes, maryland. Since 20, all bats used in usssa slow pitch leagues must carry the new united states specialty sports association usssa thumbprint stamp. It includes information on the usssa national rulebook, c and recallstar program rule exceptions, registration year, age eligibility, equipment and insurance. Softball rules committee welcomes four new members. Pitch bats must meet the appropriate usa softball or wbsc. Softball approved bat list and has an asa 2000, asa 2004 or asa 20.
Alabamas libby baker sets softball national record. Usssa mourns the loss of slowpitch military program founder roger hockey. As of 20 bats used in usssa slowpitch softball leagues must carry the new united. Softball rules and regulations this page outlines specific rule information for the usssa fastpitch program in maryland and delaware.
All rules and page numbers reference the 20 usssa rule book, a copy of. Softball bats with the old usssa stamp pre 20 are no longer approved for usssa. The pitch release point must come from lower than the hip, and the motion must be continuous. The following are special bylaws and rules governing the recreation slowpitch league of the city of syracuse for 20. 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. If they havent, they really need to, but even changing the rule doesnt mean the umps read the rule. The bat must still pass a visual inspection per the current softball canada rulebook. Roger started umpiring for slow pitch softball and holding umpire classes for usssa in howard county, maryland in 1978. For mens slow pitch softball, the asa has added a variety of rules to help facilitate fair and faster play. Georgia usssa girls fast pitch softball usssa fast pitch official playing rules. This book may not be copied or otherwise reproduced in whole or in. Adds usssa as an accepted certification mark, removes usa 20 as an accepted. This is a discussion on usssa pitch ceiling and floor within the behind the plate forums. New bat rules usssa united states specialty sports association.
Usssa fastpitch softball bat rules new england usssa. How to choose a slowpitch softball bat buying guide hb sports. The intent is to provide further explanation in conjunction with the official usssa fast pitch playing rules rule book. New york high school softball pitcher strikes out all 21 batters in. Disenchanted after most of their ideas were turned down during a national softball association meeting, usssa founders robert mueller, james diorio, ray ernst, frank ciaccia and ted mazza decided to organize an experimental world tournament in 1968, under the banner.
You can also check the asa rule book page for more information from usa softball. Thats a ball in every association if it doesnt cross the batter for a strike. Usssa has always been respected for making changes to improve slow. Softball canada does not currently have its own bat certification program, but. National fast pitch softball coach of the year 2017. Our program is committed to creating opportunities for play at all ages and ability levels, promoting the sports and their athletes and connecting our program with the community in the interest of improving awareness and giving. A group of frustrated softball managers in pittsburgh pioneered the united states slopitch softball association usssa in 1968. Apr 02, 20 not all softball hitters need the usssa softball rule book and arms to strike only at the usssa softball rule book and you can trust for high performance in softball is a challenging task. Players ask managers ask sponsors ask usssa senior softball delivered. Where can i get a usssa slow pitch softball rule book.
United states slow pitch softball association usssa rules will govern play except where superseded. Additional playing rules not found in usssa rule book. The amateur softball association of america is the governing body of softball in the u. Search for the teams that have earned the right to be called champions. As of 20 bats used in usssa slowpitch softball leagues must carry the new united states specialty sports association usssa thumbprint stamp. Slow pitch usssa united states specialty sports association. If the injury is caused by a rule violation by the defensive.
It was the first separate rule book for slow pitch softball ever published. The selection outline should consist of the usssa softball rule book this training, you will be worth it in an effective manner. How to choose a slowpitch softball bat buying guide hb. Current bats can improve with use, abuse, internal damage or by intentional altering and that improvement can exceed the bpf bat performance factor limit for bats set by usssa. Resmondorddh autoall insprizzieaston wins 2018 major world series. Some are more subtle than others, but if a coach has a team that will be playing in games. Disenchanted after most of their ideas were turned. Rule clarifications and plays welcome to the rule clarifications and plays umpire page. The online rule book supersedes the printed edition and will contain any updated rule or bylaw changes. Usssa has implemented new rules for the testing of baseball and softball bats before a manufacturer can license a bat with usssa.
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. Usssa pitch ceiling and floor softball forum slow pitch. United states specialty sports association usssa court. Today, im going to talk to you about the new asa softball bat rule changes. Roster batting, subject to the restrictions of rules 5. Our program is committed to creating opportunities for play at all ages. Usssa official fast pitch playing rules seventh edition usssas online fast pitch rulebook is located at.
Ten state champions were crowned at the 2019 lone star shootout battle for the rings grand championships at big league dreams in league city. The pitched ball must arc at least 3 feet after leaving the pitchers hand and before it passes any part of the home plate. Gsl 20 softball umpire exam answers listed below are the answers to the 20 gsl softball umpire exam. He has also officiated for fast pitch, basketball and flag football. Watch and learn to ensure your bat is approved for asa play. Please remember there may be additional areas in the rule book than those noted below that pertain to each situation. Rules for usssa georgia youth fast pitch softball and usssa. Ball specifications balls used for 12inch slow pitch must be 12 inches in circumference, have a coefficient of restitution of. Usssa 3 base on balls the mercy rule is 12 runs after 3 innings, 10 runs after 4 innings, or 8 runs after 5 innings. The slow pitch pitching motion in asa softball starts in the same way as the fast pitch delivery, with at least one foot on the pitching rubber. If the player leaving the game is the batter or a runner, they shall be declared out. Abide by the current official senior softball guide and playing rules to the best of.
If the injury is caused by a rule violation by the defensive team for example batter hit by pitch, obstruction, malicious contact, the player may be replaced by the player not currently bat. Neighboring states keeping eyes on wyomings slow embrace of softball. Finding a slowpitch softball bat is tough let us help you choose the right. From this page you can access the monthly files intended to sharpen your skills as a usa softball umpire.
What is with the usssa strike zone slowpitch softball. Dec 11, 2018 slow pitch softball gets its name from the fact that pitchers must put a 6foot arc on their pitches, slowing the speed of incoming pitches. Enter division gate fee entry fee entry fee by check gate fee other fee last day to enter start date stature games guaranteed max entries teams entered approved entries. Teams or individuals not reclassified by the bylaws will be. In 20, amateur softball association asa introduced a new certification. Enter division gate fee entry fee gate fee other fee last day to enter start date stature games guaranteed max entries teams entered approved entries pending entries.
Some are more subtle than others, but if a coach has a team that will be playing in games under both rule sets, then he should be aware of the differences. Abide by the current official senior softball guide and playing rules to the best of my. From the start, the usssa playing rules were identified with 65foot base paths and 300foot fences. The ultimate guide to ncaa nfhs asa usssa fast pitch softball rules by billy martin, tim malloy, et al. Usssa slow pitch umpire test 20 answer sheet listed below are the answers to the slow pitch umpire test. Please remember there may be additional areas in the rule book than those noted. The online rulebook supersedes the printed edition note. All rule references are from the 20 usssa rule book unless specifically noted. The mixed program shall feature five divisions that will be called mixed major, b, c, d, e, and rec. Heavily damanged, dented, or roughed up bats may not be allowed for gameuse. Shop all asa slowpitch softball bats usssa and nsa bat standards for slow pitch. The pitched ball shall not rise higher than 10 feet above the ground. Theres over a million people in the world that play asa softball, and this year, theyve got a brand new stamp, they have.
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