Please post asa rule questions on the softball forum i. In 2017, chad andrews of oro valley fastpitch update this rule book to reflect bajas affiliation with nsa. Rule change pitching rules 611 penalty, exception 2 as before under the rules, if the batter does not reach first base safely or any base runner fails to advance at least one base, the coach of the team at bat shall have. Asa official rules of softball umpire edition sports websites. Brl 2021 softball rules and regulations pdf human kinetics. League divisions shall be comprised of areas designated by the board of softball commissioners. The little league softball program includes divisions for all girls ages, 416.
Equipment bats only official softball bats will be allowed. There is no cost to returning umpires that have last years rule book and shirt. The online rule book supersedes the printed edition there are no other rule books that govern usssa fastpitch. Blue book 60 is the top rated fast pitch rules guide in publication for 10 seasons now in the us and canada. Northwest florida girls softball alliance nwfgsa 2005 nwfgsa official rule book 5 alliance sponsored tournaments guidelines. Dont forget to get registered for spring worlds and make a run at winning the championship rings. She shall take a position with her pivot foot on the pitchers plate and nonpivot foot on or behind the pitchers plate. Wherever he or him or their related pronouns may appear in this rule book either as words or as parts of words, they have been used for literary purposes and are meant in their generic sense i. Pixie 6u 8u ruleswithin usa softball, is only two states officially sanctioned for pixie divisio created date. This provides the general rules, but may not have the latest update of rules for the nafa youth 8u to 18u. Official rule book softball canada rulebook will govern except where noted in the section special league rules. New rules andor changes are bolded and italicized in each section. Rules central iowa baseball and softball association.
You can receive the rule book either when you register an asa team or if. The electronic version is an exact representation of the 2021 print rules book only its accessible through your computer or handheld device. Wherever fast pitch only fp only appears in the official rules, the same rules apply to modified pitch with the exception of the pitching rule. International softball federation is strictly prohibited. Jan 01, 2020 116 of 121 results for asa softball rule book 2020 bluebook 60 the ultimate guide to fastpitch softball rules. As a participant in a senior softball usa 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. Ohio high school athletic association 4080 roselea place, columbus oh 43214 fax. From this page you can access the monthly files intended to sharpen your skills as a usa softball umpire. A player must touch each bag when going around the infield and wont score a run until she touches first, second and third base and then home plate in succession. Girls fastpitch softball rules for base running sportsrec. Use of rule books in event of rules differences, this booklet takes precedence over the current year usa softball official rules of softball 2017. These rules were approved by the baja board on march 6, 2017. In order to be part of baja arizona girls softball association hereafter referred to as baja, leagues must agree to abide by the following rules, policies and procedures set forth by baja.
Males shall be excluded from female athletic teams. Please contact your district rep with any questions. Athletic directors will be responsible for scheduling all league and exhibition games at the annual meetings. Uniform shirts should be tucked into the players shorts or pants. E books are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on. Girls softball rules, policies, and bylaws minnesota state high. Rule clarifications and plays welcome to the rule clarifications and plays umpire page. Any reprinting of the official rules without the expressed written consent.
Find out the rules for the various types of youth fastpitch softball. Texas and california are the two states currently sanctioned to play pixie division, or softball for players ages 5 8. Southern ohio softball league, inc new richmond, oh. For your convenience, nfhs offers rules and case books in multiple formats. Schools sponsoring interscholastic contests in girls fast pitch softball. Several pages are also included for nafa adult specific. Eligibility only those girls properly registered with the frankfort, mokena, monee, tinley park, and orland hills girls softball programs will be eligible to participate in association activities and game play. Only those girls properly registered with the frankfort, mokena, monee, tinley park, and orland hills girls softball programs will be eligible to participate in. The name of the alliance shall be the northwest florida girls softball alliance, or more commonly referred to as the nwfgsa or the alliance. Girls softball officials records book officials ihsa.
The maximum length of the game will be 5 innings or 70 minutes, whichever is first. With the proven structure, it allows organizations to offer a youth softball program to serve every child in the community. Since its inception in 1984, babe ruth softball has grown tremendously to become a premier softball program throughout the united states and canadaand is also the fastest growing division in babe ruth league, inc. What is girls fastpitch softball girls fastpitch softball january 8, 2014 at 10. Included in this manual are the sports regulations for softball as adopted. Nonexclusive license agreement for vendors who sell logod product. Girls fastpitch softball is a popular high school and recreational sport across the united states. Batter, base runners, and catchers will wear helmets with a face guard and chin strap. Coaches are required to read the usa softball rulebook, which omgs will provide for you, and read and understand the. This includes training, umpire card, sosli rule book, umpire indicatorclicker and sosli umpire shirt.
The board of directors of the spring branchmemorial sports association sbmsa hereby empowers the board of girls softball commissioners to administer all phases of this program that are not specifically reserved for the board of directors action as outlined in. The rules matrix at the end of this booklet is provided for quick. This action by the iowa girls high school athletic union board of directors, september 9, 1990. These changes, which all reference the 2020 nfhs softball rules book, will be in effect for the 2021 season. Apr 29, 2020 among the five aforementioned sports, a total of eight 2020 nfhs publications will be used for the 2021 season, including the baseball rules book, baseball case book, softball rules book, softball case book, track and fieldcross country rules book, track and fieldcross country case book, girls lacrosse rules book and boys lacrosse rules book.
The rules of fastpitch softball govern all areas of the game, including base runners. Abide by the current official senior softball guide and playing rules to the best of my. Wherever he or him or their related pronouns may appear in this rule book. Nfhs sticking with 2020 rules in 2021 the vw independent. Sliding pads or softball pants are suggested for 10u, 12u 15u and 18u division players. E books are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on nfhs. Featuring ncaa, nfhs, usssa and usa softball rule sets by billy martin, tim malloy, et al. No jewelry or hair combs are allowed to be worn during game play. No books mailed for 2016 season 2016 nfhs softball rule book nfhs softball case book. Bats made of aluminum, graphite, or ceramic materials must have an official. Articles on asa rules and external links to other association and league rule books. Volleyball boys volleyball girls beach volleyball girls wrestling boys wrestling girls officials. All pitching rules that apply to the pitchers actions before and during the release of the pitch along with the restrictions on height, speed, etc. Running the bases is one of the most fun parts of playing girls softball, but, yes, there are plenty of rules for it.
Developed in response to requests of babe ruth league volunteers, the pdf contains rules and regulations for babe ruth league softball divisions 6u, 8u, 10u, 12u, 14u, 16u, and 18u. Pitchers mound will be a distance of 40 feet from home plate ii. The fastpitch field diagram base and pitching measurement 60 bases 15. Round rock sertoma girls softball inc po box 1864 round rock, texas 78680 phone. Online viewonly links 2020 baseball rulebook english 2020 girls softball rulebook english. This online rule book is designed with the knowledge that we provide a printed copy of the rules with registrations each year. Whether you are looking to compete against neighboring leagues or international countries, little league is more than an organization, its a community softball program dedicated to providing a premier softball experience for every girl. Five 5 year old players are eligible after playing one season of tee ball per little league softball rule book 2019 edition. Rules of the game download pdforder rules book softball field diagram 2020 and 2021 softball case book umpires ncaa softball umpiring home plate. Fifth edition rule book effective 112020 amended on 1172021.
The recommended width of all marked chalked lines on the playing field is 2 12 inch. There are two pixie sections, the 6u and 8u sections for girls who are. The 10 essential girls softball rules for beginners. Usa fastpitch softball rule book 2020 pixie 6u 8u ruleswithin usa softball, is only two states officially sanctioned for pixie division softball. The rules changes written last year will apply for the 2021 season. Points, power rating, and class fastpitch america softball association official rules the following rules are the official fastpitch america softball association rules. Pitching toes are allowed for all players as long as the pitching toes are securely fastened. The pitching area is the area the width of the pitchers plate 24 inches up to six 6 feet behind the pitchers plate. The words junior olympic or the initials jo refer to youth softball.
Girls fastpitch softball rules girls fastpitch softball. Fifth edition rule book effective 112020 amended on 117. The rules listed below will be a supplement to the ugsa rule book and the uhsaa rule book for our league play. Babe ruth girls fast pitch softball recreational league 1216 yr old rules and guidelines i. A situation not specifically covered in these local rules will be governed by asa rules.
Mar 31, 2021 the little league rulebook app contains the official regulations, playing rules, and operating policies for all divisions of baseball, softball, and challenger in one easytouse location. No books mailed for 2016 season 2016 nfhs softball rule book nfhs softball case book 20162017 umpires manual 2016 preseason guide. Northwest florida girls softball alliance nwfgsa 2005 nwfgsa official rule book 4 general nwfgsa guidelines name. Self promotion license for leagues to promote themselves logod marketing not sale items tournament information. To include all humankind, or both male and female sexes.
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