Softball rules committee welcomes four new members. Welcome to the rule clarifications and plays umpire page. With few exceptions, ct usssa fastpitch will abide by the rules and bylaws governed by the usssa fastpitch rulebook. Changes to pitching procedures approved in softball. 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. Event searchvenuesfacilitiesusssa points structure. Usssa sanctions athletic events in which it provides rules for play and a tournament structure that leads to end of season tournament opportunities for teams that register to participate in usssa sanctioned activities that are overseen by usssa directors. The usssa sanctions, creates, and promotes a variety of sports including softball, baseball, and basketball. The team will be disqualified and put in last place. Blue book 60 is the top rated fast pitch rules guide in publication for 9 seasons now in the us and canada. Rule 186 allows for team personnel to utilize technology more.
Failure to comply with this rule shall result in your team being prohibited from participating in usssa. In some cases, where rule books are not freely available, the link takes you to the organizations site where you can get further information. The ball used in softball is not as hard as a cricket ball but still it is mandatory to use helmet. Since usssa has nothing to do with the practice sessions of a team, choosing of team coaches, the picking of which team to play. Usssa offers programs and tournaments in baseball, basketball, fastpitch, flag football, golf, martial arts, lacrosse, soccer, slowpitch, and volleyball. Usssa fastpitch rules usssa united states specialty sports.
Aug 29, 2010 usssa does not have the same definition at least not in the rule book, so knocking it down with the back of your glove can be considered an intentionally dropped ball. National basketball rules united states specialty sports. At its 52nd annual convention in fort myers, florida, usssa introduced several fastpitch rule changes for the 2020 season. Usssa abusemolestation policy usssa will not tolerate the abusemolestation of any minor participant at a usssa sanctioned activity. Fort myers, florida, usssa introduced several fastpitch rule changes for. There is also an ebook version availalbe for purchase. Baseball fastpitch slowpitch gsl slowpitch basketball 3 on 3 basketball 5 on 5 soccer volleyball junior golf team golf disc golf karate taekwondo lacrosse flag football officials home. For all bat specifications in usssa, please refer to usssa rule book rule 2.
A pitched ball that is intentionally tapped with the bat, slowly, within the infield. A player should maintain highquality grades despite the usssa softball rule book along with the usssa softball rule book is the usssa softball rule book that softball hitters must know and develop. Neighboring states keeping eyes on wyomings slow embrace of softball. All inquiries pertaining to playing rules interpretations should be sent to. Those players, who dont wear caps, have to wear a helmet. Playing rules can be found in the official usssa 2019 baseball bylaws and rules. Softball leagues have the option of aligning themselves with usssa to take advantage of their organizational structure, their rules and to get access to the tournaments the association. The amateur softball association of american sets the universal rules for softball in the united states. In the case of an illegal pitch, the batter is awarded a ball. Jan 18, 2018 following are links to various rule sets. Rules for usssa georgia youth fast pitch softball and. The ncaa softball and formerly nfhs, asa and isf rules defines about to receive as the ball as the ball getting between the runner and the defender.
Usssa offers programs and tournaments in baseball, basketball, fastpitch, flag football, golf. May bat entire lineup, with free defensive substitution c. Oct 31, 2018 the amateur softball association of american sets the universal rules for softball in the united states. This annual tournament is a usssa sanctioned event. Florida usssa basketball is the states premier youth basketball sanctioning body hosting events for grades 3 and higher.
When a team chooses to participate in a usssa activity, the team, its players, coaches, volunteers, organizers, and its parents and fans must abide by usssa rules found in the usssa rule book, bylaws, policy and procedures and its constitution with respect to usssa activities. Usssa does not have the same definition at least not in the rule book, so. Featuring ncaa, nfhs, usssa and usa softball rule sets. The online rulebook supersedes any printed edition. A a team with a player found to be illegal due to age, grade or class violation, anytime during the usssa event, will be deemed ineligible.
Jan 22, 2020 empower our team and its partners with an unsurpassed platform to create and support worldclass athletic events and sports programming to enrich and educate the lives of participants at all levels. The coach, pitcher or catcher of the defensive team may request an intentional walk either before or during the pitch count. Empower our team and its partners with an unsurpassed platform to create and support worldclass athletic events and sports programming to enrich and educate the lives of participants at all levels. 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. The usssa met at myrtle beach, sc, and changed their name from the united states slopitch softball association to the united states specialty sports association. The ultimate guide to ncaa nfhs asa usssa fast pitch softball rules martin, billy, malloy, tim, munch, allison, sadowski, ed, schiro, michael a. Any team playing in a usssa sanctioned tournament must be properly registered through the usssa national website.
National fastpitch softball coach of the year 2017. Home programs umpires directors parks lodging welcome to oregon usssa. Georgia usssa girls fast pitch softball usssa fast pitch official playing rules. New york high school softball pitcher strikes out all 21 batters in. As softball is an outdoor sport played under sun and also gives severe physical stress, players have to take sufficient rest before a match day. Umpires will be required to check all bats prior to each game. Nfhs, usssa and usa softball rule sets paperback january 1, 2019. The united states specialty sports association provides rules and regulations for a number of amateur sports throughout the nation. They are effective january 1, 2020 and will be revised in the online rule book. The ultimate guide to ncaa nfhs asa usssa fast pitch softball rules.
No bat is legal for usssa sanctioned play, if there is a foreign substance on the barrel or taper of a baseball or softball bat. The usssa was established 50 years ago for the sole purpose of promoting the play of slowpitch softball and providing opportunities in league and tournament play at local, state and the national. Featuring ncaa, nfhs, usssa and usa softball rule sets by billy martin, tim malloy, et al. Alabamas libby baker sets softball national record. Blue book 60 is the top rated fast pitch rules guide in publication for 10. Oregon usssa strives to create a familyoriented atmosphere to all that enjoy participation in sports, building upon a shared passion for recreational and competitive level involvement in youth baseball, youth fast pitch, and adult slow pitch. Four out fielders must be 10 feet behind base path. In addition, usssa has added the following to the rule books of each usssa sport which does not defer to another organization for its rule book. Rules for usssa georgia youth fast pitch softball and usssa. United states specialty sports association wikipedia. Baseball fastpitch slowpitch gsl slowpitch basketball 3 on 3 basketball 5 on 5 soccer volleyball junior golf team golf disc golf karate taekwondo lacrosse flag football officials home all sports programs. The ncaa playing rules oversight panel approved changes to the components of the pitching position and the procedure for pitchers to take signals before releasing a.
A maximum of drop 8 8 will be the new bat restriction for the u age group. Rule interpretations, 5800 stadium parkway melbourne fl 32940 or email. From this page you can access the monthly files intended to sharpen your skills as a usa softball umpire. All 14u events and all teams in the 14u event must use a maximum drop 5 5 bat with the official usssa 1. Jul 25, 2019 the ncaa playing rules oversight panel approved changes to the components of the pitching position and the procedure for pitchers to take signals before releasing a pitch for the 2020 season. Since 1888, the aau has raised tomorrows leaders on todays playgrounds. Should you wish to have an official rule book, contact usssa at 8007414 to order. For the 2020 usssa fastpitch rule changes, click here. According to their official rule book, obstruction is when a defensive player affects or prevents a batter from swinging at a pitched ball or hinders the progress of a runner. An electronic device is defined as any device that accomplishes its purpose electronically. They are effective january 1, 2019 and will be included in the forthcoming online and printed rule book update. 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. Utah sports association, utah usssa is a sofball company for fastpitch and slowpitch softball located in utah and idaho. It is not a bunt attempt if the bat is held in the strike zone.
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. Softball leagues have the option of aligning themselves with usssa to take advantage of their organizational structure, their rules and to get access to the tournaments the association puts on throughout the year. Wondering how or what rules differ in usssa than in asa our league just switched to usssa if this its too complex or lengthy, please send me a link explaining the differences if you know of one. If a player is playing in the school league and he changes schools midseason. Discussion in ask the umpire started by riotact, aug 29, 2010. 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. With few exceptions, georgia usssa girls fast pitch will abide by the rules and bylaws governed by the 20 usssa rulebook. For more officiating resources basketball and softball visit 60 seconds on.
The penalty that permitted base runners to be awarded one base without liability to be put out has been removed. Simple business by nimbus themes powered by wordpress. Even rule books for softball adhere rather closely, with the exception, of course, of pitching and baserunning rules. Sherman youth sports association 75020002 site ql rules. Some, like little leage, are highly possessive of their rules, provide no online or downloadable version, and sell their rule books as a profit center. Aau boys basketball 2017 rule book click here to download complete 2017.
Only those bats approved by usssa and have the new fingerprint stamp on. Usssa releases 2019 fastpitch rule changes when usssa gathered in temecula, california for its 51 st annual convention in november, fastpitch leadership announced several rule changes for the upcoming season. The usa softball app provides the latest in news, results and videos from team usa athletes and events across the globe. Provide the highest possible athletic experience for every participant through an uncompromising commitment to excellence in sports. Like most softball sanctioning bodies the rules of usssa play are virtually identical to pony, asa and other organizations. Effective january 1 st 2020, all u events and all teams in u events must use a maximum drop 8 8 bat with the official usssa 1. Florida usssa basketball rules and eligibility for all all age groups. When the pitcher touches their mouth then the ball, the rule book says the call an immediate illegal pitch. Blue book 60 provides the ultimate teaching and reference tool for umpires, coaches. Softball rules and regulations usssa east maryland. You will find the complete rules and regulations in the usssa rule book. This will only apply to u events and teams playing in u events. Technology has presented coaches and players with a wide variety of devices that can be used for their improvement.