2009 official rules of softball participant manual asa

Dimensions for the following are contained in appendix 2. It will serve as a guide to the participating schools. Your contributions to finding and correcting errors in the official rules of softball rule book and the umpire manual are much appreciated. Softball is a game similar to baseball played with a larger ball 11 to 12 in. Our national staff, board of directors and local association leaders continue to look for solutions to potential ways to. Asa umpire manual 2018 rules 2018 asa rule book and umpire manual ebay 2018 asa rule book and umpire manual in sporting goods, other ebay. 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. Pick here for general table of contents pick here for playing rules table of contents. The official rules of softball participant manual 2019 describes the rules of the game this manual will be distributed at usash clinics. Pick here for general table of contents pick here for. As the national governing body of softball in the united states, usa softball has produced the usa softball playing rules app to provide a unique way of referencing its rules, the usa softball. Rule book clarification rule 8, section 7 k usa softball. Mini manual for senior softball umpires at azt and scg. The amateur softball association of america asa is credited for establishing a standard set of rules and providing guidance and stability to the sport of softball in the us.

Each book contains diagrams of playing areas, official signals, and official interpretations and rulings. The rules the ncaa softball rules committee is responsible for formulating the official playing rules for the sport and establishing specifications for its equipment it establishes guidelines, specifications and maximumminimum performance restrictions it considers consistent with the integrity of the game. Study the rules and mechanics of the game diligently, observe the work of. Asausa softball coaching regulations for high school coaches, approved ruling 3. In slow pitch softball, the distance between the pitching and home plates is 50 feet for both women and men and bases are 65 feet apart.

The ultimate guide to ncaa nfhs asa usssa fast pitch softball rules by billy martin, tim malloy, et al. Designed using feedback from the usa softball community and usa softball umpires, the new mobile rules app provides a searchable engine of the official rules of softball. Official isf approved softball or other notification as may be selected and approved by the isf equipment standards commission. Well be in touch with news, updates, and ways you can help the team. The nfhs softball rules and the ohsaa softball regulations will serve as the official rules of softball. The world baseball softball confederation wbsc regulates rules of play in more than. Nagaaa participants will be paid by the offending member. Asa usa softball coaching regulations for high school coaches, approved ruling 3. There are numerous slow pitch softball leagues, but your particular league will follow the rules of one of these major softball governing bodies. Asas most popular book is surgical technologist certifying exam study guide. Asa official rules of softball umpire edition sports websites. Accept the decision of the umpires and my team manager in good sportsmanship. This rulebook contains the official rules of fast pitch softball official rules of the world baseball softball confederation wbsc, formerly operating as the international softball fed eration isf. It was the 2010 asa participant manual official rules.

Bats must comply with the asa regulations as found in the official rules of softball participant manual 2015, page 36. The umpire will make the final decision on any discrepancies of the score. This manual is primarily based upon amateur softball association asa and senior. Usa softball 2020 rulebook sports more ways to shop. Where can i get a copy of the official rules of softball.

What are the current rules and regulations regarding slow pitch softball bats. Umpires manual asa code amateur softball association of america. The ohsaa may have modified some nfhs rules so that they are in alignment with ohsaa sports regulations. If you have any doubts, call your district commissioner or state office. In 20, asa softball celebrated its 80th year as an organization.

This softball manual has been prepared and designed to. Asa ada rules interpretation slow pitch discussion in ask the umpire started by infieldfly, aug 18, 2011. Goes directly from the bat, not higher than the batters head to any part of the catchers body or equipment other than the hands or glove. Abide by the current official senior softball guide and playing rules to the best of my ability. The amateur softball association is the nations leader for the greatest sport in the world. This copy of the asa procedural manual became effective on january 01, 2015. Do not work in a tournament that is not usausa softball of pennsylvaniasanctioned. Four women have paved the way as usa softball commissioners serving their local associations in furthering our sport on all levels of play. The game is played under the official rules of the 16inch slow pitch softball as approved by the amateur softball association of america with 15 exceptions that are geared toward the wheelchair user. Rules, bylaws, code and procedural manual should not be considered a guarantee that participants, spectators.

From this page you can access the monthly files intended to sharpen your skills as a usa softball umpire. This softball manual has been prepared and designed to provide general information for use in the administration of nsaa softball competition. Asa 2016 rulebook by amateur softball association of america. For the layout of the diamond, refer to drawing showing official dimensions of softball diamond in appendix 1a. Asa amateur softball association homepage certified slow pitch softball equipment asa. A detailed instruction to lay out a diamond with 18. Mens, womens, and corec slow pitch softball rules current a. They set the playing rules for fastpitch and slow pitch softball in professional leagues, collegiate.

Substitutes a player is officially in the game when hisher name has been entered on the. The official rules of softball, the participant manual that governs usa softball championship play, is a benefit of membership. The game allows individuals a way of playing without the full use of their legs that would allow easy maneuverability in a wheelchair and keep. Softball i am honored to serve as the president of our organization and commit to you to work very hard over the next two years. Click here to download the 2020 usa softball umpire manual. This copy of the asa procedural manual became effective on january 01, 5. If you have questions about playing rules of the usa softball of. Also listed are common key words found in the rulebook to serve as a guide to the user to search the necessary rule or rule reference. If the approval notice cannot be read due to wear on the bat, the bat may still be permitted in play if it is in compliance with isf rules in all other respects and that compliance is determinable with reasonable. Touches the batter or the bat in the batters hands a second time while the batter is within the batters box. Official usa softball participant manual and scorebook 2. 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. Official softball rules adopted, published and distributed by.

The respective minimum and maximum distances from home plate to the fence are 265 and 275 feet for women, 300 and 315 feet for men, and 275 and 300 feet for coed play. What are the current rules and regulations regarding slow. Any misuse or reprinting of these official rules without the prior written consent of the wbsc is prohibited. To assist you in your ongoing development as an umpire, usa softball has produced two critically important manuals. I was referring to rule 4, section 3 designated player fast pitch when i said the fast pitch section. And to stock up on stylish team usa gear that you can wear all year round, visit the team usa shop. Abide by the current official senior softball guide and playing rules to the best of.

One of the primary purposes of usa softballs official playing rules including its equipment. The amateur softball association is the national governing body of softball in the united states. Asa little league softball umpire manual asa umpire program amateur softball download 1995 evinrude ocean pro manual. Books by asa author of surgical technologist certifying. If you are interested in purchasing a hard copy of the usa softball code, call 8006548337 or visit. Liability insurance for the team including additional insured certificates for field.

The amateur softball association asa of america founded 1933 is one of the largest. Rule clarifications and plays welcome to the rule clarifications and plays umpire page. Founded in 1933 as a volunteer driven organization, asa has become one of the most enduring softball. As the national governing body of softball in the united states, the amateur softball association of america, asa softball, usa softball, has produced the asa playing rules. All leagues are to be considered class c leagues or below coed will be competitive or below as pertains to all rules.