The online rulebook supersedes any printed edition. As you will see, there are no mechanics online at this time. Besides pitching, what are the main rule differences in usssa and asa. Our rule book is now the most current, user friendly version to date. Should you wish to have an official rule book, contact. The usa softball app provides the latest in news, results and videos from team usa athletes and events across the globe. Additional rules info usssa united states specialty sports. With few exceptions, georgia usssa girls fast pitch will abide by the rules and bylaws governed by the 2014 usssa rulebook. The usssa, founded in 1968 as the united states slopitch softball. Asa foul tip straight back to the catcher umpire calls batter out. B5 shall have an usssa ball license agreement astm test com pression of 375 pounds, but may reach this compression with a layered ball which has a bare core compression under the usssa softball ball license agreement astm test of up to 450 pounds with an outer layer that has a thickness of 116. New mexico and dayton, ohio have youth slowpitch worlds. 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. Listed below are the answers to the slow pitch umpire test.
Softball is a game similar to baseball played with a larger ball 11 to 12 in. I havent read the rule book to see if theyve changed it, but thats what sucked so bad about utrip. It is concise and complete and made for the slow pitch umpireplayer, from recreational levels to our most competitive events, said usssa national slowpitch uic. Also, until this answer sheet is completely updated, some page numbers and rule numbers may be inaccurate. In the most common type, slowpitch softball, the ball, which can measure. All associations should just make all slow pitch balls hitcaught by the catcher an out. The association shall also do business as independent softball association, inc. There is no way to list every rule included in all of these versions of the game, but there are similarities across these levels of play. Mens major 16 mens class aa 12 mens class a 10 mens class b 8 mens class c 5 mens class d 3 mens class e 1 rule 7 batting sec.
Based on team participation 40, 50 and 55 age group will not be required to play on fridays. The mixed program shall feature five divisions that will be called mixed major, b, c, d, e, and rec. Jul 04, 2019 discussion with a few of my softball buddies about the double base. The online rule book supersedes the printed edition and will contain any updated rule or bylaw changes. We support and integrate true professionalism in our. 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 look back at the 2018 smoky mountain classic video clips. Watch and learn about the new 2014 demarini stadium cl22, demarini stadium 2. Well be in touch with news, updates, and ways you can help the team. Teams or individuals not reclassified by the bylaws will be. Failure to comply with this rule shall result in your team being prohibited from participating in usssa. Below you will find a list of discussions in the usssa forums on, a softball forum slow pitch softball forums.
Today im going to talk about the new bat rules in usssa softball and nsa softball. Usssa has two sets of softball rules, one for slow pitch and another for fast pitch leagues, with differing pitching guidelines. Womens slow pitch softball womens program director. Asa amateur softball association homepage certified slow pitch softball equipment asa. It was also in 1997 when the association changed its name to what it is known today. January 1, 2014 there will no longer be a list of legal fast pitch bats, just rules which require the bats be made by an authorized usssa manufacturer and have the new mark of the taper or be made of wood. Only those bats approved by usssa and have the new fingerprint stamp on. Please remember there may be additional areas in the rule book than those noted below that pertain to each situation. Bsc softball 2020 official slow pitch rule book official slow pitch softball rules adopted, published, and distributed by bsc softball inc. This website will serve as a portal to all of the information regarding the youth girls fastpitch program in missouri. Established in 1957 by the amateur softball association asa, the national softball hall of fame and museum is a permanent shrine to the men and women who played the game so well. Any reference to the program contained within these rules shall be interpreted as meaning georgia usssa baseball. Softball rules and regulations usssa east maryland. Ive been asked to pitch a usssa game as a sub, but have never pitched outside of asa before.
Pick here for general table of contents pick here for playing. Please search the menu above for information regarding usssa tournaments, leagues, and programs in. 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. The pitch release point must come from lower than the hip, and the motion must be continuous. Picture the strike zone as a box above the plate, that has the length and width of the plate. 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. Northwest usssa gsl tournament rules 2020 usssa gsl slowpitch rule book and bylaws.
Based on feedback on the timeline for use of bats carrying the current 2014 stamp. It includes information on the usssa national rulebook, c and recallstar program rule exceptions, registration year, age eligibility, equipment and insurance. Where can i get a usssa slow pitch softball rule book. I pitch count limitations usssa pitch count 30 rule 7.
What are the current rules and regulations regarding slow. Oklahoma usssa machine pitch rules play will be governed by usssa rule book, unless specified in this section. Discussion in ask the umpire started by ck77, jul 5, 2014. The ultimate guide to ncaa nfhs asa usssa fast pitch softball rules by billy martin, tim malloy, et al.
United states specialty sports association usssa court. There is no such illegal bat list at the current time. All balls must be pitched underhand and in an arc that is at least six feet off the ground, but no more than 12 feet. Usssa slowpitch softball 2018 case book my fellow umpires, welcome to the 2018 slow pitch case book. All inquiries pertaining to playing rules interpretations should be sent to. This book may not be copied or otherwise reproduced in whole or in.
By 1997, ussa was overseeing not only slow pitch, but also fast pitch softball, baseball, basketball, and golf. What are the current rules and regulations regarding slow pitch softball bats. The height of the box is determined by knee and shoulder of the batter in their normal stance, as joker said, but it stays over the plate regardless of where the batter is standing. Usssa boston area umpires wilmington, ma powered by. Once a defensive player attempts to apply a tag, the runner has 3 ft. Watch and learn to ensure your bat is approved for asa play. There are numerous slow pitch softball leagues, but your particular league will follow the rules of one of these major softball governing bodies. 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. This will ensure we have good contact information for you and will allow the nsa to track your teams across seasons and improve your abilities with regard to annually resanctioning. Discussion in open slow pitch board started by superstar555, may 19, 2014. The words junior olympic or the initials jo refer to youth softball.
This is from the 2008 rule book, so this rule has been this way for a few years now. 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. And to stock up on stylish team usa gear that you can wear all year round, visit the team usa shop. Jun 08, 2019 the player will be suspended for one year from island usssa. Softball rules and regulations this page outlines specific rule information for the usssa fastpitch program in maryland and delaware. This rule book governs national championships and slopitch national does not dictate that. Hold the usssa softball rule book and it should take slowpitch softball bats available. Usssa slow pitch rule book usssa united states specialty. The pitcher in slow pitch softball is allowed to step forward, sideways or even backward as he delivers the. A authorized bat manufacturers shall have the usssa compliance mark located on the bat. 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. Georgia usssa girls fast pitch softball usssa fast pitch official playing rules.
The 2015 uba softball leagues are not sanctioned by usssa, asa, or any other organization with the exception of the mens power league, which is usssa uba reserves the right to amend any rule on the fly based off a situation. Asa foul tip straight back to the catcher umpire calls. Rule interpretations, 5800 stadium parkway melbourne fl 32940 or. This is for local georgia tournament play only, including state championships. The united states specialty sports association usssa was founded as the united states slow pitch softball association in the spring 1968.
Where fast pitch only is shown, modified pitch rules are followed the same as fast pitch with the exception of the pitching rule. The game of slow pitch softball has different sets of rules and regulations depending on the league, level of play, and class of program. So, dont miss out on the tryout that can let you know if you have what it takes to be the next all american. Rules for usssa georgia youth fast pitch softball and usssa. It was the first separate rule book for slow pitch softball ever published. Your state or area umpireinchief will be able to give you those guidelines. Ripons nickname is the jewel of the valley and you just might be a diamond in the rough. This website is powered by the sportsengine platform, but is owned by and subject to the california usssa privacy policy. Rules for usssa georgia youth fast pitch softball and. The pitcher must keep one foot on the pitching mound at all times during the pitch. All batters will start with a 11 count, one ball and one strike. Adult slow pitch softball league rules total performance bond refundable to manager if team does not forfeit any games umpire assignors fee usssa registration fee and rule book league registration fee 18 dudley optic yellow balls. Gsl slowpitch united states specialty sports association. This is a discussion on usssa rule book and umpire within the usssa forums, part of the softball associations category.
The usssa, founded in 1968 as the united states slo pitch softball. Fastpitch united states specialty sports association. Georgia usssa fast pitch has a zero tolerance policy for players, coaches, or parents for fighting, abusive tactics or language, or. Official slow pitch softball rules adopted, published and distributed by. The following are home run limitations per game and per team, by program. In the near future we will have available an on line umpire case, mechanics, signals and positioning manual. The usssa was established 50 years ago for the sole purpose of promoting the play of slowpitch softball and providing opportunities in. Pitching distance the distance from the back point of home plate to the pitching rubber in slow pitch softball is 50 feet for mens, womens and coed league play.
One friend believes the orange bag essentially disappears after the initial play, and that neither offense or defense may use it. Over that last weekend of august 1968 the first usssa world softball tournament was played in west allis wisconsin. You will be able to find a wide range of information here on this website. The usssa sanctions, creates, and promotes a variety of sports including softball, baseball, and basketball. 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. Apr 26, 2020 usssa east operates high quality tournaments and events in fastpitch softball and baseball in maryland and delaware. Usssa fastpitch softball bat rules new england usssa. Softball guide and playing rules to the best of my ability. Usssa has decided to move back the legal use date until 2023, to give players a longer usable period for currently owned. Mens, womens, and corec slow pitch softball rules current a.
Entry fee includes 6 or 7 regular season usssa events, all world tournaments. The world baseball softball confederation wbsc regulates rules of play in. M basically states the double base becomes one big bag that may be used by offense or defense after batterrunner passes it. Where slow pitch only is shown, 16 slow pitch rules are followed the same as slow pitch with the exception of the pitching rule. This is an exciting event for the northwest region usssa baseball family for your. If you are a coach or team manager, or an umpire you must create an account first before you can apply for membership.
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