2009 official rules of softball participant manual asa

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. Umpires manual asa code amateur softball association of america. If you have any doubts, call your district commissioner or state office. If you have questions about playing rules of the usa softball of. Founded in 1933 as a volunteer driven organization, asa has become one of the most enduring softball. 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. It will serve as a guide to the participating schools. 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. Click here to download the 2020 usa softball umpire manual. Pick here for general table of contents pick here for playing rules table of contents. The umpire will make the final decision on any discrepancies of the score. The amateur softball association is the nations leader for the greatest sport in the world. The official rules of softball, the participant manual that governs usa softball championship play, is a benefit of membership.

The amateur softball association is the national governing body of softball in the united states. 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 my ability. Rule book clarification rule 8, section 7 k usa softball.

Rule clarifications and plays welcome to the rule clarifications and plays umpire page. Asa ada rules interpretation slow pitch discussion in ask the umpire started by infieldfly, aug 18, 2011. Official softball rules adopted, published and distributed by. Liability insurance for the team including additional insured certificates for field. 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. 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.

The organizations objectives include promoting safety and establishing uniform softball rules and regulations. Asas most popular book is surgical technologist certifying exam study guide. Four women have paved the way as usa softball commissioners serving their local associations in furthering our sport on all levels of play. Mens, womens, and corec slow pitch softball rules current a. Asausa softball coaching regulations for high school coaches, approved ruling 3.

Mini manual for senior softball umpires at azt and scg. Pick here for general table of contents pick here for. They set the playing rules for fastpitch and slow pitch softball in professional leagues, collegiate. Accept the decision of the umpires and my team manager in good sportsmanship. There are numerous slow pitch softball leagues, but your particular league will follow the rules of one of these major softball governing bodies. I was referring to rule 4, section 3 designated player fast pitch when i said the fast pitch section. If you are interested in purchasing a hard copy of the usa softball code, call 8006548337 or visit. Well be in touch with news, updates, and ways you can help the team. 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. The ultimate guide to ncaa nfhs asa usssa fast pitch softball rules by billy martin, tim malloy, et al. In 20, asa softball celebrated its 80th year as an organization. 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. This softball manual has been prepared and designed to provide general information for use in the administration of nsaa softball competition. 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.

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. Our national staff, board of directors and local association leaders continue to look for solutions to potential ways to. 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. Asa usa softball coaching regulations for high school coaches, approved ruling 3. Usa softball 2020 rulebook sports more ways to shop. Asa amateur softball association homepage certified slow pitch softball equipment asa. The amateur softball association asa of america founded 1933 is one of the largest. 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. The world baseball softball confederation wbsc regulates rules of play in more than. Dimensions for the following are contained in appendix 2.

Nagaaa participants will be paid by the offending member. 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. For the layout of the diamond, refer to drawing showing official dimensions of softball diamond in appendix 1a. What are the current rules and regulations regarding slow. Asa 2016 rulebook by amateur softball association of america. One of the primary purposes of usa softballs official playing rules including its equipment. Substitutes a player is officially in the game when hisher name has been entered on the. The ohsaa may have modified some nfhs rules so that they are in alignment with ohsaa sports regulations. 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. Each book contains diagrams of playing areas, official signals, and official interpretations and rulings. This manual is primarily based upon amateur softball association asa and senior. Study the rules and mechanics of the game diligently, observe the work of. Do not work in a tournament that is not usausa softball of pennsylvaniasanctioned. Softball is a game similar to baseball played with a larger ball 11 to 12 in.

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. Official usa softball participant manual and scorebook 2. Rules, bylaws, code and procedural manual should not be considered a guarantee that participants, spectators. Bats must comply with the asa regulations as found in the official rules of softball participant manual 2015, page 36. Asa little league softball umpire manual asa umpire program amateur softball download 1995 evinrude ocean pro manual. Official isf approved softball or other notification as may be selected and approved by the isf equipment standards commission. All leagues are to be considered class c leagues or below coed will be competitive or below as pertains to all rules. Any misuse or reprinting of these official rules without the prior written consent of the wbsc is prohibited. This softball manual has been prepared and designed to. Where can i get a copy of the official rules of softball. Your contributions to finding and correcting errors in the official rules of softball rule book and the umpire manual are much appreciated. What are the current rules and regulations regarding slow pitch softball bats. The nfhs softball rules and the ohsaa softball regulations will serve as the official rules of softball. The official rules of softball participant manual 2019 describes the rules of the game this manual will be distributed at usash clinics.

It was the 2010 asa participant manual official rules. This copy of the asa procedural manual became effective on january 01, 2015. 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. Abide by the current official senior softball guide and playing rules to the best of. Books by asa author of surgical technologist certifying. 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.

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. This copy of the asa procedural manual became effective on january 01, 5. Asa official rules of softball umpire edition sports websites. A detailed instruction to lay out a diamond with 18.