In no event will a team be awarded a favorable decision on a protest where that team has used trickery, deception or wrongful interpretation of a rule by an umpire, isa official or tournament director. The online rule book supersedes the printed edition. Additional rules info usssa united states specialty sports. These rules are sports specific to senior softball. In coed modified, 6 males and 4 female players are permitted in the field. Rule interpretations definitions of basic terms used in softball. This marking means change in wording or numbering for clarification only. Jun 08, 2019 the player will be suspended for one year from island usssa. The batter is not allowed to set up with their back foot in front of the plate. Current stamp usssa bats will stop being produced by manufacturers no later than 612020. Also, until this answer sheet is completely updated, some page numbers and rule numbers may be inaccurate. If you are a coach or team manager, or an umpire you must create an account first before you can apply for membership. With few exceptions determined by local tournament directors, florida usssa girls fastpitch will abide by the rules and bylaws governed by the 15th edition usssa rulebook. Like most softball sanctioning bodies the rules of usssa play are virtually identical to pony, asa and other organizations.
The ultimate guide to ncaa nfhs asa usssa fast pitch softball rules by billy martin, tim malloy, et al. Please remember there may be additional areas in the rule book than those noted below that pertain to each situation. Rules for usssa georgia youth fast pitch softball and. Usssa has decided to move back the legal use date until 2023, to give players a longer useable period for currently owned and manufactured bats. Umpires will establish ground rules prior to the game regarding out of play areas, permanent obstacles in the field of. At that time, all current stamp bats will no longer be usable in usssa sanctioned events. Only those bats approved by usssa and have the new fingerprint stamp on. It includes information on the usssa national rulebook, c and recallstar program rule exceptions, registration year, age eligibility, equipment and insurance. Mens, womens, and corec slow pitch softball rules campus.
Listed below are the answers to the slow pitch umpire test. There are numerous slow pitch softball leagues, but your particular league will follow the rules of one of these major softball governing bodies. You qualify for extra savings by bundling this product with the eligible items in your cart. See the empire modified rulebook below for specifics. Below is the actually wording from the pertinent sections to this topic from the usssa rule book itself. New usssa bat stamp 20202021 updated 103019 viera, fl october 30, 2019 the current approved 1. The home of intermountain sports productions fastpitch, slowpitch, baseball, basketball and volleyball. Rule 2 bat warmers approved by usssa are permitted. For each fairly delivered pitched ball by the pitcher that passes through the strike zone before touching the ground. Softball rules and regulations this page outlines specific rule information for the usssa fastpitch program in maryland and delaware. 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. 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.
This committee meets on a daily basis at the national meeting in november to discuss and recommend various changes for our entire program. Slow pitch united states specialty sports association. United states specialty sports association official fast pitch playing rules and bylaws tenth edition 10th edition 2. Usssa boston area umpires wilmington, ma powered by. We will achieve this success by an uncompromising commitment to meeting the needs of the teams, coaches, sponsors, park owners and fans. Usssa has decided to move back the legal use date until 2023, to give players a longer usable period for currently owned. At its 52nd annual convention in fort myers, florida, usssa introduced several usssa gsl slowpitch rule changes for the 2020 season. This rule is in effect only on the initial play at first base. The online rulebook supersedes any printed edition. If you would like to become a certified usssa umpire contact.
Two rules from the conference are now in the book for all of usssa. This book may not be copied or otherwise reproduced in whole or in part without advance written permission of senior softballusa, llc and senior softball world championships, inc. The revision to usssa slowpitch bat stamp will go into effect 1112021. Bsc softball, inc page 6 of 36 ball situation, the runner will be called out. 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 usssa sanctions, creates, and promotes a variety of sports including softball, baseball, and basketball. They became effective january 1, 2020 and will be revised both in our printed and online 2020 rule book. It is very helpful if you send a link to the page you were having an issue with in your email. Northwest usssagsl tournament rules 2020 usssagsl slowpitch rule book and bylaws. 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. Individual player eligibility clarified wording 10th edition 8 usssa official fast pitch playing rules tenth edition usssas online fast pitch rule book is located at.
Intermountain sports productions fastpitch, slowpitch, baseball, basketball and volleyball. At its 52nd annual convention in fort myers, florida, usssa introduced several usssagsl slowpitch rule changes for the 2020 season. What are the current rules and regulations regarding slow. What are the current rules and regulations regarding slow pitch softball bats. The catchers box, bases, coachs boxes, batters boxes and 3 foot first base line shall be as in the the field diagram. See more eligible items you qualify for extra savings by bundling this product with the eligible items. Roster batting, subject to the restrictions of rules 5. Teams wishing to qualify for their respective world tournament can qualify in two different ways. With few exceptions, ct usssa fastpitch will abide by the rules and bylaws governed by the usssa fastpitch rulebook. The defensive player must always touch the white portion. Other associations may continue use of the current stamp beyond that date. Gsl slowpitch united states specialty sports association. Usssa strike zone discussion slowpitch softball forums.
Usssa has begun making bat stamp and standard changes that affect both baseball and slowpitch softball. You will find the complete rules and regulations in the usssa rule book. Welcome to the rule clarifications and plays umpire page. How to pitch the slider slow pitch softball pitching school duration. To be called a strike, the pitch must pass the batter between the level of the highest shoulder and the front knee.
From this page you can access the monthly files intended to sharpen your skills as a usa softball umpire. 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. The aps can also be used on defense only 9 defensive players in the field, but must keep the same position. 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. The aps will be placed in the batting order in the positions to be occupied. Usssas mission is to be the most visibly recognized, technologically advanced, professionally represented sports organization in the world. For the 2020 usssa fastpitch rule changes, click here. Softball rules and regulations usssa east maryland. All lines on the playing field shall be marked with a material, which is not injurious to the eyes or skin. They are effective january 1, 2019 and will be included in the forthcoming online and printed rule book update. 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. Failure to comply with this rule shall result in your team being prohibited from participating in usssa.
Pitching rules and technique requirements differ from slowpitch. 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 united states specialty sports association provides rules and regulations for a number of amateur sports throughout the nation. Teams that participate in three 3 usssa tournaments, also attend state championships and nationals will qualify for their respective world tournament. 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. Mens, womens, and corec slow pitch softball rules current a. The usssa rule book states that the ball must go up at least three feet from the point at which it leaves the pitchers hand and can not go higher then 10 feet above the ground. Teams or individuals not reclassified by the bylaws will be. A player who has left the game under the blood rule may. To achieve this goal the usssa established a national playing rules committee. Slow pitch usssa united states specialty sports association. The mixed program shall feature five divisions that will be called mixed major, b, c, d, e, and rec. Lime or caustic material of any kind is prohibited.
Official slow pitch softball rules adopted, published and distributed by. Should you wish to have an official rule book, contact. Com world tournament dates major player watch list usssa team rankings 2019 usssa rule book gsl rule book. Usssa slow pitch rule book usssa united states specialty. At its 52nd annual convention in fort myers, florida, usssa introduced several fastpitch rule changes for the 2020 season. The online rule book supersedes the printed edition and will contain any updated rule or bylaw changes.