The fastpitch field diagram base and pitching measurement 60 bases a5. Alabamas libby baker sets softball national record. Softball rules committee welcomes four new members. 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. However, it is always a good idea to check with your leagues website or director for specific rules, regulations, and lists of approved bats. Usssa state directors palmetto cup usssa opening weekend.
The ultimate guide to ncaa nfhs asa usssa fast pitch softball rules by billy martin, tim malloy, et al. Rules for usssa georgia youth fast pitch softball and. Usssa palmetto blast one day all teams entered will receive a paid berth to the usssa summer series championship. With few exceptions, ct usssa fastpitch will abide by the rules and bylaws governed by the usssa fastpitch rulebook. Usssa fastpitch rule book usssa 2017 softball rules fastpitch icma rule book, rule 251, reproduced by permission of icma fastpitch nsa fastpitch rules usssa 2017 softball rules 2018 nsa fastpitch rules usssa 2017 softball rules and regulations rule book 40k gsmr rule book nsa rule book rule of law book 10x rule book wsl rule. Unless noted by local tournament rules, florida tournament game time limits in all games. Dgsa diamond girls softball association nvs league. At its 52nd annual convention in fort myers, florida, usssa introduced several fastpitch rule changes for the 2020 season. All inquiries pertaining to playing rules interpretations should be sent to. Usssa fastpitch online rule book click on image for rules. The fastpitch field diagram base and pitching measurement 60 bases. It details page by page the rules of the game with very specific columns giving you the differences between organization at each level. Conversely, all state and usssa world series events will be played by the rule book. Carrie lyons 8032612698 jun 6 usssa walterboro all star weekend.
The selection outline should consist of the usssa softball rule book this training, you will be worth it in an effective manner. They are effective january 1, 2019 and will be included in the forthcoming online and printed rule book update. This website is powered by the sportsengine platform, but is owned by and subject to the tri county fastpitch league privacy policy. Virginia usssa offers young girls the leadership and teamwork skills that we need in our community.
New usssa bat stamp 20202021 updated 103019 viera, fl october 30, 2019 the current approved 1. The hand shall be below the hip and the wrist not farther from the body than the elbow. They will be effective january 1, 2018 and will be included in the online rule book update in december, 2017. 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. Provide the highest possible athletic experience for every participant through an uncompromising commitment to excellence in sports. An exciting new brand has emerged from our national office. Like most softball sanctioning bodies the rules of usssa play are virtually identical to pony, asa and other. Rule differences usssa fp 2019 quicksum softball umpires of. Fastpitch softball tv network free fastpitch softball videos, fastpitch softball blogs, fastpitch softball clinics, and softball drills. Welcome to the virginia usssa fastpitch girls youth softball website. 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. The following heat index policy guidelines have been established to ensure the safety and welfare of all players, coaches, and umpires involved with the sport of fastpitch softball. Georgia usssa girls fast pitch softball usssa fast pitch official playing rules. The release of the ball and the followthrough of the hand and wrist must be forward past the vertical line of the body.
Four out fielders must be 10 feet behind base path. While celebrating 50 years as an association at its annual convention in daytona beach in november, the leadership in fastpitch for usssa announced several rule changes. Softball rules and regulations this page outlines specific rule information for the usssa fastpitch program in maryland and delaware. Usssa rule book usssa georgia youth fast pitch softball. In all age divisions, no new inning will start after 1 hour 15 minutes. Usssa has begun making bat stamp and standard changes that affect both baseball and slowpitch softball. We will respond swiftly in order to provide you the information you desire. Our rule book is now on a two year print cycle and this is the off year. To be called a strike, the pitch must pass the batter between the level of the highest shoulder and the front knee. Please contact us with any and all ideas that can possibly elevate us to achieve our mission. As we move forward our commitment and goals remain the same. Usa softball codes and rules 2020 sportsengine, inc. Get the latest information about coloradowyoming usssa girls fastpitch softball. If you are interested in purchasing usssa insurance please click on the link below.
Rule interpretations, 5800 stadium parkway melbourne fl 32940 or email. Fastpitch softball must be clearly printed on the ball. The official bat for usa softball championship play must meet all usa softball specifications and requirements of rule 3, section 1 and. Usssa fastpitch rules usssa united states specialty sports. Welcome to the rule clarifications and plays umpire page. Neighboring states keeping eyes on wyomings slow embrace of softball. Usssa fastpitch rule book usssa 2017 softball rules fastpitch icma rule book, rule 251, reproduced by permission of icma fastpitch nsa fastpitch rules usssa 2017 softball rules 2018 nsa fastpitch rules usssa 2017 softball rules and regulations rule book 40k gsmr rule book nsa rule book rule of law book 10x rule book wsl rule book nba. The usssa sanctions, creates, and promotes a variety of sports including softball, baseball, and basketball.
Usssa fastpitch rules new england usssa fastpitch ct usssa. From this page you can access the monthly files intended to sharpen your skills as a usa softball umpire. They are effective january 1, 2020 and will be revised in the online rule book. What is the third dropped strike rule fastpitch softball tv. Each team will need to supply a usssa game ball per game. We will achieve this success by an uncompromising commitment to meeting the needs of the teams, coaches, sponsors, park owners and fans. Rules for usssa georgia youth fast pitch softball and usssa. Event searchvenuesfacilitiesusssa points structure. It includes information on the usssa national rulebook, c and recallstar program rule exceptions, registration year, age eligibility, equipment and insurance. This change aligns our rule on pitchers feet placement with the other major rule books in youth softball, said jami lobpries, national director of. Please do not hesitate to contact us for any reason.
New york high school softball pitcher strikes out all 21 batters in. Arkansas usssa fastpitch just another wordpress site. What are the current rules and regulations regarding. Softball rules and regulations usssa east maryland. 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 online rule book supersedes the printed edition there are no other rule books that govern usssa fastpitch.
Should you have any questions or require further clarification, please forward your questions to. The online rulebook supersedes the printed edition note. Usssas mission is to be the most visibly recognized, technologically advanced, professionally represented sports organization in the world. We are official members of the usssa national organization and a group of dedicated volunteers who serve the virginia area through many charity benefit events. Use of the word he in this publication is intended to include. This is intended as quick summary of areas of significant differences in usssa fast pitch rules. One of the rules that each player must learn and fully understand is the drop third strike rule. Contact your state director with any questions on the rule changes. What is the third dropped strike rule by gary leland in the game of softball, chaos can be quite inevitable especially if you dont learn the rules by heart.
January 24th in bradenton, fl and february 15th in hampton, ga. Rules and rulebook for georgia and national usssa fastpitch. Carrie lyons 8032612698 jun 20 usssa fathers day fury n. Usssa has decided to move back the legal use date until 2023, to give players a longer usable period for currently owned. For the 2020 usssa fastpitch rule changes, click here. Home team will be the official scorekeeper in all tournament games. With few exceptions, georgia usssa girls fast pitch will abide by the rules and bylaws governed by the 2014 usssa rulebook. Please note what follows reflect the principles of the changes to the rules but. Featuring ncaa, nfhs, usssa and usa softball rule sets by billy martin, tim malloy, et al. Roster batting will be allowed during the entire tournament. 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.
Azusssa arizona fast pitch softball official website. A team may use a courtesy runner for its pitcher and catcher per the usssa rule book if and only if a team has no available courtesy runner per the usssa rule book, then and only then the team may use the last completed at bat using the skipbacks, if necessary as a courtesy runner fot the pitcher and catcher. If your fastpitch softball league is governed by a different body, the chances are that if your bat bears the approval of either asa or usssa, it will be legal in your league. This page outlines specific rule information for the usssa fastpitch program in maryland and delaware. All games will be played by usssa rules, with the following exceptions. The pitch shall be delivered on the throwing arm side of the body and not behind the back or between the legs. May bat entire lineup, with free defensive substitution c.
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