The nfhs baseball rules committee and the nfhs board of directors believes there are areas of the game of interscholastic baseball that need to be addressed and given special attention. National fastpitch softball coach of the year 2017. News release rules changes approved in high school baseball, softball for immediate release contact. We furnish the utter version of this book in pdf, txt, djvu, doc, epub formats. The batting helmet shall not have a glare or mirrorlike surface. Baseballsoftball sort by featured best selling alphabetically, az alphabetically, za price, low to high price, high to low date, new to old date, old to new filters. An inner sole shaped device that is attached to the front sole of a softball shoe to. Ohsaa nfhs announce softball rules clarifications march 9, 2015 with the ohsaa softball season opening in less than three weeks coaches, administrators and umpires are being reminded of the rules changes and clarifications listed below. Baseball national federation of state high school associations.
The catcher shall wear a catchers helmetthat meets the nocsae standard at the time of manufacture. Pecora updated 020216 to all who visit this document, please be advised it is to be used as a guide it does not replace the rules book of either game. We aint sanctioned in any way, were a bunch of 65 years plus guys that would like access to asa rules. The current ruling contradicts rule 632 penalty exception, which states that a ball shall not be awarded to the batter when the rule is being intentionally violated in order to walk the batter without throwing a pitch. According to the asa fastpitch softball rule book, the look back rule specifies that when the. Nfhs procedures for hosting tournaments with nonbordering states pdf. The rule allowing scheduled five inning games 423 note 2 has not been adopted. The exterior warning label may be affixedor embossed at the time of manufacture. The catchers helmet shall have a nonglare not mirrorlike surface. The nfhs is the sole and exclusive source of model interpretations of nfhs rules. These areas of concern are often cyclical, some areas need more attention than others, and that is why they might more.
Lhsaa site verification list of approved schools new pdf. The rule change for 2015 dealing with restarts for extended play penalty. With r1 on first, b2 bunts a ball to f5 and both r1 and b2 advance safely. And to stock up on stylish team usa gear that you can wear all year round, visit the team usa shop. According to the 2015 16 nfhs high school athletics participation survey, there are 366,685 girls participating in fastpitch softball at 15,304 schools. The annual softball rules clinic for commissioners will be conducted on friday, january 24, 2020, at 8.
National federation of state high school associations softball. Bases shall be 60 feet apart for games using a 12inch ball. This is your way to voice your opinion and potentially enhance the sport of softball for the youth of our nation. The catchers helmet shall not have a glare or mirrorlike surface. The use of unannounced players under the designated player rule i. National federation of state high school associations nfhs softball 2015 rules changes. Wynns, editor nfhs publications to maintain the sound traditions of this sport, encourage sportsmanship and minimize the inherent risk of injury, the national federation of state high school associations writes playing rules for. Gardner, publisher theresia wynns, editor nfhs publications to maintain the sound traditions of this sport, encourage sportsmanship and minimize the inherent risk of injury, the national federation of state high school associations writes playing rules for varsity competition among. Softball rules committee welcomes four new members. Ohsaanfhs announce softball rules clarifications march 9, 2015. The chrome or mirror like surface of the batting helmet is illegal due to its distracting nature which may be dangerous to other players.
Alabamas libby baker sets softball national record. Indianapolis, in july 6, 2015 rules changes for the 2016 baseball and softball seasons were made at rules committee meetings last month in indianapolis. The nfhs softball rules committee strongly emphasizes that coaches instruct their players on this definition, and what actions they should take. This is your way to voice your opinion and potentially enhance the sport of softball. The nfhs authenticating mark shall be on each softball. Nfhs rules should contact the rules interpreter designated by his or her state high school association. In the exam situations, f refers to a fielder, b refers to a batter and r refers to a runner. The softball committee has worked diligently on behalf of all teams to provide a fair and equitable format for the 2018 season and this host site only enhances the experience for all student athletes.
Geez i only need the rule book in pdf even with a password locked pdf document that we can put on our website. Softball is a class a power ranking sport, and as such shall not be permitted to play varsity level games against gisa schools at any level. The defense protests the batter before the next pitch because b2 batted with a reebok vector that has. Helmet surfaces manufactured with a glare mirrorlike surface are illegal. Softball cover colorado high school activities association. The phrase, meets nocsae standard at the time of manufacture. Please note that a representative of your local association is required to attend the meeting in order for your officials to be eligible for state championship assignments. National federation of state high school associations.
Committees developed rules for boys and girls gymnastics, volleyball, swimming, wrestling, soccer, softball, track and field, field hockey, and ice hockey. Softball but has an asa certification mark, meets rule 3, section1 of asa rules, is included on a list of approved bat models published by asa, and is not listed on the nonapproved bat list with certification mark it is allowed in asa championship play. Elliot hopkins indianapolis, in january 29, 2015 beginning with the 2015 high school baseball season, teams will be allowed to use video monitoring or replay equipment for coaching purposes during games. The service provides automated computer translations that are only an. If you have a rules proposal you would like the committee to consider, youre encouraged to work with your member state association if they find merit in your proposal, they will forward it to the nfhs. News release rules changes approved for high school baseball, softball for immediate release contact. Book pdf bluebook 60 fastpitch softball rules 2016. Elliot hopkins, mld, caa, editor nfhs publications to maintain the sound traditions of this sport, encourage sportsmanship and minimize the inherent risk of injury, the national federation of state high school associations writes playing rules for. You may not schedule five inning games, even if the games are part of a double header. Nfhs rulebooks categories 2020 baseball rules book price. Gisa coachadministrator passes shall not be honored at ghsa softball games. Nfhs baseball rules book pdf 2015 nfhs rules book as ebooks. Dixie softball rules tournament play can be conducted using double elimination play, round robin or pool play.
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. All situations and acts are legal, and no errors or mistakes are involved unless otherwise noted. By state association adoption, the pitching distance in slow pitch softball when using. Softball head coaches will receive a nfhs softball rules book every other year. The rules committee strongly recommends there be at least two umpires. Nfhs softball rules the wiaa follows nfhs rules for softball. Ebooks are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on nfhs.
The nfhs is the sole and exclusive source of binding rules interpretations for contests involving its member schools. The state softball tournament is scheduled to be played at the aurora sport park on october 1920. We dont need the services or goods asa provides because. As stated, these acts may be physical or verbal and intentional or unintentional. Runners switching positions on the bases they occupied. All bats must be stamped with the usa baseball logo. For your convenience, nfhs offers rules and case books in multiple formats. Well be in touch with news, updates, and ways you can help the team. The following rules changes were approved by the ncaa softball rules committee and the playing rules. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. One of the rules that each player must learn and fully understand is the drop third strike rule. Nfhs serves its members by providing leadership for the administration of educationbased high school athletics and activities through the writing of playing rules that emphasize health and safety, educational programs that develop leaders, and administrative support to increase participation opportunities and promote sportsmanship. Baseball softball lineup sheets 100 sheets baseball softball scorebook.
They are made and published by the nfhs in response to situations presented. Nfhs rules are used by educationbased and noneducationbased organizations serving children of varying skill levels who are of high school age and younger. State rules interpreters may contact the nfhs for model rules interpretations. Any person having questions about the interpretation of nfhs softball rules should contact. If you are looking for a book 2015 and 2015 nfhs baseball umpires manual in pdf format, then you have come on to right site.
Jamboree approval form all sports except football pdf. No other model rules interpretations should be considered. Pitchers shall pause for a minimum of two seconds to take or simulate taking a signal the signal need not come from the catcher. The batting helmet shall have a nonglare not mirrorlike surface. One rule that usually comes into play in fastpitch softball is the look back rule when runners are. Elliot hopkins, theresia wynns indianapolis, in july 7, 2015 rules changes for the 2016 baseball and softball seasons were made at rules committee meetings last month in indianapolis. New definition for damaged bats highlights high school softball rules changes. Contains the official rules for softball and are designed to explain all aspects of the sport. Umpire mechanics 2007 2019 nfhs softball rules ppt. This rule change was made due to some of helmets being manufactured with a glare mirrorlike surface which is distracting and potentially dangerous more. Those changes were subsequently approved by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs board of directors. A softball field contains an infield diamond and an outfield area that may or may not be enclosed by a fence.
Neighboring states keeping eyes on wyomings slow embrace of softball. Rules book, case book, umpires manual, simplified and illustrated. The nfhs softball rules book in the past has been provided to each member school sponsoring softball and each ohsaa licensed official as a courtesy by the ohsaa. Lhsaa medical historymedical exam form revised 618 pdf.
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