Coaches are encouraged to register for the classification that they think best fits their team. Tobacco no tobacco of any type will be permitted at any usssa baseball sites. Usssa run rule for fast pitch or whichever comes first. United states specialty sports association wikipedia. Founded in 1990 as a nonprofit 501c4 civic organization not a charitable organization and affiliated with the usssa national governing body of amateur sports, we hope you find this web site and our programs beneficial to your recreational goals. The usssa baseball season begins august 1st and concludes july 31st. Founded in 1990 as a nonprofit 501c4 organization and affiliated with the usssa national governing body of amateur sports, we hope you find this web site and our programs beneficial to your recreational goals. In all age divisions, no new inning will start after 1 hour 15 minutes. Rule book links for baseball and softball faq if you have any rules related questions, please ask in this forum. We would like to show you a description here but the site wont allow us.
The online rule book supersedes the printed edition there are no other rule books that govern usssa fastpitch. A prior to being qualified frozen to an official online roster age divisions 4u 14u only. The fastpitch field diagram base and pitching measurement 60 bases a5. They are effective january 1, 2019 and will be included in the forthcoming online and printed rule book update. A maximum of drop 8 8 will be the new bat restriction for the u age group. Usssa fastpitch rules usssa united states specialty sports. Blue book 60 provides the ultimate teaching and reference tool for umpires, coaches, and players that need to understand the nuances of fast pitch softball rules. Obr 2016 spanish national federation of state high school associations nfhs, or fed. Aadusssa is dedicated to promoting, organizing and facilitating amateur athletic baseball programs to the youth community of the region.
Included with membership is general liability and accidental medical insurance while officiating in the usssa baseball program. Link is to portal where you can purchase print or ebook versions. Girls fastpitch softball rules girls fastpitch softball. The united states specialty sports association usssa is a volunteer, sports governing body and a 501c3 nonprofit organization based in viera, florida.
Usssa offers programs and tournaments in baseball, basketball, fastpitch, flag football, golf, martial arts, lacrosse, soccer, slowpitch, and volleyball. Make up games will be scheduled at the earliest time available. However, in 1998, usssa rebranded the name to united states specialty sports association, because it expanded into other sports, including youth girls fastpitch, boys baseball, youth basketball, martial arts and more. We support and integrate true professionalism in our. Adding players to a roster, may affect the classification of the team. Conversely, all state and usssa world series events will be played by the rule book. Allstar rules the game 8u coach pitch and 8u player. This will only apply to u events and teams playing in u events. Some are more subtle than others, but if a coach has a team that will be playing in games under both rule sets, then he should be aware of the differences. Roster batting will be allowed during the entire tournament.
The team will be disqualified and put in last place. Rule clarifications and plays welcome to the rule clarifications and plays umpire page. Welcome to arizona usssa baseball arizonas number one. Provide the highest possible athletic experience for every participant through an uncompromising commitment to excellence in sports administration. Usssa will be implementing new age restrictions for the u and 14u divisions with the 2017 season. Baseball rules and regulations usssa east maryland. So i just got done scouring the 2016 slow pitch rule book and i cannot find anything with the exact terminology, all bats must have the new usssa stamp or be a wood bat. Can someone explain the different usssa classifications posted by westlakeguy10 on 62816 at 7. You can search for any player that has been added to an online usssa roster. The main cutoff date of april 30 will remain the same. Can someone explain the different usssa classifications. End of the season point champions in each age group will receive a prestigious award. An umpire registration fee shall be paid yearly to officiate in the usssa baseball program.
In general, enforcement of rules is up to the umpire of the game and iscore does not specifically enforce them, but we want to make sure we score within them. For the 2020 usssa fastpitch rule changes, click here. 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. Rules for usssa georgia youth fast pitch softball and usssa. Arizonas number one resource for youth baseball tournaments arizona usssa baseball is the number one host for usssa youth baseball tournaments throughout the state of arizona. Tools are available for each coach to track player stats. Utah sports association, utah usssa is a sofball company for fastpitch and slowpitch softball located in utah and idaho. 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. Georgia usssa baseball has incorporated the official rules of baseball national. Softball rules and regulations usssa east maryland. What is girls fastpitch softball girls fastpitch softball january 8, 2014 at 10.
The recreationleague fast pitch program is designed for girls age 18. Please search the menu above for information regarding usssa tournaments, leagues, and programs in kansas. The 20152016 tournament rules for tournamentsruspac sports. These rules are also highlighted in the usssa national bylaws. In partnership with the county usssa has built a multimillion dollar complex with state of the art technology for stats and live streaming. Softball rules and regulations this page outlines specific rule information for the usssa fastpitch program in maryland and delaware.
The new divisions will be a combination of age based and school grade based. Four out fielders must be 10 feet behind base path. May bat entire lineup, with free defensive substitution c. Please refer to 2010 usssa rule book located online at for current pitching limitations. Only usssa results posted online at will be used to determine classification. Withdrawn andor noncompliant bat models added 22520.
Home team will be the official scorekeeper in all tournament games. Usssa pitching rules ttb texas tournament baseball. South carolina rules gameday sports southeast sports. Where is the asa rule book can i find information about this so that i can show the umpire for future games. Teams can play up in age and down in class for any weekend event. From this page you can access the monthly files intended to sharpen your skills as a usa softball umpire. Usssa rule book view rule book team classifications.
Purchase your spectator admission before you arrive and skip the lines. You will be able to find a wide range of information here on this website. Interpretations understanding the rules of the game. Official fastpitch playing rules and bylaws fourteenth edition a, llc 611 line dr kissimmee, fl 34744 800 7414. In order to provide an immersive experience usssa recommends that teams registered outside of 75 miles from the space coast complex to book their accommodations through the usssa travel partner. It includes information on the usssa national rulebook, c and recallstar program rule exceptions, registration year, age eligibility, equipment and insurance. Here is a handydandy guide to the major differences between asa and usssa rules for girls fast pitch softball. An inning that is started before the 75 minute time limit expires must be completed. All games will be played by usssa rules, with the following exceptions. Each team will need to supply a usssa game ball per game. However, in 1998, usssa rebranded the name to united states specialty sports association, because it expanded into other sports, including youth girls fastpitch, boys. The usssa state office reserves the right to adjust team classification at any time including during the season.
This rule limits the number of visits a manager or a coach may make to any pitcher in any one 1 inning. The official rules maintained by major league baseball. Aad usssa is dedicated to promoting, organizing and facilitating amateur athletic baseball programs to the youth community of the region. A leagues and tournaments shall adopt the following rules pertaining to the visit of the manager or a coach to the pitcher. This website will serve as a portal to all of the information regarding the youth girls fastpitch program in kansas. Link is to portal where you can purchase print or e book versions. Starting january 1, 2020, our u division will have a new bat limit. Teams can play up in age and down in one class for super nits, state level 2 events and global state. All big barrel bats must carry the usssa bat stamp or will be deemed illegal for play. This 100 page guide covers complete references with detailed explanations of ncaa collegiate, nfhs high school, and asa usssa travel team softball rules. Usssa michigan allows a special courtesy runner rule, effective immediately, may 7, 2016.
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