Participation rule the entire roster of players will be listed in the batting lineup and no player will be benched for more than 1 consecutive inning. Zero tolerance rules are in effect for all managers, coaches, players, parents and all spectators. Click here for information on how to display your epub download on ipad, kindle, nook, iphone, android and blackberry. Senior softballusa sanctions tournaments and championships, registers players, writes the rulebook, publishes senior softballusa news, hosts international softball tours and promotes senior softball throughout the world.
The association shall also do business as independent softball association, inc. The nsa was purchased by bill and kathie horton in 2016 where it thrives under their proven leadership today. Softball rules vary somewhat from those of baseball. How to join the committee administrators, coaches and officials. Grip tapers, what are the real rules softball forum. All games are conducted in accordance with the current little league baseball and nsa softball rules of the game and decisions as modified by the city of henderson in effect as of dec. Nsa fastpitch softball twin rule post by ixamnis tue may 26, 2015 8. Rosters national softball association of western pa. Nsa canada the fastest growing slopitch organization in. We will now be allowing women to use an 11 inch asa approved ball. Queen of diamonds 14u16u sunday only nsa my softball. I understand that it is my responsibility to know the rules and bylaws of nsa, and that ignorance of a rule or bylaw does not negate the penalty for myself or my team. As of 2010, the rules for college, high school and even youth competitive softball are very similar on the topic of metal cleats, while the amateur softball. Thrpd does not allow nsa coed softball rule 4, playerssubstitution, page 51, section 1b or 1c to be used.
Pick here for general table of contents pick here for. The people who oversee the rules for the sport of softball at all different levels have gone back and forth on allowing metal cleats to be used in the sport. It includes information on the usssa national rulebook, c and recallstar program rule exceptions, registration year, age eligibility, equipment and insurance. We are excited to announce that we are extending the 2020 nsa bpa roster season an additional. The panel approved a rule requiring that the runners lane be drawn on the field down the first base line, reverting to the rule that was.
Players can only participate on one team during the season. Pitching distances for all metro cincy nsa tournaments. Alabamas libby baker sets softball national record. For several weeks, nsa bpa has been working with our insurance carriers and staff on establishing an extension for the 2020 season. Mission statement develop, direct and promote the sport of amateur softball through a coordinated effort. From this page you can access the monthly files intended to sharpen your. New york high school softball pitcher strikes out all 21 batters in. Rule book, without the express written consent of the. Nsa canada the fastest growing slopitch organization in canada.
The national softball association is a full service organization that offers a division of play and a level of competition that youth through adult can enjoy. Nsabpa understands that during these unprecedented times we need to work together for the betterment of the game. Once a player is removed due to injury, they can never reenter the game. The indiana nsa hall of fame ceremony was held on 111619 in michigan city. The coach, pitcher or catcher of the defensive team may request an intentional walk either before or during the pitch count. Softball 21 3 2 a, exception gloves 21 3 3 batting helmet 23 3 7 exc, pen. The national softball association nsa was founded in 1982 by hugh cantrell in lexington, kentucky. The game of softball can be a dangerous sport to participate in. This change to allow intentional walks was enacted to align fast pitch and slow pitch rules, to keep up with current trends of the sport, and also to maximize the flow of the game. Of all the rule sets im familiar with, baseball and softball, nsa is the only one that has the phrase about or lets the ball drop. Anybody know when the 2020 nfhs rule books will be online. 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 usa softball app provides the latest in news, results and videos from team usa athletes and events across the globe. To establish uniform softball rules and regulations. Infield fly rule there is no infield fly rule for this division. You may cheer for your own team only and may not cheer against the opposing team. International softball federation is strictly prohibited. In playing the game of softball, the player and the. From this page you can access the monthly files intended to sharpen your skills as a usa softball umpire. Designed for ages 418, age divisions offered include. Other sanctioning bodies of softball are aau, nsa, pony, asa, isc, usssa and triple crown. Nsa florida fastpitch would like you to check out the new website. This will ensure we have good contact information for you and will allow the nsa to track your teams across seasons and improve your.
Yes, i am one of the coaches, keep the book, and have to be aware of all rules and how we can take advantage of them. October 17, 2019 meeting minutes archived minutes next meeting date. The rules are in accordance with the united states specialty sports association softball rules. Allowing the ball to drop untouched is not a rule violation. To include all humankind, or both male and female sexes. Altered bat 82 1 1 effect bat specifications 9294 3 1 al, note batter box 109 7 1 d, effect appeal play 82 1 2 baserunner 120 8 8 gj, effect.
The nsa is one of the original big 3 softball associations and you will find our brand on our certified slow pitch equipment. They are responsible for helping train new umpires and handle rule changes pertaining to their programs in the rule book. We actually used the nsa twin rule this weekend, which allowed us a lot of flexibility at the plate power vs speed. This is a discussion on grip tapers, what are the real rules within the behind the plate forums, part of the softball forums category. Any intentional drop ball slowpitch softball forums. If you are a coach or team manager, or an umpire you must create an account first before you can apply for membership. Changeaddition to existing note change last years rule applying to 14u back to 15u. All nsa reentry and substitution rules apply except thprd allows any substitute same gender in coed to enter in case of an injury. October 15, 2020 thursday of week 15 how your school can join the iesa is your school a member. Softball is a game similar to baseball played with a larger ball 11 to 12 in. College softball panel approves obstruction rule change. The national softball association general playing rules official playing rules can be found at all updates or corrections can be found there as this book is only a guide.
This is regarding all the gripnrip, knob cuff, homemade tape built, and other various taper doodads we add to our. Nsa softball rules includes case book, rulebook, field dimension sizes, umpires manuals and rule changes, all are in pdf format. Senior softball usa sanctions tournaments and championships, registers players, writes the rulebook, publishes senior softball usa news, hosts international softball tours and promotes senior softball throughout the world. Any player under the age of 18 must have a parents signature in order to participate. Those rules include field distances, pitching distances, number of players and equipment. To promote amateur softball for all persons regardless of race, age, color, creed, religion, sex or national origin. Page 1 of 3 lou gehrig softball general rules updated may 2014 lou gehrig softball rules are a supplement to andor clarification of the rules stated in the official nsa rule book. Nsa rule is available online at use the official nsa online roster, completely filled out including all signatures. Click here for information on how to display your epub download on ipad, kindle, nook, iphone, android and blackberry, plus your desktop browsers. Aug 18, 2017 the panel approved a rule requiring that the runners lane be drawn on the field down the first base line, reverting to the rule that was in place in 2014 and 2015.
Our officials follow our printed rule book and most have been with us for many years. Girls fastpitch softball rules girls fastpitch softball. What is girls fastpitch softball girls fastpitch softball january 8, 2014 at 10. Nsa canada is pleased to announce we have partnered with my team gear powered by jakd, to bring another unique online store. Each book contains diagrams of playing areas, official signals, and offical interpretations and rulings. A complete list of player eligibility rules are available online 247 at. Neighboring states keeping eyes on wyomings slow embrace of softball. It will be a state director option to enforce for 14u. The national uic will travel to different areas and hold clinics if needed. Since its inception in 1984, babe ruth softball has grown tremendously to become a premier softball program throughout the united states and canadaand is also the fastest growing division in babe ruth league, inc. The players are eligible to compete with my team in the championship play of the nsa and agree to be bound by the rules and bylaws of nsa.
This website is powered by the sportsengine platform, but is owned by and subject to the minnesota softball privacy policy. Rule clarifications and plays welcome to the rule clarifications and plays umpire page. One of the better 8u teams has a coach pitcher that tells the girls to swing, dont swing, no, high, yes, anything to help his girls. Senior softballusa is dedicated to informing and uniting the senior softball players of america and the world. For several weeks, nsabpa has been working with our insurance carriers and staff on establishing an extension for the 2020 season. We are proud to release the 2019 indiana nsa schedule. Each book contains diagrams of playing areas, official signals, and official interpretations and rulings. To do the exam, from the homepage of nsa canada, click on forms and applications and then become an umpire. Our coach thought it was but we couldnt find it in the nsa rule book. There are a number of organizations that post their rule books on the web for download for free. Softball rules committee welcomes four new members. Sep 29, 2009 the michigan high school athletic association, or mhsaa, has established softball rules that all michigan high schools must follow.