Can am games nsa richmond 26th annual richmond 48062. If its fast pitch, slow pitch, beach, arena, wheelchair, mens or womens, girls or boys softball the wbsc has softball programs, competitions, rules and contacts that will assist in growing the game at any level. Nsa florida will evaluate this decision weekly and determinations of when to resume playing in each area of the state will be made in conjunction with local government agencies. Rules changes are identified by a shaded background. In 2007, the baja board elected to join asa as a recreational class b league. By agreeing to be placed on an nsa roster, the participants or parents of participants understand these risks. Independent softball association hereafter referred to as isa or the association. Baja arizona girls softball association was formed in 2004 by seven independent leagues in. Nsa and the show manager shall have full power to interpret or amend these rules and regulations.
Mark shall be on each ball as shown in figure 14 of the nfhs rule book. The association shall also do business as independent. This guide explains fastpitch rules in an easy to consume format for any level. I want to participate in the fastpitch world series. Nsa has a dh rule, which is very similar to the mlb dh rule. 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. Nsa rules will govern all play in strict accordance with the nsa rule book. They will be incorporated into the rules book for the 2018 and 2019 seasons.
Grace period 10 minutes for the first game of the day. Use of rule books in event of rules differences, this booklet takes precedence over the. Need help with nsa vs asa rules slowpitch softball. The coach, pitcher or catcher of the defensive team may request an intentional walk either before or during the pitch count. Dont forget to get registered for spring worlds and make a run at winning the championship rings. The pitcher shall take a position with both feet on the ground and one or both feet in contact with the pitching plate. Nsa fastpitch age eligibility see chart below the players age on december 31st during the current sanctioning season will be the age group the player is eligible for during the entire sanction year. Softball is a contact sport, played with composite, aluminum, wood and other approved materials in design of approved bats.
Note rule references are associated with the new rules book. If you have a question please check the nsa rulebook. These rules and regulations become a part of the contract between the exhibitor and the national sheriffs. We will resume with tournaments outdoors beginning april 3rd weekend in michigan city. Dave plane of oro valley fast pitch updated this rule book. Asa, nsa, and pony 2011 fastpitch softball rule changes. Please remember in umpired leagues, the individual umpires are trained by our rule book, so the closer the league follows the rulebook. The aps can also be used on defense only 9 defensive players in. The league or tournament may also modify certain rules for a specific fastpitch softball season or tournament. Team and player eligibility rules not specifically covered above shall be referred to the usssa fastpitch national committee only. Assessments for new players, players heading to new divisions or players wishing to return to the draft for selection by different. The following rules govern play in both the fastpitch and modified. Nsa the players association index to slowpitch rules references are to rule, section and subsection page rule sec. Blue book 60 is the top rated fast pitch rules guide in publication for 10 seasons now in the us and canada.
The most important indiana nsa information like rain delays, etc will be posted here. Its the same if you compare any two rule books for any two different sanctioning bodies. In the asa, the game ends if one team leads by 15 runs after three innings, 12 runs after four innings or eight runs after five innings. Northeast nsa will be following the advice of the national softball association with regard to suspension of play. Altered bat 9 1 1 bat specifications 1921 3 1 an, note batter box 35 7 1 d, effect appeal play 9 1 2 baserunner 4546 8 8 gj, effect. Indiana nsa has cancelled all remaining indoor tournaments due to the coronavirus pandemic. Rule clarifications and plays welcome to the rule clarifications and plays umpire page. The following rules govern play in both the fastpitch and modified programs of the national softball association. The primary governing bodies are the american softball association asa, the national softball association nsa. Learn the rules to get an edge on the competition, very easily using the. The mercy rule is 12 runs after 3 innings, 10 runs after 4 innings, or 8 runs after 5 innings. The aps will be placed in the batting order in the positions to be occupied. If you were to make a pointbypoint comparison of the nsa and asa rule book, you would find literally dozens of rule differences.
Each sanctioned team will receive an official nsa canada rule book as part of the sanction benefits. Nsa rule book is available for coaches online 247 at. 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. If you are a coach or team manager, or an umpire you must create an account first before you can apply for membership. The only variation between the two programs is the modified pitching rules, which can be found in rule 6. From buffalo wild wings to blue chip casino and more. To all nsa fastpitch coaches, players and families, in washington we are cancelling the toiurnaments that were scheduled for march 2122 tacoma, march 2829 marysville, april 45 meadowdale, april 345 ice breaker, april 1819 tacoma, april 2526 everett and may 23 everett.
Ignorance of these rules and bylaws is not grounds for protest or appeal. In order to keep the fastpitch america softball association rulebook as streamlined as possible, we will refer back to the national federation of high schools nfhs rulebook for all rules. 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. Perfect strike baseball scorebook with rules and scoring instructions. This decision was made for safety reasons of our players, coaches, umpires and their families. A full set of rules and any modification should be available from the league or tournament organizer. Pitching distances for all michigan nsa tournaments. Girls fastpitch softball rules girls fastpitch softball.
Nsa softball rules includes case book, rulebook, field dimension sizes, umpires manuals and rule changes, all are in pdf format. The nonpivot foot may be on or behind the pitching plate as far back as desired, however, once the toe is set, no movement further backwards is allowed. The nsa allows for a game to end if one team holds a lead of 12 runs after three innings, 10 runs after four innings or eight runs after five innings. Rule book, without the express written consent of the. Altered bat 8 1 1 bat specifications 1519 3 1 an, note batter in box 30 7 1 d, effect appeal play 8 1 2 baserunner 40 8 7 gj, effect batting out of order 32 7 2 ac. Requires the runners lane to be drawn on the field and all associated rules apply batsgame rule 3. Asa vs nsa rules discuss fastpitch softball community. For instance, asa publishes a rule differences chart for asa, nfhs high school and ncaa softball. Clarifies that any part of the pivot foot is in contact with the pitchers plate is legal and no longer limits the pivot foot to contacting. The pitcher or catcher will remain in the game and the courtesy runner will retain all substitution rights if the courtesy runner has substitution rights. Rule 5 sec 7d adds offense of improper offensive use of flex. 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 national softball association nsa is a sports governing body specializing in fastpitch and slo.
If you were to make a pointbypoint comparison between their rule books, you would find dozens of differences. Ignorance of a rule or bylaw of nsa does not negate the penalty. It is the responsibility of coaches, managers, sponsors and players to know the nsa rules and bylaws. Remember that every city and county will have their own set of dates for reopening for business so certain parts of the state might be open before others.