Usssa is the worlds largest multisport organization. What are the current rules and regulations regarding slow pitch. Bsc softball 2020 official slow pitch rule book official slow pitch softball rules adopted, published, and distributed by bsc softball inc. Only asa certified bats will be legal for tournament play. The online rule book supersedes the printed edition and will contain any updated rule or bylaw changes. Mens, womens, and corec slow pitch softball rules current a. All programs will use 11 usssa approved softballs, except boys and up in boys and mixed. Unless otherwise stated all games will be played at usssa space coast sports complex. The mixed program shall feature five divisions that will be called mixed major, b, c, d, e, and rec.
This rule is in effect only on the initial play at first base. Usssa has formed a strategic partnership with nts chesapeake to validate bats for usssa slow pitch and baseball programs. The online rulebook supersedes the printed edition note. Refer to the usssa rule book for all other batting rules. Usssa united states specialty sports association homepage.
They are effective january 1, 2019 and will be included in the forthcoming online and printed rule book update. Watch to ensure your youth big barrel bat is approved for play usssa play. Discussion in open slow pitch board started by superstar555. Interpretations understanding the rules of the game.
The usssa rule book states that the ball must go up at least three feet from the. Bsc softball, inc page 6 of 36 ball situation, the runner will be called out. Also, until this answer sheet is completely updated, some page numbers and rule numbers may be inaccurate. They will be effective january 1, 2018 and will be included in the online rule book update in december, 2017. This is a discussion on usssa rule book and umpire within the usssa forums, part of the softball associations category.
Usssa has two sets of softball rules, one for slow pitch and another for fast pitch leagues, with differing pitching guidelines. During this time the item can be further evaluated in actual gameplaying situations. Listed below are the answers to the slow pitch umpire test. Usssa has two sets of softball rules, one for slow pitch and another for fast.
Pitching distance the distance from the back point of home plate to the pitching rubber in slow pitch softball is 50 feet for mens, womens and coed league play. The short handed rule will be allowed in youth slow pitch when an injury has occurred to either. What are the current rules and regulations regarding slow. Usssa boston area umpires wilmington, ma powered by. I havent read the rule book to see if theyve changed it, but thats what sucked so bad about utrip. Teams should report to the intramural sports staff assistant a minimum of 15 minutes before the scheduled starting time of the game to fill out the score. 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. Usssa world tournament mixed major 3rd place sni coedbeauties fl.
Our rule book is now the most current, user friendly version to date. Usssa world tournament mixed major 2nd place dirty coed fl. Have you ever had the desire to play slow pitch softball but never heard of the proper rules and regulations of the sport, ive come to assist you in understanding the sport and how to play better. Additional rules info usssa united states specialty sports. Northwest usssagsl tournament rules 2020 usssagsl slowpitch rule book and bylaws. Playing rules not specifically covered herein, shall be governed by the official mlb rules of baseball national league. Tools are available for each coach to track player stats. Those stats will show up on a players individual page. They are effective january 1, 2020 and will be revised in the online rule book. The defensive player must always touch the white portion. This website is powered by the sportsengine platform, but is owned by. 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.
Simply calling for time is not enough to invalidate a pitch. A look back at the 2018 smoky mountain classic video clips. Important notice concerning legal disputes and law suits. Please remember there may be additional areas in the rule book than those noted below that pertain to each situation. The following information pertains to adult slow pitch events only. Usssa world tournament mixed major 1st place sisderby life wa. This partnership will provide our participation and manufacturing partners assurance that usssa is dedicated to growth through game integrity. Any reference to the program contained within these rules shall be interpreted as meaning georgia usssa baseball. How to play slow pitch softball for beginners youtube. No courtesy runners are allowed in the youth program, with the exception of the injury rule in. Batting out of order if a batter is skipped in the lineup, it is the responsibility of the opposing coach to call for time and bring this to the attention of the umpire.
There are numerous slow pitch softball leagues, but your particular league will follow the. Failure to comply with this rule shall result in your team being prohibited from participating in usssa. Any rule not covered in these rules, will be covered in the usssa slow pitch rule book. Only those bats approved by usssa and have the new fingerprint stamp on. Rules for usssa georgia youth fast pitch softball and. Usssa strike zone discussion slowpitch softball forums.
Usssa has decided to move back the legal use date until 2023, to give players a longer usable period for currently owned. What are the current rules and regulations regarding slow pitch softball bats. In partnership with the county usssa has built a multimillion dollar complex with state of. Use of the word he in this publication is intended to include both the masculine and feminine genders unless otherwise noted. Usssa official fast pitch playing rules seventh edition usssas online fast pitch rulebook is located at. Slow pitch usssa united states specialty sports association.
It is concise and complete and made for the slow pitch umpireplayer, from recreational levels to our most competitive events, said usssa national slowpitch uic charles doc beckwell. Asa amateur softball association homepage certified slow pitch softball equipment asa. Official slow pitch softball rules adopted, published and distributed by. January 1, 2014 there will no longer be a list of legal fast pitch bats, just rules which require the bats be made by an authorized usssa manufacturer and have the new mark of the taper or be made of. Oklahoma usssa machine pitch rules play will be governed by usssa rule book, unless specified in this section. You can search for any player that has been added to an online usssa roster. The ultimate guide to ncaa nfhs asa usssa fast pitch softball rules. Manger and players will be ejected from the tournament and at least a one year ban. Teams or individuals not reclassified by the bylaws will be.