The amazon versions can be downloaded and used on apple or android devices with the kindle app. All teams must provide a volunteer to keep the official book and clock. The united states specialty sports association usssa is a national organization with a purpose to organize and promote youth and adult basketball to perpetuate the interest and love of the game. The national high school federation rules and regulations nhsf.
Basketball rules see fiba internal regulations, book 2. The national high school federation rules and regulations nhsf will apply to all usssa games. Please refer to 2010 usssa rule book located online at for current pitching limitations. The ball ricochets and is fielded by f4 before the ball touches the ground. Accessibility to and the services of mrpa state rules interpreters. Players coming from teams that were above 500 in the. Rules books and case books available as ebooks nfhs.
Middle and high school grades 7 thru 12 will consist of two sixteen minute halves and will use a regulation size basketball. The new divisions will be a combination of age based and school grade based. The home team will keep the book, the visiting team will keep the scoreboard. The usssa met at myrtle beach, sc, and changed their name from the united states slopitch softball association to the united states specialty sports association. The official rules for this aau sanctioned tournament are the 20162017 high school federation. Well be in touch with news, updates, and ways you can help the team. Link is to portal where you can purchase print or ebook versions. If the rule is broken a third time, a technical foul goes to. The following guide determines all eligible ages at grade levels.
Adding players to a roster, may affect the classification of the team. The ncaa changed its withdrawal rule again in 2016, effective with that years draft. All cancelled games will be made up that impact division winner b. All inquiries pertaining to playing rules interpretations should be sent to. He is the coauthor of the bestselling series of basketball officiating guides called, beyond the rules. Usssa provides an opportunity for teams to compete in tournament competition that leads to area, state and national championships in their respective.
Rules for usssa georgia youth fast pitch softball and. Below is a listing of the ebooks currently available for purchase. The main cutoff date of april 30 will remain the same. Cobra challenge 2016 participants this annual tournament is a usssa sanctioned event. The ball, which strikes anything other than a defensive. Coach pitch rules neo usssa baseball bixby, ok neo.
Originally usssa stood for united states slowpitch softball association. The fastpitch field diagram base and pitching measurement 60 bases. The aps will be placed in the batting order in the positions to be occupied. Those stats will show up on a players individual page. May bat entire lineup, with free defensive substitution c. The playing field is the area where the ball may be legally played or fielded. Players are chosen for all tournament team, tournament mvps and outstanding pitcher awards. Usssa will be implementing new age restrictions for the u and 14u divisions with the 2017 season. Ties after completion of poolplay games will follow the tie breaker order listed below. Prattville girls softball league rules addendum to usssa rules.
All of the above must be manufactured by an approved. Arkansas basketball rules effective november 1, 2016 the. Tools are available for each coach to track player stats. The online rule book supersedes the printed edition there are no other rule books that govern usssa fastpitch.
Roster batting, subject to the restrictions of rules 5. 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. Home team will be responsible for providing official score book keeper for entire game. Its purpose is to provide a standardized code of rules, interpretations and officials mechanics for the sport of flag and touch football. Competition rules the official rules for this aau sanctioned. Here are the line up rules from the usssa rule book. Usssa run rule for fast pitch or whichever comes first. Additional usssa help for additional help please consult the faqs here if you are. The nba draft is an major annual event in which the 30 franchises in the national basketball association select new players for their teams. For the 2020 usssa fastpitch rule changes, click here. Sherman youth sports association 75020002 site ql rules. The aps can also be used on defense only 9 defensive players in the field, but must keep the same position. If a team has 5 or more players from a higher classified team, they must petition to move down to the lower classification.
You will find the complete rules and regulations in the usssa rule book. If a coach violates this rule before the ball is pitched, he will be warned. Welcome to arizona usssa baseball arizonas number one. Middle and high school grades 7 thru 12 will consist of two eighteen minute halves and will use a regulation size basketball. Tiebreakers in which 3 three or more teams are tied, a. Current bats can improve with use, abuse, internal damage or by intentional altering and that improvement can exceed the bpf bat performance factor limit for bats set by usssa. Usssa has implemented new rules for the testing of baseball and softball bats before a manufacturer can license a bat with usssa. Eligibility rules for prospective players have changed several times during the. The losing coach may opt to ignore this rule at any time.
Viera, fl roger hockey, a former national military director with usssa, died tuesday at his home in arbustes, maryland. We will now include a provision for grade base participation. Texas pac sports baseball tournament rules and refund policy effective march 1, 2010 last amendment march 2016. With few exceptions determined by local tournament directors, florida usssa girls fastpitch will abide by the rules and bylaws governed by the 15th edition usssa rulebook. Throughout the official basketball rules, all references made to a player, coach. Softball rules and regulations usssa east maryland. Usssa basketball offers five divisions of play div i elite teams div ii competitive teams. Arkansas basketball rules effective november 1, 2016 the national high school federation rules and regulations nhsf will apply to all usssa games with the following exceptions. The 20152016 tournament rules for tournamentsruspac sports. All big barrel bats must carry the usssa bat stamp or will be deemed illegal for play. Usssa rules pool play tie breaker pool play tiebreaker order.
Please refer to 2010 usssa rule book located online at. Obr 2016 spanish national federation of state high school associations nfhs, or fed. Rules for usssa georgia youth fast pitch softball and usssa. Link is to portal where you can purchase print or e book versions. The playing field shall have a clear and unobstructed area within radius of the prescribed fence distances from home plate between the foul lines. Usssas mission is to be the most visibly recognized, technologically advanced, professionally represented sports organization in the world. Usssa michigan allows a special courtesy runner rule, effective immediately, may 7, 2016. Four out fielders must be 10 feet behind base path. Rule interpretations, 5800 stadium pkwy, melbourne, fl 32940 or. Usssa rule book view rule book team classifications. We would like to show you a description here but the site wont allow us. Nov 01, 2016 a player may qualify under the age exception rule if they have been advanced in grade due to academic excellence or parental preference.
The united states specialty sports association usssa is a volunteer, sports governing body and a 501c3 nonprofit organization based in viera, florida. You can bat 10 and the 10th batter is an eh extra hitter, the eh has free defensive substituion here are the line up rules from the usssa rule book. Utah sports association, utah usssa is a sofball company for fastpitch and slowpitch softball located in utah and idaho. Baseball rules and regulations usssa east maryland. We will achieve this success by an uncompromising commitment to meeting the needs of the teams, coaches, sponsors, park owners and fans. Usssa mourns the loss of slowpitch military program founder roger hockey. And to stock up on stylish team usa gear that you can wear all year round, visit the team usa shop. However, in 1998, usssa rebranded the name to united states specialty sports association, because it expanded into other sports, including youth girls fastpitch, boys. National basketball rules effective september 1, 2017 the national high school federation rules and regulations nhsf will apply to all usssa games with the following exceptions. Usssa doesnt have free substitution unless you are batting the full rostercontinuous line up. You can search for any player that has been added to an online usssa roster.
The online rulebook supersedes any printed edition. B1 hits a line drive which, after passing f3, strikes the umpire while the ball is over fair ground. It includes information on the usssa national rulebook, c and recallstar program rule exceptions, registration year, age eligibility, equipment and insurance. Penalty for breaking the 15point rule mentioned above is a warning for the first offense and an administrative technical foul for the second offense. The opportunity to have representation and input into the mrpa recreational sports commission, the 11member governing body of adult sports in minnesota. A player may qualify under the age exception rule if they have been advanced in grade due to academic excellence or parental preference. The usssa sanctions, creates, and promotes a variety of sports including softball, baseball, and basketball. An inning that is started before the 75 minute time limit expires must be completed.
The opportunity upon qualification to compete in the state tournament. Usssa bat rule change as some have heard and many have not, usssa has placed a new rule in regards to bats for the 2012 season. On his second offense, he will be removed from the pitching coach for the remainder of the game. Case book material in this edition is in shaded boxes and is labeled as comment. Tiebreakers in which two 2 teams are tied, head tohead competition between the teams will determine the winner. The usssa was established 50 years ago for the sole purpose of promoting the play of slowpitch softball and providing opportunities in league and tournament play at local. A vailable for all participants of softball including umpires, coaches, parents, players and. Coaches are encouraged to register for the classification that they think best fits their team.
The official rules maintained by major league baseball. View online, signup for alerts, or use the free app. The ultimate guide to ncaa nfhs asa usssa fast pitch softball rules martin, billy, malloy, tim, munch, allison, sadowski, ed, schiro, michael a. Roger started umpiring for slow pitch softball and holding umpire classes for usssa in howard county, maryland in 1978. This userinteractive application contains the complete version of the 2019 official rules of softball. If a coach violates this rule after the ball is pitched, then the obstruction will be called. Welcome to us amateur basketball florida create a team and join the movement today. The usssa state office reserves the right to adjust team classification at any time including during the season.
United states specialty sports association wikipedia. Coaches must sign book after game to be considered a complete game in league play. End of the season point champions in each age group will receive a prestigious award. Usssa offers programs and tournaments in baseball, basketball, fastpitch, flag football, golf, martial arts, lacrosse, soccer, slowpitch, and volleyball.