The nafa open world series will be using the same bat regulations as the asa. No other hotel agency can be used for a tournament at berliner sports park and you cannot book hotels independently. You can find local and regional tournaments to play in. They are made and published by the nfhs in response to situations presented. On august 1st, 2007 the rocky mountain fastpitch association officially merged with nafa.
Table of contents contacts 2 general rules and guidelines 5 definitions 6 slow pitch general playing rules 14 1. Dead ball ball in play 33 womens division 35 coed 36 black american 38. If the ball is not dead in fast pitch, each runner may leave her base when the pitcher no longer has. Basically, the case book interprets or elaborates on the basic rules and in essence have the same effect as rules when applied to particular sections for. We are a very successful fastpitch organization that is the fastest growing fastpitch association in north america. Rules changes are identified by a shaded background. We anticipate there will be minimal opportunities to qualify for our midwest nafa nationals and our northern nafa nationals, and are willing to provide atlarge berths to teams that want to participate in both national tournaments. These rules govern the size and makeup of teams, the equipment used, the playing fields and game play.
Complete details on the tournament are at this is your official invitation to the. Open to any team sanctioned usa softball, usssa, pony, triple crown, nafa, aau, afa, usfa or. Guidelines for establishing quality systems in veterinary diagnostic testing laboratories report of an joint faoiaea consultants meetingworkshop organized by the joint faoiaea division of nuclear techniques in food and agriculture, faoiaea agriculture and biotechnology laboratory and department for technical cooperation. Benjie hedgecock, nafa executive director, loren lathrop, nafa vice president, jon kegel, nafa vice president, carley parish, nafa umpireinchief, robert hernandez, tournament director, mike watson, tournament director, mike clark, tournament director. North american all sanctioned world series fastpitch showdowns. Wynns, editor nfhs publications to maintain the sound traditions of this sport, encourage sportsmanship and minimize the inherent risk of injury, the national federation of state high school associations writes playing rules for. Page 882016 nfhs softball rules official nfhs softball signals signal toward pitcher verbally calls play ball verbally calls time, foul ball or dead ball fist to hammer at 90 degrees right hand in the air, rotate counterclockwise first two fingers in the air extend left arm out, fist with palm down or out verbally.
Softball guide and playing rules to the best of my ability. The uic and 1 of the others listed above must hear. Once the umpire verifies that the coach is correct, the player is out and the player and head coach are ejected. Get adobe flash player its possible to view a simplified version of the book on any. North american fastpitch association northern nationals. Subscribe now and youll receive notifications when new episodes are released. Guidelines for establishing quality systems in veterinary. North american fastpitch association rules of softball. Official playing rules can be found at all updates or corrections can be found there as this book is only a. Committee shall have a policy and procedures manual or information data to be used by state and or area directors.
Well be in touch with news, updates, and ways you can help the team. If you are looking more indepth rules, look for specific league rule books, which can be. A passed ball is a pitch which the catcher fails to stop or control with ordinary effort and which enables a runner to advance. We have already seen all of the college level spring sports wiped out. We strongly encourage you set up a team block at a participating hotel as soon as possible as rooms fill fast.
The weight, distribution of weight, or length of the bat must be permanently fixed at the. This provides the general rules, but may not have the latest update of rules for the nafa. Training facility for softball pitching and hitting. Participating teams 2007 north american fastpitch association all rights reserved. Pick here for general table of contents pick here for playing rules table of contents. According to the asa fastpitch softball rule book, the look back rule specifies that when the pitcher has control of the ball inside the pitchers circle and does not attempt to make a play on any runner, then all runners who are on base must stay on the base. The official bat for usa softball championship play must meet all the usa softball specifications and the requirements of rule 3, section 1, and. Wherever he or him or their related pronouns may appear in this rule book either as words or as parts of. We strongly recommend you book your reduced rate team hotel rooms soon.
Call 8888521115 at 10pm wednesday, thursday and friday night, 6. The third priority is the nafa rule book for any item not specifically covered in these rule exceptions and not ruled on by the tournament committee. On the other hand, any runner off the base must either go back to the previous base or. No tie breakers, no time limits in the regular world series. The work that the rocky mountain fastpitch association has done developing the wood bat events in the rocky. This provides the general rules, but may not have the latest update of rules for the nafa youth 8u to 18u. Pick here for general table of contents pick here for playing. We do not want you to miss out in participating in the best girls fastpitch end of season tournament on the west coast. The coach, pitcher or catcher of the defensive team may request an intentional walk either before or during the pitch count. Wherever he or him or their related pronouns may appear in this rule book either as words or as parts of words, they have been used for literary purposes and are meant in their generic sense i. This rule book is designed with the knowledge that we provide a printed. No part of this book may be reproduced or utilized in any form. This rule book is designed with the knowledge that we provide a printed copy of the rules.
With few exceptions, ct usssa fastpitch will abide by the rules and bylaws governed by the usssa fastpitch rulebook. This online rule book is designed with the knowledge that we provide a printed copy of the rules with registrations each year. Featuring ncaa, nfhs, usssa and usa softball rule sets. Rules 611 penalty, exception 2 as before under the rules, if the batter does not reach first base safely or any base runner fails to advance at least one base, the coach of the team at bat shall have. Nafa national air filtration association clean air. From this page you can access the monthly files intended to sharpen your skills as a usa softball umpire. These rules ensure consistency from team to team and across all leagues, ensuring that the game is fair and consistent wherever it is played. Interest and participation in flyball has soared since its beginning and is now enjoyed throughout north america.
No part of this book may be reproduced or utilized in any form or. American fastpitch association rules of softball the american fastpitch association afa gratefully acknowledges the ncaas generosity in affording the afa permission to adopt, edit. Nfhs offers rules and case books in multiple formats. For inclement weather, time limits may be shortened at the directors discretion. This website is powered by the sportsengine platform, but is owned by and subject to the sports nation privacy policy. Teams will need to be registered to participate in nafa sanctioned events.
North american fastpitch association illinois teams. Softball rules committee welcomes four new members. The nafa rules and policies document consists of the rules of. Athleticsvolleyballuniforms checklist for participating. Benjie hedgecock, nafa executive director, loren lathrop, nafa vice president, jon kegel, nafa vice president, carley parish, nafa umpireinchief, mike clark, host committee, robert hernandez, raccoon river tournament director, mike watson, des moines complex tournament director. One coach can have in his possession in the coachs box, a score book, pen or pencil and an indicator, all of which shall be used for score keeping. Accept the decision of the umpires and my team manager in good sportsmanship. Requires the runners lane to be drawn on the field and all associated rules apply batsgame rule 3. Open to any team sanctioned usa softball, usssa, pony, triple crown, nafa, aau, afa. This book may not be copied or otherwise reproduced in whole or in part without advance written permission of senior softballusa, llc. That may seem like a simple question but the answers will vary. Nafa and the rmfpa are pleased to announce this merger which takes effect today. Like most softball sanctioning bodies the rules of usssa play are virtually identical to pony, asa and other organizations. To standardize the rules, keep records of tournaments, and guide the development of flyball racing, the north american flyball association, inc.
International softball federation is strictly prohibited. The north american fastpitch association organizes nafa world series, the largest. Nafa has made every effort to ensure your teams trip to the twin cities to attend our nafa northern nationals tournaments are as simplified and economic as possible. Dec 11, 2018 the amateur softball association determines the rules for fastpitch softball in the united states. Girls fastpitch softball rules girls fastpitch softball.
Neighboring states keeping eyes on wyomings slow embrace of softball. This rule book is designed with the knowledge that we provide a printed copy of the rules with registrations each year. The appendices and effects form part of the rule s in which they are cited and have the same force and effect as the rule itself. In the third inning, the visiting coach comes out of the dugout and says that a bat being used by a home team player is on the usa softball nonapproved bat list with asa certification marks. Rule change pitching rules 611 penalty, exception 2 as before under the rules, if the batter does not reach first base safely or any base runner fails to advance at least one base, the coach of the team at bat shall have. Final rules will be in the coachs packet which must picked up at registration at the. Nafa nonappproved bat list with certification marks bats prior to 2000 that have never been banned and were legal and have remained legal and are not titanium are allowed. And to stock up on stylish team usa gear that you can wear all year round, visit the team usa shop. 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. The north american fastpitch association is constantly updating the rules of fastpitch.
Nafa nonappproved bat list with certification marks. The third priority is the nafa official rules of softball for any item not specifically covered in these rule exceptions and not ruled on by the tournament committee. Intentional walk base on balls a request made to the umpire by the. If you are interested in purchasing a rulebook, please contact your provincialterritorial office. This website is powered by the sportsengine platform, but is owned by and subject to the minnesota metro fastpitch league privacy policy. Designated player dp flexible player flex rule explained. Copyright 2007 all rights reserved north american fastpitch association. Roster, dp, ep or flex all options in bracket play, games are 70 minutes.
The rulebook provides the slopitch and fast pitch rules, as well as softball canadas constitution and bylaws, and special operating rules sors for the upcoming season. Check out our new online hotel reservation tool for you to book a room or setup a team block. The fastpitch field diagram base and pitching measurement 60 bases. While there are some common fastpitch rules the specifics will differ greatly depending on what type of softball league or tournament you are playing in. The table of contents, where rules are found, and the index, a keyword and subject matter indicator to the rules, are for reference and do not form part of the rules. On a decision regarding a checked swing, when asked by the catcher. Due to our success many directors from multiple fastpitch groups have joined our group giving us an even greater presence throughout north america.
The nafa rules and policies document consists of the rules of racing, the corporate policies and procedures, and nafa bylaws for flyball racing at nafa sanctioned tournaments. We would like to show you a description here but the site wont allow us. E books are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on. Nafa has made every effort to ensure your teams trip to the twin cities to attend our nafa nationals tournaments are as simplified and economic as possible. The online rulebook supersedes any printed edition.
Nafa playing rules north american fastpitch association. Designated player dp flexible player flex rule explained heres where it can get tricky if you are not careful with your line up card management and knowledge of the substitute and reentry rule 7 you can bring the flex player into the game to bat or run for the dp if you like. The online rule book supersedes the printed edition there are no other rule books that govern usssa fastpitch. April 2nd updateas we promised you updates as the coronovirus pandemic unfolded, nafa northwest will suspend tournaments until the may 23 weekend in accordance with state and federal guidelines. Nafa is the players choice april 2nd updateas we promised you updates as the coronovirus pandemic unfolded, nafa northwest will suspend tournaments until the may 23 weekend in accordance with state and federal guidelines. 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. Every two years, softball canada publishes a revised version of its official rulebook, which is distributed to all new umpires and sold to the general public through softball canadas provincialterritorial association offices. Nafa will share interviews, presentations by the most influential people in the air filtration industry. The national federation of state high school associations is the only source of official high school interpretations. The wbsc disclaims and does not accept responsibility for defects or noncompliance of facilities or.
Wisconsin chapter of the north american fastpitch association. Any reprinting of the official rules without the expressed written consent of the international softball federation is strictly prohibited. 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. Nafa is the worlds premier notforprofit association for professionals who manage fleets of sedans, law enforcement vehicles, trucks, and buses of all types and sizes, and a wide range of military and offroad equipment for organizations across the globe. The official bat, made up of the knob, handle, grip, taper, barrel and end cap shall be free of burs, dents cracks, sharp edges, rattles and show no signs of excessive wear. It features rules for fast pitch, slow pitch, and modified softball, as well as rules for arena and wheelchair softball.
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