Major rule differences nfhs, ncaa, and usa softball softball comments on the rules 2020. 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. Softball offers a variety of rules to protect the players and maintain the integrity of the game. Page 11 rule 11 2010 nfhs football rules rule 1 the game, field, players and equipment section 1 the game art. Nfhsll rules differences 2010 northern coast officials. Nfhs 2010 football rules book roanoke county parks rec. Ejected players must watch the nfhs sportsmanship video.
Portion to go into the rules section and replace current language. E books are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on nfhs. Nfhs high school rules revisions and interpretations for the years 20072020. Nfhs rulebooks categories 2020 baseball rules book price. The reason ny uses the usa rule book is because usa softball is the governing body for softball. Nfhs rules game preliminaries safety rules pitching rules batter and dh rules substitution rules courtesy runner defensive conferences visits obstruction a free powerpoint ppt presentation displayed as a flash slide show on id. Elliot hopkins, mld, caa, 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. You must be a paid member of an nfhs member association coaches or fine arts or a state staff member to view this content.
Neither the pitcher nor the catcher will be required to leave the game under such circumstances. National federation of state high school associations softball. Jan 27, 2020 the usa softball rule book is only available when you purchase the app, or register as a usa umpire, then you should be given a 2020 rule book. Anyone using nfhs rules should have already played an entire season 2009 using the new bunt rule. Rule clarifications and plays welcome to the rule clarifications and plays umpire page. Apr 28, 2010 rule 8, section 9 nfhs rule book article 1 the team at bat may use a courtesy runner for the pitcher andor catcher at any time. Series of downs, number of down and team possessions after penalty rule 6. If it makes a difference, she was the starting pitcher for the game. The home team is to wear the appropriate uniform as designated by the nfhs rule book for that sport. By state association adoption, the pitching distance in slow pitch softball when using a. Other prerequisites including the points just described, following are 10 prerequisites which will go a long way toward helping every umpire gain the respect and confidence heshe. The national federation of state high school associations is the only source of official high school interpretations.
Softball flexdp chart softball points of emphasis 2020. Review new rules have a rules book, case book and umpires manual available for. The new pitching distance was one of four rules revisions made by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs softball rules committee at its. Softball and baseball are different games and the requirements for a pitcher to be credited with a win should reflect those differences, struckhoff said. Take a moment to check your knowledge of how you would make the call. The play situations and comments are based on questions that have been raised in administering the many thousands of interscholastic games played each season. Foreword page 22011 nfhs softball case foreword this softball case book is based on the 2010 nfhs softball rules as adopted by the national federation of state high school associations. If so here is the relevant rule to look at for nfhs softball rev 2010, bc do not have 2011 handy, but suspect same i would interpret this to mean if of legal dimensions for a first baseman, any fielder can use. Rule 8, section 9 nfhs rule book article 1 the team at bat may use a courtesy runner for the pitcher andor catcher at any time. Indianapolis, in july 7, 2009 effective with the 201011 school year, the pitching distance for high school varsity softball pitchers will increase from 40 feet to 43 feet.
It is the policy of the nfhs basketball rules committee that there be no deviation from the rules unless experimental approval has been granted by. Below is a listing of the e books currently available for purchase. For your convenience, nfhs offers rules and case books in multiple formats. This rules change has been considered by the nfhs softball rules committee for the past ten years. From this page you can access the monthly files intended to sharpen your skills as a usa softball umpire. Nfhs summer meeting to be held virtually this year risk minimization, modified instant replay headline 202021 high sc. Substituting coaching bench and field conduct charged conferences rule 4. Despite loss of handshakes, sportsmanship will continue in high sch.
Indianapolis, in july 7, 2009courtesy nfhs effective with the 201011 school year, the pitching distance for high school varsity softball pitchers will increase from 40 feet to 43 feet. Jan 18, 2010 2020 nfhs softball rules changes duration. We encourage you to work with your member state association and submit a rules change proposal form. If all runners including the batterrunner advance at least one base, balk is nullified, runners liable to be put out. This softball manual is intended as a guide to assist with the coaching, officiating, and administration of interscholastic softball. Dead ball suspension of play dead ball tables rule 6. For more information on national sports rules changes, please visit nonapproved bats as of 5. The offender must write a written summary of the events which led to the ejection with the state office. It is the object of the game for one team to carry or pass the ball across the opponents goal line or to kick the ball through the opponents goal by a place kick or drop kick. If there is a balk to the base and the ball is thrown to a base, ball remains alive. Modified the bat rule involving composite baseball bats effective 201011 school year and defining the. Nfhs softball rules committee at its annual meeting june 810 in indianapolis. But the dpflex rule with the dp rule you can do everything you did with the dh rule plus a whole lot more. Any athlete who exhibits signs, symptoms, or behaviors consistent with a concussion such as loss of.
Softball rules change creates penalty for incorrect lineup. The amazon versions can be downloaded and used on apple or android devices with the kindle app. The nfhs softball rules committee meets annually in june to discuss rules change proposals, editorial changes and points of emphasis for the following season. Included in this manual are the sports regulations for softball as adopted by the ohsaa board of directors, and the nfhs rule changes and points of emphasis. High school softball rules changes focus on intentional walks, equi. Mary struckhoff, nfhs assistant director and liaison to the softball rules committee, said the penalty was added to rule 3 in an attempt to diminish some of the ingame confusion about. Baseballsoftball sort by featured best selling alphabetically, az alphabetically, za price, low to high price, high to low date, new to old date, old to new filters. Nfhs rules are used by educationbased and noneducationbased. If additional information is made available, allow a legally batted ball declared foul to be changed when it is a dead ball award. This change to allow intentional walks was enacted to align fast pitch. 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. If you have a rules proposal you would like the committee to consider, youre encouraged to work with your member state association if they find merit in your proposal, they will. We believe you will find the information useful and utilize the resources to stay informed. It is our intention to continually update, and we encourage you to visit the diamond frequently for updates and new information the nfhs baseball rules committee meets annually to discuss rules change proposals.
We know you will find the information useful and use the resources to stay informed. Although the new pitching distance is mandatory beginning with the 2010 11 school year, nfhs member. Indianapolis, in june 28, 2010 one of three new rules changes by the. Nfhs serves its members by providing leadership for the administration of educationbased high school athletics and activities through the writing of playing rules that emphasize health and safety, educational programs that develop leaders, and administrative support to increase participation opportunities and promote sportsmanship. Click here for the 2019 nfhs softball points of emphasis. The rules changes subsequently were approved by the nfhs board of directors. National federation of state high school associations nfhs softball rules. Welcome to the diamond, the homepage for nfhs baseball officials information. Rule 152a a softball bat is permitted to have an adjustable knob, provided the knob is permanently. Any athlete who exhibits signs, symptoms, or behaviors consistent with a concussion such as loss of consciousness, headache, dizziness, confusion, or balance problems shall be immediately removed from the. The nfhs makes the rules and case books for high school sports and activities available online in the publications library. Searchable highlight areas of interest make notes easy navigation adjustable viewing size.
Add the word not in the last sentence as noted below. Although the new pitching distance is mandatory beginning with the 201011 school year, nfhsmember. You mean it was changed last year for use in the 2010 book. According to their official rule book, obstruction is when a defensive player. The new pitching distance was one of four rules revisions made by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs softball rules.
Softballrulespowerpoint2017 north carolina high school. Rules changes major editorial changes points of emphasis mechanics changes national federation of state high school associations nfhs softball take part. The coach, pitcher or catcher of the defensive team may request an intentional walk either before or during the pitch count. Ppt nfhs rules powerpoint presentation free to download. Welcome to home plate, the homepage for nfhs softball officials information. National federation of state high school associations. Other prerequisites including the points just described, following are 10 prerequisites which. Indianapolis, in july 7, 2010 one of six new rules changes by the. Rules books and case books available as ebooks nfhs. The usa softball rule book is only available when you purchase the app, or register as a usa umpire, then you should be given a 2020 rule book. Gardner, publisher theresia 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 varsity competition among.
It is our intention to continually update this site, and we encourage you to visit home plate frequently for new and valuable information the nfhs softball rules committee meets annually in june to discuss rules change. The new pitching distance was one of four rules revisions made by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs softball rules committee at its annual meeting june 810 in indianapolis. Indianapolis, in july 20, 2010 the national federation of state high school associations nfhs, in a ruling by its board of directors, announced today that waivers or modifications of the recent ban on composite bats in high school baseball may be considered in certain circumstances. Rule change field and equipment rules 117, 2224, table 51, 511o media shall be prohibited from being in liveball areas. The nfhs baseball rules committee meets annually to discuss rules change proposals, editorial changes and points of emphasis to the baseball rules book. School associations nfhs softball rules committee at its annual meeting june 810 in indianapolis. The plate umpire told her she couldnt play with the eye black like that on her face and she had to go remove the part that extended down her cheeks. For more information on national sports rules changes, please visit. Ejected coaches must view the nfhs teaching and modeling behavior video. January, 2010 1 national federation of state high school associations nfhs softball 2010 take part. They are made and published by the nfhs in response to situations presented. Gardner, publisher bob colgate, 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 varsity competition among studentathletes of high. Throughout the country our umpires ask about rules and plays that come up.
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