District softball tournament seeding information due to district hosts 1a saturday, april 25, 2020. Adopt rule 121 note, authorizing the optional use of the double first base. Language requiring the taper to be of a solid surface has been removed. Softball rules mississippi high school activities association. The device alters the manufactures design of the shoe 185. Neighboring states keeping eyes on wyomings slow embrace of softball. Rule change permissible items on balls rule 1h new the ball may contain only the following permissible items. We encourage you to work with your member state association and submit a rules change proposal form. Supported 2017 nfhs softball rules book download ebook. The nfhs baseball rules committee and the nfhs board of directors believes there are areas of the game of interscholastic baseball that need to be addressed and given special attention.
National federation of state high school associations nfhs, or fed. 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. Major rule differences nfhs, ncaa, and usa softball. Nfhs softballs pitching rule supports a wide range of pitching styles by allowing a pitcher to start with both feet on the pitchers plate, one foot on. Equipment all equipment notwithstanding the foregoing, usa softball reserves the right to withhold or withdraw approval of any equipment which, in usa softball s sole determination, significantly changes the character of the game, affects the safety of. Playing rules differences usa softball ncaa nfhs page 9 of 49 usasoftball. Softball umpiring home plate sup website at sup arbitersports com protests must be filed using the protest form also located on the sup website the ncaa softball case book should be used as a supplemental resource when reading and understanding these rules the case book is on the sup. New definition for damaged bats highlights high school softball rules changes. Nfhs sandy searcy named to usa softball board of directors.
Link is to portal where you can purchase print or ebook versions. These areas of concern are often cyclical, some areas need more attention than others, and that is why they might more. By state association adoption, the pitching distance in slow pitch softball when using a 12inch ball shall be. Nfhs softball rules 2019 nfhs softball rules book pdf nfhs softball rule book 2019 2019 nfhs softball rule book 2019 nfhs softball rule book pdf 2019 nfhs softball rules book nfhs 2019 softball rule book nfhs. 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. The referee has authority to rule promptly, and in the spirit of good sportsmanship, on any situation not specifically covered in the rules. Nfhs high school rules revisions and interpretations for the years 20072020. Rule 2 contains general information and safety rules that apply to all spirit groups. Umpire mechanics 2007 2019 nfhs softball rules ppt.
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. How well do you know the nfhs rules for high school sports. Add the word not in the last sentence as noted below. Playing rules differences usa softballncaanfhs page 9 of 49 usasoftball. Modify rule 339 concussion rule, to clarify that an appropriate healthcare professional is a licensed physician of medicine or osteopathic medicine md or do. You must be a paid member of an nfhs member association coaches or fine arts or a state staff member to view this content. New rules andor changes are bolded and italicized in each section. Nfhs football rule book 2017 pdf, the book thief special anniversary edition, this rules book has been ed by the national federation of state saction 5 are. Rule 152a a softball bat is permitted to have an adjustable knob, provided the knob is permanently. Nfhs rules allows official nfhs rule questions to be sent directly to your mobile device allowing you to challenge your rule knowledge and keep you aware of different situations for your chosen sports. 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 rules committee welcomes four new members.
National federation of state high school associations. National fastpitch softball coach of the year 2017. 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. 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.
An inner sole shaped device that is attached to the front sole of a softball shoe to extend the toe of the shoe does not comply with the nfhs softball rules. Equipment all equipment notwithstanding the foregoing, usa softball reserves the right to withhold or withdraw approval of any equipment which, in usa softballs sole determination, significantly changes the character of the game, affects the safety of. Materials inside the bat or treatmentsdevices used to alter the bat specifications andor enhance performance are prohibited and render the bat illegal. Softballrulespowerpoint2017 north carolina high school. Elliot hopkins, mld, caa, editor nfhs publications to maintain the sound traditions of this sport, encourage sportsmanship. Softball rules changes 2017 by nfhs on september 28, 2016 softball. Aware download 2017 nfhs softball case book ebook pdf.
Review the softball section in the 201718 wiaa handbook. The nfhs baseball rules committee meets annually to discuss rules change proposals, editorial changes and points of emphasis to the baseball rules book. The nfhs makes the rules and case books for high school sports and activities available online in the publications library. A softball field contains an infield diamond and an. For your convenience, nfhs offers rules and case books in multiple formats. They are made and published by the nfhs in response to situations presented. The taper is the transition area which connects the narrower handle to the wider barrel portion of the bat. The referees decisions are final in all matters pertaining to the game.
The national federation of state high school associations is the only source of official high school interpretations. The rear tip of home plate and the front edge of the pitchers plate shall be 46 feet for males or females playing slow pitch softball when using the. Rule 1 contains definitions of terms that are used throughout the rules book. Softball nonapproved bat list with asa certification marks january 06, 2017. Review the 201718 softball bound for state regulations.
Elliot hopkins, mld, caa director of sports, sanctioning and student services. Contains the official rules for softball and are designed to. Using the nfhs rules app you will be able to find out. Searchable highlight areas of interest make notes desktop laptop availability. Bases shall be 60 feet apart for games using a 12inch ball.