2010 nfhs softball rules book

Rules changes are identified by a shaded background. State rules interpreters may contact the nfhs for model rules interpretations. The national federation of high schools has adopted rules for numerous high school sports, including softball. Mary struckhoff indianapolis, in july 5, 2011 the use of altered or nonapproved bats in high school softball will draw an additional penalty for both players and coaches beginning with the 2012 season. According to their official rule book, obstruction is when a defensive player affects or prevents a. The nfhs provided a rule exception that allows pitchers and players on the team to control their hair. The coach, pitcher or catcher of the defensive team may request an intentional walk either before or during the pitch count. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. Nfhs high school rules revisions and interpretations for the years 20072020. Although the new pitching distance is mandatory beginning with the 2010 11 school year, nfhs member. A1 is injured and bench personnel are beckoned onto the court.

Montana high school association softball moa softball. Nfhs rules should contact the rules interpreter designated by his or her state high school association. Although the new pitching distance is mandatory beginning with the 201011 school year, nfhsmember state high school associations may adopt the 43feet distance in 200910, if desired. By state association adoption, the pitching distance in slow pitch softball. 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. The required date for the catchers helmet and mask. Ebooks are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased. Although the new pitching distance is mandatory beginning with the 2010 11 school year, nfhs member state high school associations may adopt the 43feet distance in 200910, if desired. Requires the runners lane to be drawn on the field and all associated rules apply batsgame rule 3. Any person having questions about the interpretation of nfhs wrestling rules should contact darin boysen at. A new pitching distance of 43 feet was one of four rules revisions made by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs softball rules committee at its annual meeting in indianapolis. They are made and published by the nfhs in response to situations presented. High school softball rules change enforces stricter penalty for illegal bats for immediate release contact. The nfhs rules book is provided to each member school sponsoring softball as a courtesy by the ohsaa.

Rules changes major editorial changes points of emphasis mechanics changes national federation of state high school associations nfhs softball take part. Nfhs 2010 football rules book roanoke county parks rec. E books are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on nfhs. If all runners including the batterrunner advance at least one base, balk is nullified, runners liable to be put out. Officials uniform clarifications 2019 mhsa staff contact. The nfhs softball rules book and the ohsaa softball regulations will serve as the official rules of softball. Softball offers a variety of rules to protect the players and maintain the integrity of the game. The play situations and comments are based on questions that have been raised in administering the many thousands of interscholastic games played each season. The purpose of this is to explain the change in verbiage in the nfhs softball rules book regarding the umpires recognition of a player exhibiting the signs, symptoms or behaviors consistent with a concussion and to. 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. Portion to go into the rules section and replace current language. 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.

Official nfhs softball signals signal toward pitcher a. 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. Pitching distance officially moves to 43 feet in softball. Featuring ncaa, nfhs, usssa and usa softball rule sets by billy martin, tim malloy, et al. These areas of concern are often cyclical, some areas need more attention than others, and that is why they might more. 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.

Any athlete who exhibits signs, symptoms, or behaviors consistent with a concussion such as loss of. Nfhs rules are used by educationbased and noneducationbased. 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. 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 national federation of state high school associations is the only source of official high school interpretations. Ejected players must watch the nfhs sportsmanship video. The home team is to wear the appropriate uniform as designated by the nfhs rule book for that sport. You must be a paid member of an nfhs member association coaches or fine arts or a state staff member to view this content. Although the new pitching distance is mandatory beginning with the 201011 school year, nfhsmember state high school associations may adopt the. Baseball national federation of state high school associations.

Nfhs serves its members by providing leadership for the. Recommended distance from foul line to nearest obstruction or dugoutbench should be minimum of 25 and maximum of 30 outfield fence arc of equal distance. No other model rules interpretations should be considered. If there is a balk to the base and the ball is thrown to a base, ball remains alive.

Nfhs sandy searcy named to usa softball board of directors. The purpose of this is to explain the change in verbiage in the nfhs softball rules book regarding the umpires. For more information on national sports rules changes, please visit. Softball rules information 2011 nfhs softball rules interpretations case book correction 2011 softball points of emphasis 2011 nfhs softball comments on the rules revisions 2011 softball rules press release 2011 nfhs softball rules changes 2010 nfhs softball rules interpretations more. All of the following statements about sliding are true except. Welcome to the diamond, the homepage for nfhs baseball officials information. 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. The new pitching distance was one of four rules revisions made by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs softball rules. The pages of this book are printed on 100 percent recycled paper. Click here to see the latest wrestling rules interpretations from the nfhs. 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. New definition for damaged bats highlights high school softball rul. December 2009 3 20092010 nfhs basketball rules interpretations continued from page 1 situation 4.

Rule change field and equipment rules 117, 2224, table 51, 511o media shall be prohibited from being in liveball areas. The nfhs makes the rules and case books for high school sports and activities available online in the publications library. The ultimate guide to ncaa nfhs asa usssa fast pitch softball rules by billy martin, tim malloy, et al. Baseballsoftball lineup sheets 100 sheets baseballsoftball scorebook.

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. The rules changes subsequently were approved by the nfhs board of directors. School associations nfhs softball rules committee at its annual meeting june 810 in indianapolis. The caption for figure 6 is incorrect in the rules book. National federation of state high school associations. Each state can set its own rules, but most typically apply the standard nfhs rules are no major differences between high.

The reason ny uses the usa rule book is because usa softball is the governing body for softball. Any athlete who exhibits signs, symptoms, or behaviors consistent with a. Home run right fist in the air, rotate counterclockwise. Modified the bat rule involving composite baseball bats effective 201011 school. Ejected coaches must view the nfhs teaching and modeling behavior video. The nfhs baseball rules committee meets annually to discuss rules change proposals, editorial changes and points of emphasis to the baseball rules book. Throughout the country our umpires ask about rules and plays that come up. Since the pitch was ball four the batter has now completed her turn at bat and should be awarded first base and r1 should be awarded second base one base from the time of the pitch since it was a pitched ball. We encourage you to work with your member state association and submit a rules change proposal form. 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.

Nfhs wrestling rules each state high school association adopting nfhs wrestling rules is the sole and exclusive source of binding rules interpretations for contests involving its member schools. Fastpitch softball is the fifth most popular girls high school sport, according to. Take a moment to check your knowledge of how you would make the call. The nfhs is the sole and exclusive source of model interpretations of nfhs rules. According to the 201011 nfhs athletics participation survey, softball is the fourthmost popular sport for girls at the high school level, with. 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. Piaa softball information such as news, announcements, season schedule, documents, and travel information can be found here. Officials shall master both the rules of the game and the mechanics necessary to enforce. The ohsaa may have modified some nfhs rules so that they are in alignment with ohsaa sports regulations. Time outfoulball dead ball verbally calls play ball verbally calls time, foul ball or dead ball d. Tournament rules and guidelines for all divisions of little league softball. Rules changes 2019 nfhs volleyball rules change power point contrasting uniform pp. For more information on national sports rules changes, please visit nonapproved bats as of 5.

Latest wrestling rules interpretations from the nfhs. January, 2010 1 national federation of state high school associations nfhs softball 2010 take part. The umpire rules that r1 is awarded second base and b2 is awarded first base. Female or male fast pitch female slow pitch male slow pitch recommended 60foot skinned infield 185235 250275 275300 dia. 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. Pitching distance officially moves to 43 feet in softball for. Nfhs softball rules committee at its annual meeting june 810 in indianapolis. Instituted concussion language that is consistent with all nfhs rules books and. Although the new pitching distance is mandatory beginning with the 201011 school year, nfhsmember. Modified the bat rule involving composite baseball bats effective 201011 school year. Moa softball page click here to view the entire page. Nfhsll rules differences 2010 northern coast officials. Wyoming high school activities association officially approves soft. Recommended distance from foul line to nearest obstruction or dugoutbench should be minimum of 25 and maximum of 30 outfield fence arc of equal distance all fields recommended outfield fence distances.

The offender must write a written summary of the events which led to the ejection with the state office. 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. Ncaa softball rules book, including a complete reorganization only those. Searchable highlight areas of interest make notes easy navigation adjustable viewing size. Baseball softball lineup sheets 100 sheets baseball softball scorebook. Any person having questions about the interpretation of nfhs wrestling rules should contact darin boysen at the nsaa office. From illegal pitches to pitching dimensions to equipment specifications, nfhs rules are established and. National federation of state high school associations softball.