Completely updated for 1999, this is the official rule book used by major league umpires as well as other professional and amateur baseball organizations. Jan 21, 2020 to download or print a copy of the georgia usssa baseball official rules, edition. Welcome to the diamond, the homepage for nfhs baseball officials information. Teams can play up in age and down in class for any weekend event. A hard copy of major league rules may be purchased by clicking here. No wording or language was changed other than the 2015 amendments. Searchable highlight areas of interest make notes desktop laptop availability easy navigation adjustable viewing size. If a player or coach is ejected from a game, he will be asked to leave the field immediately and remain off site for the remainder of the game. National federation of state high school associations. Provide the highest possible athletic experience for every participant through an uncompromising commitment to excellence in sports administration. Official baseball rules sporting news, sporting news staff. The phrase, meets nocsae standard at the time of manufacture 171.
The official rules of baseball illustrated is required reading for anyone who wants to know the game welland for the millions of fans who want to know it better. When an arbiter is needed to settle disputes regarding baseball rules, this is the book to consult. Ncaa publications 2015 and 2016 baseball rule book due. In the official rules of baseball illustrated, david nemec relates the history of the rules, explores how the rules have changed and why, and relates some of the most memorable episodes in baseball in which the rules have played a central role. The exterior warning label may be affixedor embossed at the time of manufacture. Clarified how a courtesy runner is used in a specific scenario. Clarified the compliant type of surface for batting helmets and reaffirmed that batting helmets shall meet the nocsae standard. The batting helmet shall not have a glare or mirrorlike surface. This revision to rule 331 was one of five changes recommended by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs baseball rules committee at its june 810 meeting in. Clarified the rules for followthrough interference by the batter. This will only apply to u events and teams playing in u events. Name institution term expiration jim carone wagner college aug.
A a team with a player found to be illegal due to age, grade or class violation, anytime during the usssa event, will be deemed ineligible. Starting with advanced technology, the nations baseball website features the most complete roster system and team classification system in the country. Effective january 1st 2020, all u events and all teams in u events must use a maximum drop 8 8 bat with the official usssa 1. 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. Texas pac sports baseball tournament rules and refund policy. To download or print a copy of the georgia usssa baseball official rules, edition. Clarified the rules for backswing interference by the batter. Additional playing rules not found in usssa rule book. A maximum of drop 8 8 will be the new bat restriction for the u age group. To include all participants, both male and female sexes. Rule interpretations, 5800 stadium pkwy, melbourne, fl 32940 or email.
A must have for any parent with a child playing little league baseball. Although the editorial changes are minor, it is the rules committees intent to inform umpires, coaches. Players will play in their age groups according to their birth dates as indicated below. Refer to constitution, bylaws, and rules of eligibility for regulations related to age, residence, scholarship, amateur status, etc. In support of the worldwide effort to keep our communities safe, our online store will remain open, but orders will be shipped on a weekly basis beginning may 11th, 2020. There is also an e book version availalbe for purchase. 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, state. Starting january 1, 2020, our u division will have a new bat limit. A prior to being qualified frozen to an official online roster age divisions 4u 14u only. May 1st, 2015 will be the designated date to determine age. Deleted the restriction of using video monitoring and replay equipment. About the author david nemec is the author of over twentyfive baseball books and novels.
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 school associations writes playing rules for varsity competition. Indianapolis, in july 6, 2011 rules changes approved by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs baseball rules committee will place more responsibility on coaches. Beginning january 1, 2012 all bats not made of a single piece of wood shall meet the batted ball coefficient of. All games will be played under federation rules game balls for tournaments will be provided by elite baseball. Apple, android and kindle users can buy ebooks from and view them through the kindle app. Teams compete in metro, select, elite and premier, leagues and tournaments around the nation with opportunities to attend world series events in the most. Last updated 8152018 nations baseball refers to the official rules of major league baseball for any items not specifically addressed in the nations baseball rules.
We know you will find the information useful and use the resources to stay informed. Pitch softball, the gsl slow pitch softball rule book, directives, and policies as issued from the associations national headquarters. The barrel of the minusthree bat is to be 2 58 inches. Beginning with the 2015 high school baseball season, teams will be allowed to use video monitoring or replay equipment for coaching purposes during games. Please contact the osaa office if you have specific questions regarding any portion of the osaa handbook throughout the long history of the osaa one statement has remained true. Each book contains diagrams of playing areas, official signals, and official interpretations and rulings. This information is being included for historical purposes.
Ncaa softball rules book, including a complete reorganization only those changes that. No tobacco products are to be used by coaches or parents. The team will be disqualified and put in last place. Clarified the distinction between followthrough interference and backswing interference. The catchers helmet shall not have a glare or mirrorlike surface. Feb 26, 2016 new baseball rules take on rolling slides and neighborhood plays the dodgers chase utley broke mets shortstop ruben tejadas leg while trying to break up a double play in last years. This rule book is produced as a condensed reference guide for the officials and is not all inclusive. The two biggest changes to the rules include, more paceof. Handbook and rules schaumburg athletic association.
New baseball rules take on rolling slides and neighborhood plays the dodgers chase utley broke mets shortstop ruben tejadas leg while trying to break up a double play in last years. Basically, the case book interprets or elaborates on the basic rules and in. Added the appropriate penalty for backswing interference. Teams can play up in age and down in one class for super nits, state level 2 events and global state. Any inning started prior to the 1 hour and 50 minute time mark will have to be completed for tie breaker purposes.
Baseballsoftball lineup sheets 100 sheets baseballsoftball scorebook. Its nice to be able to look up rules and challenge calls if necessary. Nations baseball rules click here to view the official nations baseball rules. New baseball rules take on rolling slides and neighborhood. American legion baseball rule book free pdf download. On thursday morning major league baseball, and the major league baseball players association announced new rules for the 2016 season. The current saa rules for the next two years and from the past used bats with usssa stamps. Program age before may 1 tee ball 46 rookie 78 minor 910. Electronic versions of the nfhs baseball rules and case book are now available for purchase as ebooks. Baseball national federation of state high school associations.
Officials should reference the national usssa rule book. New changes in 2015 legion baseball rule book the american. 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. Mercy rules 15 runs after 3rd inning, 10 runs after 4 innings, 8 runs after 5 innings. No new inning will start after 1 hour 50 minute except for the championship game. The following are editorial changes to the playing rules. The osaa handbook can be revised during the year by the executive board or delegate assembly. 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 school associations writes playing rules for. The runner at first base takes a big lead and the catcher makes a pickoff throw. Use of the word he in this publication is intended to include both the.
The 2015 american legion baseball rule book is currently in the process of being sent to all state department baseball chairmen to distribute to coaches. Spring 2020 baseball boys baseball b oys season regulations rules in this section are specific for sport involved. The catcher shall wear a catchers helmetthat meets the nocsae standard at the time of manufacture. The playing rules committee, at its december 1977 meeting, voted to incorporate the notescase bookcomments section directly into the official baseball rules at the appropriate places. Click here for the original 2012 baseball rule changes press release. Part i rules that apply to all divisions kirkwood athletic. An american legion baseball authenticating logo is recommended on all baseballs used in regular season and required for all postseason competition. The home team is required to keep the official score book and.
Each year, we try to make modifications in the language to make the rules more clear and to reflect changes in national rules. Ncaa baseball rules committee the chart below lists the members of the committee who voted on and approved the rules included in this edition of the book. Nations baseball was formed to bring together the best elements in youth baseball today. Throughout the text of this 2015 edition, each rule. Please refer to the nfhs rule book for suggested speedup rules. The 20152016 tournament rules for tournamentsruspac sports. Recodified, reorganized, and amended for 2015 baseball rules. Official fastpitch playing rules and bylaws fifteenth edition p. Page 47, 514 should read after a deadball situation, the ball becomes live when the umpire calls andor signals play ball. Nations baseball the premiere baseball organization. Major league baseball major league rules will apply. Pdf versions also available in spanish and chinese. The myasgopher state baseball programs have adopted the usssa baseball bat performance standards. High school associations 2019 nfhs baseball rules powerpoint b.
Elliot hopkins, mld, caa director of sports, sanctioning and student services. Official baseball rules sporting news, sporting news. Upper chesapeake recreation baseball league ucrbl rule book i. Baseball north carolina high school athletic association. Program guidelines registration a copy of a players birth certificate will be required for any players first year of play. All players participating in any indiana usssa baseball tournament play shall.
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