Nfhs softball rule book 2017

Field dimensions mandated field distances will be as follows. Playing rules differences usa softballncaanfhs page 9 of 49 usasoftball. Jul 07, 2017 indianapolis, in june 30, 2017 the national federation of state high school associations nfhs softball rules committee approved an addition to rule 2 about intentional walks and three additions to rule 3 regarding uniforms and equipment at its june 1214 meeting in indianapolis. National federation of state high school associations. Any person having questions about the interpretation of nfhs softball rules should contact. I missed this question on the nfhs 2017 part 1 test. The national federation of state high school associations is the only source of official high school interpretations. View full blue book table of contents cardinal athletic principles code of ethics prefacecif southern section office administrative and general.

Supported 2017 nfhs softball rules book download ebook pdf. All recommended changes were subsequently approved by the nfhs board of directors. Contains the official rules for softball and are designed to. 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. Indianapolis, in june 30, 2017 the national federation of state high school associations nfhs softball rules committee approved an addition to rule 2 about intentional walks and three additions to rule 3 regarding uniforms and equipment at its june 1214 meeting in indianapolis. Nfhs sandy searcy named to usa softball board of directors. 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. Rule 611 states that the pitcher shall take a position with the. 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. 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. The coaching box shall be outlined outside the court on which the scorers and timers table and team benches are located. The definitions were added to clarify language used in the updated spirit rules book.

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 and one foot behind or to step backward as a part of their pitching motion. Regarding the taper of a softball bat, which statement is not in compliance with the current rules. This change brings the nfhs in line with other rules codes concerning the surface of the taper. I do not have this years rule book yet but it seems to me all of the statements are correct. The annual softball rules clinic for commissioners will be conducted on friday, january 24, 2020, at 8. Elliot hopkins, mld, caa, editor nfhs publications to maintain the sound traditions of this sport, encourage sportsmanship. Softball nonapproved bat list with asa certification marks january 06, 2017. Usa softball nonapproved bat list with asa certification marks january 06, 2017 ncaanaianjcaa eligibility january 27, 2014 nfhs authenticating mark program may 12, 2017. No books mailed for 2016 season 2016 nfhs softball rule book nfhs softball case. National federation of state high school associations softball. New rules andor changes are bolded and italicized in each section.

For more information on national sports rules changes, please visit nonapproved bats as of 5. Supported 2017 nfhs softball rules book download ebook. Review the softball section in the 201718 wiaa handbook. The device alters the manufactures design of the shoe 185. The 2017 national federation softball rules book will be followed, subject to the following adaptations. The taper connects the narrower handle to the wider portion of the bat. Gardner, publisher theresia wynns, editor nfhs publications to maintain the sound traditions of this sport, encourage sportsmanship and. If a team is winning by 15 runs at the end of 4 innings 3 12 if the home team is winning the game should be considered complete. Softballrulespowerpoint2017 north carolina high school. These areas of concern are often cyclical, some areas need more attention than others, and that is why they might more. Nfhs playing rules to provide reasonable accommodations to individual 2018 boys lacrosse rules book 2017 softball rules book september 2018 softball rules book 2017 baseball rules book. The coach, pitcher or catcher of the defensive team may request an intentional walk either before or during the pitch count.

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 school age. Please note that a representative of your local association is required to attend the meeting in order for your officials to be eligible for state championship assignments. The nfhs is the sole and exclusive source of binding rules interpretations for contests involving its member schools. 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. Adds definitions for braced flip, braced inversion, braced roll, prep level and swing roll down teddy bear roll down. New definition for damaged bats highlights high school softball rules changes. The taper is the transition area which connects the narrower handle to the wider barrel portion of the bat. You must be a paid member of an nfhs member association coaches or fine arts or a state staff member to view this content. Ncaa softball rules book, including a complete reorganization only those. They are made and published by the nfhs in response to situations presented. Usa softball nonapproved bat list with asa certification marks january 06, 2017. The nfhs makes the rules and case books for high school sports and activities available online in the publications library. Read 2017 nfhs softball rules book pdf pdf 2017 nfhs softball rules book ebook by nfhs. Deletes definitions for downward inversion, front drop, kneeseatthigh drop, split drop, sponge and swan dive.

Language requiring the taper to be of a solid surface has been removed. Nfhs softball rules the wiaa follows nfhs rules for softball. The taper is the transition area which connects the narrower. The area shall be bounded by a line drawn 28 feet from the end line toward the division line.