Equipment Safety Check Umpires are no longer be responsible for checking equipment prior to the start of games. 0000008850 00000 n 0000003911 00000 n Pub. The runner uses a rolling or cross-body slide into the fielder. RELATIONSHIPS - RIGOR - RELEVANCE - RESULTS. 0000162868 00000 n El Toro High School. Little League Softball Rules and Regulations Comparison Little League Little League NFHS NFHS GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS PLAYING FIELD Scope of Play Base Lines 60 Feet; Majors/Junior/Senior: 12" ball 180-225 Feet; Recommend: 200 Feet 185-235 Feet for fast pitch Majors: 40 Feet 43 Feet all levels JR/SR: 43 Feet Majors: Not Permitted QM'y}LB;''Hgdr4a.A_,fG;u|?cS vw\Tr'1 /9 As R1 is diving back to first base, B2 collides with F3 who is attempting to catch the thrown ball from F2 to tag R1. endobj NFHS Rules App View Print Books Softball Resources General Bat Certification Marks and USA Softball Non-Approved Bats with Certification Marks trailer 0000007917 00000 n NOTE 2: If there is a play on the batter-runner, and the batter-runner touches only the white portion and the defense appeals prior to the batter-runner returning to first base, it is treated the same as missing the base. 2022-02-04T14:33:57-05:00 0000138747 00000 n Rule 8 - Section 1 - WHEN BATTER BECOMES A RUNNER, Rodger Clemens explains his Pitching Delivery, First Baseman Positioning with Runner on Base. %PDF-1.3 endstream endobj 62 0 obj <>stream xmp.iid:e45a28a6-7ee0-6e46-a266-543713f6e606 <>stream endobj (stadium/gym names): NFHS Network is part of the CBS Sports Digital Network. Rationale: This change places rule language with other regulations covering the field and its equipment. Address: 801 W. Highlander Ave La Habra, CA. Copyright 2023 NFHS. 3-5-3:When in live ball areas, a coach shall be attired in a schooluniform or jersey/coaching shirt with slacks, shorts, or other leg coverings in school colors or colors of khaki, black, white or gray.Rationale: Updated language clarifies items which can be worn by coaches in a live-ball area. to first base with the right foot in the running lane and the left foot in fair territory, the batter is hit with the throw from F2. 2022-02-04T14:33:57-05:00 No similar rule. 0000079545 00000 n All rights reserved. XS0 L>]@qf+^$g1012 M%O jhA 0000161401 00000 n 0 xmp.did:5042f741-64d8-c44d-bdf0-771ae0235006 on demand Feb 15, 2023 | 7:00 PM PST. Half the base shall be white (entirely over fair territory) and half shall be orange or green (entirely over foul territory). y6% LDg 96xVLzwL8(Q~j #I},! A batted ball that hits the colored (orange or green) section without first touching or bounding over the white section shall be declared foul. USA Softball NCAA NFHS RULE 3: EQUIPMENT Official Bat 70 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<6351AF29DBFDA10F8C499EF11D658CC5><2440D47590B9704FA5BE5D8FF3995949>]/Index[55 25]/Info 54 0 R/Length 85/Prev 173391/Root 56 0 R/Size 80/Type/XRef/W[1 3 1]>>stream 0000015688 00000 n Bat Certification Marks and USA Softball Non-Approved Bats with Certification Marks. The base shall be a one . 1D6 hmO0?nB_*@aZ1 +^)MHw4 -|g]$01.aI$DKXVhN&\zyF~tTLYj8QD8uhC;?X8P `i}af/sp=OK5` DIAA SOFTBALL RULES ADOPTIONS/MODIFICATIONS 1-2-1 Note By state association adoption, a double first base is permitted. after a dropped third strike (see 8-4-1e) or a fair hit, if the ball held by any fielder touches the batter before the batter touches first base; or if any fielder, while holding the ball in his grasp, touches first base or touches first base with the ball before the batter-runner touches first base: or by La Habra. )mqDsbeyymD C. 1289 0 obj <> endobj 3-6-21 & PENALTY: Establishes the penalty when a damaged bat that was previously removed is re-introduced into the game. / Rationale: New language more adequately describes the intent of the rule and will provide more consistent enforcement. LH"dy&@$ PENALTY: If properly appealed, runner is out. (d) When tagging up on a fly ball, the white section of the base must be used by the runner. endstream endobj 56 0 obj <> endobj 57 0 obj <> endobj 58 0 obj <>stream (NFHS Softball Rules). 0000002196 00000 n After dead ball runner need not remain on base. Copyright 2023 NFHS. Rule 7 PowerPoint - Batter. Time Limits for Sub-Varsity Games Only Rationale: The balls status is determined at the point of interference. ), 8-1-1A batter becomes a runner with the right to attempt to score by advancing to first, second, third and home bases in the listed order when: V0i?!n]7>nLbWq{`0oFVAg::68+zJ/LUxsiP/(6h()4A`n*PmD`as#|y>D$2qDD;e-nHc 0000002010 00000 n 0000015912 00000 n Also, the batter-runner must still avoid interference with the fielder attempting to field a batted ball. B2 swings at the pitch and the foul tip is caught by the catcher. the ball sharply down the third base line that passes F6 before striking R1, while she is standing on third base. 4 0 obj l`hY@ *| 0000079265 00000 n School: La Habra High School. >d1 The NFHS is the national leader and advocate for high school athletics as well as fine and performing arts programs. 0000082865 00000 n They do not set aside nor modify any rule. 0000078051 00000 n DP/FLEX Strategies for Coaches. Rule 2-1-2. 0000015801 00000 n 0000003587 00000 n What is your school's vision/mission statement? 4-2-1: Defines the protocol for when a fair batted ball clears the home run fence to end the game. Adobe PDF Library 16.0.5 <>/Lang(en-US)/Metadata 2794 0 R>> NFHS Softball. The Rules App is available on the Apple and Google app stores, while print publications can be purchased on NFHS.com. "A$&'ev0{ &/ 2H2N 10?6(? endstream endobj 59 0 obj <>stream D. All of the above. 0 Rationale: This has always been the enforcement but was not listed in the section covering batter-runner. 2023 CIFSS Girls Basketball Playoffs. 2019 NFHS Softball State Exam . Umpires still have the authority to rule on anything that is considered a distraction or increases risk to any player. 8-4-1a. B2 runs toward first base. )]-/YHg~' g -?XIpaH1}` gT& Eight High School Officials Named Award Recipients by NFHS Officials . 0000051752 00000 n on demand Feb 11, 2023 | 4:00 PM PST. With Lost Seasons Last Year, Spring Sports and Arts Should Be Avail Plans to Preserve High School Sports, Performing Arts Continue Amid NFHS' Sandy Searcy Named to USA Softball Board of Directors. e3\ Schools with turf fields are still required to have the double first base. 2022-02-04T14:33:57-05:00 ,uw:ug v>\ =F` >w Should, however, the batter-runner reach and go beyond first base, he/she may only return to the white section of the base. He becomes a . To review the NFHS softball rule changes for this year, go to the UHSAA Softball page at www.uhsaa.org or the NFHS website at . All situations and acts . (c) Whenever a play is being made on the batter-runner, the batter-runner must use the colored (orange or green) section on his/ her first attempt to tag first base. 1 0 obj <>>> endobj 2 0 obj <>stream 0000012073 00000 n R1 is on first base. Penalty: Batter-runner is out. 8-1-2a. Rationale: Removing the language prohibiting jewelry places the softball rules in line with other NFHS sports that have removed the restriction. 0000002163 00000 n 0000080071 00000 n Runner in contact with base struck by batted fair ball: Not out. 08En/>Edqwd;-*%Sv}?_t{/--\qu{.z UX+P = ^ * [}+f2 *re|*rnGH>:t\ 1"NGLL0I%aQMo(QY.:?v+vm!'*SN}+z:,-pYak|YIq3Ho* 1-3-3: Aligns ball tolerance specifications with other rule codes. 2023 SOFTBALL EDITORIAL CHANGES 2-25-1e, 7-1-2 PENALTY 1, 7-4-1, 7-4-11, 8-1-1 EFFECTS 2, 8-4-3d. RUL-ING: Incorrect ruling. to first base with the right foot in the running lane and the left foot in fair territory, the batter is hit with the throw from F2. Rule 2True -20 1f b. 2023 Softball PowerPoint. Who is the head football coach for your school? 3 0 obj &X Rule 3 PowerPoint - Substitutes and Lineup Card. hb```% eah@=m;pVaV L T00h9sf9sD-v3\.Jz)NXW$es'9v~@S"')}5 @wu IA0 ";:, V s]`\F C $.d] Pd` X$ @F?FOFFLO~3aiN1nEBCTgnL7f`~2d(@ o Where does your school play their home games? When using the double first base, the following rules must be observed: (a) A batted ball that hits the white section of the double base shall be declared fair. startxref H|TM0W1 #!GcKZPn1/8T1} Question #1 . 0000004313 00000 n i|a59$R{Y (OlD4A;2]11!-v,XfEjTPL84gRwu#Y7JMVb>g`Z ,PLI?lGcD+lyGqe&qZdRI;,BFp07~sg=/wKeL. endstream endobj 60 0 obj <>stream G>S! qFFT '{HIk%5D+ 5] A. The device alters the manufacture's design of the shoe (1-8-5; 3-2-10), which is a required piece of equipment (3-2-11). . The batter-run-ner is considered outside the running lane if either foot last contacted the 0000161654 00000 n (b) Whenever a play is being made on the batter-runner, the defense must us the white section of the double first base. RI0L7I;C1^"5,$#)"k8Q3*X`B.fYfnN^Q3F"%jB)$RAE :&Q8%':2rr|RA(hl)2v6[ChRdPOV^(E zit$r>hT>l"j90oG@8Khz4hf{=X6RNbSG'SPLfW6u@[BS;_Q[cM= 7?CpndM!t68"{92*`ld$TiT) $x!kQP89mA`]wuvjw}ml\ruGvl2[8] National Leaders Address Bad Behavior Against Officials at High Schoo. Adobe InDesign 17.1 (Windows) .XzR{Mpkld C!`3;O5\;]i8!oUEK FZ$a!eE+ZlQCYB!m]pZG-:]uf^Z>>8t0hz P/S-91WA^mgAZFAMhz yo*_BR]EGsm $ }`]i]zyAbIU\}oL5H*/spm=??%}.(+Ghn,4J[*.AINBikhV"lcoI"W'@}dJ.? Question #2 . 0000082491 00000 n Watch Later. 0000162932 00000 n All of the following statements about sliding are true EXCEPT: A. default %PDF-1.6 % 0000004442 00000 n This includes a throw from the pitcher, catcher, or any other player, in an attempt to retire the runner at the double first base. (g) In Majors, Intermediate (50-70) Division, Junior, Senior, and Big League divisions, when the batter becomes a runner on a third strike not caught by the catcher, the batter-runner and the defensive player may use either the colored (orange or green) or the white section. B2 swings at the pitch and the foul tip is caught by the catcher. 8 70 . 55 0 obj <> endobj UOnNHJ+5yt3i4EnFK1O^Z}Pt"_U(!4Ua'[Iqzxws:%wo>d@wgdUC>#}q rif7A$% G? .o6]iqnE)?79xOA8e|7LIv%Y \YJL65 `mOLc0 ]c(`Jae;VL4* cvE=~dcw(aUT6BC'15Z+Z[RB]L]XSY7rG%2Lg{Jx>D(SXJ.^4J9Q5[2~HXs3TN,ulIEdm^#p0tsgZUsyDvzCColQ*0l]I>lS7mf+~~XnRggl"wnqu1U}*8|^nBl^U&n"tIZSwMyyWhrEtxl)0 Double First Base Rule NFHS Softball Rule 8-10 regarding the double first base is being followed, as it has been since 2018. USA Softball NCAA NFHS RULE 3: EQUIPMENT Official Bat hV4 AmCMu]iA ">AuUFA6 VlAt' ]v!p$,)oB4ZOL-0dR#*jkE|s^[z,WK,_VpXm*5A9P % The base shall be a one . xmp.did:350e41df-03d9-8449-8878-f9fdc0c231c2 All runs are allowed to score before the game is terminated. %PDF-1.4 % he hits a fair ball (2-5-1); Adobe InDesign 17.1 (Windows) a!VIp}b!% raS%z}Fk0WkF" P9mm0pWHiT6zB83/K?U1 ^JL99ubbYDVNbfczRI0R;QmvM. 0000084404 00000 n Rationale: The language and rule reference is a reminder to players, coaches and officials about distracting items worn by the pitcher, but is not a part of Rule 6-2-2. **h'fY q(VD=+@_t]|~V/C:p0S]Ofi{V2Rhl(B`njZ]C/CNt$Jav,m&?3W55lxl`4 [)\c+$[ m)}=0?vve2JbPF2J$,[vc."/JY`? 77 0 obj <>stream 0000138996 00000 n 48Y5Xg^Z[Bnc=AeUP6l.;W(++\yesqs[=YysY_.v7`.~cWa\x. 0000079856 00000 n The NFHS offers rules and case books digitally through its NFHS Rules App. Within our 51 member state associations, we serve 19,500 high schools and more than 12 million young people. 0000004638 00000 n The batter-run-ner is considered outside the running lane if either foot last contacted the If an offensive player interferes with the defensive player while the ball is in fair territory, the ball is dead. Rationale: Eliminates the need for authorization from the state associations for religious headwear. (f) On an attempted pick-off play, the runner must return to the white section of the base only. The language is consistent with the rule covering interference on an initial play on a fair-batted ball and aligns with Rule 8-6-10. %%EOF Speech, Debate & Theatre Directors & Judges, Emergency Planning, AEDs Saving Lives in Nations High Schools, BAND Named Official Team Communication App of the NFHS, Eight High School Officials Named Award Recipients by NFHS Officials Association, 6 schools claim 2023 TMSAA basketball titles, Alabama's Chloe Siegel breaks National Career 3-point Record, Major Rule Differences NFHS, NCAA, and USA Softball. State Association: CIF - Southern Section. The base must be rectangular, with two sides not less than 14 inches and not more than 15 inches, and the other two sides not less than 29 inches and not more than 30 inches. 3 0 obj ,\f:r90D0101e endstream endobj startxref 1-2-1: Clarifies bases may be designed to disengage from their anchor system. Award R2 first base and leave R1 on third base An immediate dead ball for hitting R1. The correct call is: An immediate dead ball for hitting R1. 2023 Softball Simplified & Illustrated. The outer edges shall not be more than two and one-fourth (2 ) inches thick, filled with soft material, and covered with canvas or rubber. Get free access to baseball forums, rules analysis and exclusive email content from current and former Major League Baseball players and umpires. from application/x-indesign to application/pdf 0000005103 00000 n Speech, Debate & Theatre Directors & Judges, Emergency Planning, AEDs Saving Lives in Nations High Schools, BAND Named Official Team Communication App of the NFHS, Eight High School Officials Named Award Recipients by NFHS Officials Association, 6 schools claim 2023 TMSAA basketball titles, Alabama's Chloe Siegel breaks National Career 3-point Record, Major Rule Differences NFHS, NCAA, and USA Softball. 0 (1-8-6, 3-6-11, 10-1-4) 2023 NFHS SOFTBALL RULES INTERPRETATIONS Publisher's Note: The National Federation of State High School Associations is the only source of official high school interpretations. All rights reserved. Softball Rules Committee Welcomes New Members for 2023, Jewelry Permitted in 2023 High School Softball Rules Changes, South Dakota Readies for 2022 Softball Season, Oregon Softball Players Earn Appreciation for Officials, Title IX Paved Way for Softball Olympian Michele Smith, SDHSAA Board Approves Sanctioning Of Softball. <>/ExtGState <>/ProcSet [/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI]/Font <>>>/MediaBox [0 0 612 792]/Contents 4 0 R/Parent 2 0 R/Type/Page/Tabs/S/Group <>>> Rationale: Gloves and mitts are manufactured in variety of designs and multiple colors. The double base is not allowed 2.4 By state association adoption, a double first base is permitted. The umpire rules that since B1's left foot was in the air when struck, there is no interference. xref % False Question #2 A slide is illegal if: a. When using the double first base, the following rules must be observed: (a) A batted ball that hits the white section of the double base shall be declared fair. NOTE: On extra-base hits or other balls hit to the outfield when there is no chance for a play to be made at the double first base, the batter-runner may touch either the white or colored (orange or green) section of the base. 0000162326 00000 n 8-4-3 Exception. Player Equipment Changes Highlight Rules Revisions in High School NFHS Softball Committee Welcomes New Members for 2021.