0000002163 00000 n 0000005673 00000 n 8-2-6. Rationale: The balls status is determined at the point of interference. Get free access to baseball forums, rules analysis and exclusive email content from current and former Major League Baseball players and umpires. Mascot: Highlanders. 8-4-1a. ,\f:r90D0101e 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. Lake Forest, CA. %PDF-1.6 % NStJ3!Fa8u!#qKw*gy:qQ$b~Kw 9W-1zu9W)G>S"*|L0e,xa4RO^zLBgiaN! endobj Rationale: Allows for all runs to be counted when a fair batted ball clears the home run fence to end the game. UHSAA Requires Double First Base For safety reasons, the UHSAA requires a double first base in all scheduled games and tournaments. 0 F4 obstructs R1 advancing to second base. RELATIONSHIPS - RIGOR - RELEVANCE - RESULTS. R1 is on first base; B2 is at bat with an 0 ball - 2 strike count and no outs. PENALTY: 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. La Habra, CA. Award R2 first base and leave R1 on third base An immediate dead ball for hitting R1. . 0000051752 00000 n (d) When tagging up on a fly ball, the white section of the base must be used by the runner. 0000050891 00000 n )mqDsbeyymD C. 1D6 2022-02-04T14:33:57-05:00 C. Leaving a base early on a caught fly ball. 0000015981 00000 n 3-2-5c: Permits players to wear soft and secure headwear for religious purposes without prior state association approval. yo*_BR]EGsm $ }`]i]zyAbIU\}oL5H*/spm=??%}.(+Ghn,4J[*.AINBikhV"lcoI"W'@}dJ.? Runners may extend a foot behind the white portion of the base, but must maintain contact with the white section until the ball has reached the batter. They are made and published by the NFHS in response to situations presented. All rights reserved. 1-2-1: Clarifies bases may be designed to disengage from their anchor system. This includes a throw from the pitcher, catcher, or any other player, in an attempt to retire the runner at the double first base. 0000078597 00000 n 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. 0000004313 00000 n endstream endobj 26 0 obj <> endobj 27 0 obj <>stream 0000004638 00000 n After dead ball runner must remain on base until pitch is released. endstream endobj 1290 0 obj <. Y= sltTGw3V`9] PEz8JiL94 LS d#/ Vxlc@N|EMiU37=t:w 8xNU {>w f+p! 3-2-12, 3-6-11: Removes language prohibiting the wearing of jewelry. H|S0+fT7[L]meKnlN^. 0000015912 00000 n All runs scored by virtue of the home run will be included in individual and team statistics. 0000050916 00000 n endstream endobj 61 0 obj <>stream Rule 3 PowerPoint - DP FLEX. xmp.did:350e41df-03d9-8449-8878-f9fdc0c231c2 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 . 2022 SOFTBALL EDITORIAL CHANGES2-4-3, 2-37, 2-38-2, 2-38-3, 2-38-4, 3-2-12, 3-7-1 NOTE, 4-2-3 NOTE 2, 5-1 Dead Ball Table, 7-3-1, 7-4-2 NOTE, 7-4-6, 7-4-7, 7-4-15 NEW, 7-5-4 PENALTY 1, 9-5 EXCEPTION 1 and 3. 0000162016 00000 n 2-20-1g: A fair ball is a batted ball that while over fair territory, an offensive player interferes with a defensive player attempting to field a batted ball. B2 swings at the pitch and the foul tip is caught by the catcher. The umpire rules that since B1's left foot was in the air when struck, there is no interference. 8 70 0000008850 00000 n NOTE 1: A play is being made on the batter-runner when he/ she is attempting to reach first base while the defense is attempting to retire him/ her at that base. the ball sharply down the third base line that passes F6 before striking R1, while she is standing on third base. 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 1-3-3: Aligns ball tolerance specifications with other rule codes. 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. LH"dy&@$ B2 runs toward first base. H|R0sLklq*ZV=bmU$~3gTKJ x[[o~_8v"LRH%Mw>} 0000011399 00000 n If an offensive player interferes with the defensive player while the ball is in fair territory, the ball is dead. If presented, this device should be ruled as illegal equipment and shall be removed before participation is allowed (3-6-1). #!GcKZPn1/8T1} H|TMs0+VcoioL2^v o)|.Ye),x` 4B=2g=HX TC )xdI}^ " ,KY]|`LCY4E,OSfL6a"1IzB8*9vZmr\JQ*Lj ]/i`FyEbYOs]SsM1).pjS;nweyA8*m0.|RIM8e&1z-O d:zg^?5 !N9# $`0x|+!eE!II! (f) On an attempted pick-off play, the runner must return to the white section of the base only. 2023 Softball PowerPoint. 8-2-7: New language clarifies batter-runner interference on a fly ball over foul territory. 0000016120 00000 n -?XIpaH1}` gT& 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. 0000003640 00000 n e3\ 0000112953 00000 n Pub. 3-6-21 & PENALTY: Establishes the penalty when a damaged bat that was previously removed is re-introduced into the game. on demand Feb 15, 2023 | 7:00 PM PST. The double base is not allowed 2.4 By state association adoption, a double first base is permitted. R1 is on first base. 0000162993 00000 n %PDF-1.4 % Schools with turf fields are still required to have the double first base. 2018 NFHS Softball Exam - with answers Question #1 A fair ball is a batted ball that first falls or is first touched on or over fair territory beyond first, second or third base. PENALTY: See Rule 7.13. 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. 0000162730 00000 n Rationale: This change places rule language with other regulations covering the field and its equipment. endstream endobj 60 0 obj <>stream *FLE)0RpC58]fW'm1xW[9$9*5//\b~}\ /BRAN!r0fpq 2023 CIFSS Girls Basketball Playoffs. endstream endobj startxref XS0 L>]@qf+^$g1012 M%O jhA 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. 0000002196 00000 n The double base is not allowed 2.4 By state association adoption, a double first base is permitted. Softball Rules Changes - 2023 By NFHS on August 02, 2022 rules change Share Print 1-4-1: Removes the number of color restrictions on a glove, including laces and seams, and does not allow any panels of the glove to match the color of the ball. 0000078076 00000 n The NFHS allows this under Softball Rule 10-4-2, as an administrative decision of the state association. 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 Rule 2-1-2. Rule 8 - Section 1 - WHEN BATTER BECOMES A RUNNER, Rodger Clemens explains his Pitching Delivery, First Baseman Positioning with Runner on Base. This league uses NFHS/high school rules, with some of their own modifications. Rationale: The penalty outlines protocol for dealing with situations in which a damaged bat is removed, then re-introduced to the game. 8-2-6: Clarifies a runner is considered outside the running lane when either foot last contacting the ground completely outside the lane. endstream endobj 6 0 obj <> endobj 3 0 obj <> endobj 5 0 obj >/PageUIDList<0 541>>/PageWidthList<0 612.0>>>>>>/Resources<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text]/Properties<>>>/TrimBox[18.0 18.0 630.0 810.0]/Type/Page>> endobj 7 0 obj >/PageUIDList<0 868>>/PageWidthList<0 612.0>>>>>>/Resources<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text]>>/TrimBox[18.0 18.0 630.0 810.0]/Type/Page>> endobj 18 0 obj <>stream 1 0 obj <>>> endobj 2 0 obj <>stream 0000082865 00000 n hbbd```b``. The umpire rules that since B1's left foot was in the air when struck, there is no interference. **h'fY q(VD=+@_t]|~V/C:p0S]Ofi{V2Rhl(B`njZ]C/CNt$Jav,m&?3W55lxl`4 [)\c+$[ m)}=0?vve2JbPF2J$,[vc."/JY`? Rationale: This change places rule language with other regulations covering the field and its equipment. 0000007917 00000 n (e) When leaving base on a pitched ball in Little League (Major) and below, the runner must maintain contact with the white section of the base until the ball has reached the batter. gz~|Zm,*q]sH>$79_O2fod((K-7O,RA3}s2Y^[1qJw=5on{o"ub&MHk 0000051554 00000 n H|S0WqvqrH% 861f6c6{[aJn~ ~R`UE3C 8xISG^ t=+&1aq'WZ/v,9l `dVu W'4_-$[usQj|C5vwA+.LJmP1#W%cl^~|N@1 EYx>mLtn B2 hits a pitch to F6 with one foot touching the ground completely outside the batter's box. QM'y}LB;''Hgdr4a.A_,fG;u|?cS vw\Tr'1 /9 All situations and acts . 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. 1289 0 obj <> endobj 0000079856 00000 n 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. Rationale: Gloves and mitts are manufactured in variety of designs and multiple colors. }btmi / 0000078051 00000 n 0000007045 00000 n PENALTY: If properly appealed, runner is out. 2022 & 2023 Softball Umpires Manual. V0i?!n]7>nLbWq{`0oFVAg::68+zJ/LUxsiP/(6h()4A`n*PmD`as#|y>D$2qDD;e-nHc from application/x-indesign to application/pdf hV4 AmCMu]iA ">AuUFA6 VlAt' ]v!p$,)oB4ZOL-0dR#*jkE|s^[z,WK,_VpXm*5A9P A batted ball that hits the colored (orange or green) section without first touching or bounding over the white section shall be declared foul. 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. <>/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 <>>> An immediate dead ball for hitting R1. (h) Use of the double first base does not change any other rule concerning interference or obstruction at first base. on demand Feb 11, 2023 | 4:00 PM PST. 0000113208 00000 n endstream endobj 62 0 obj <>stream The longer sides shall face toward home plate and the right field corner. Where does your school play their home games? ` (I The correct ruling is: R1 is at third base. Double First Base Rule NFHS Softball Rule 8-10 regarding the double first base is being followed, as it has been since 2018. uuid:eca173d9-0163-4538-b246-1e8745dc5f69 If a runner slides, it may be feet first or head . The NFHS offers rules and case books digitally through its NFHS Rules App. hb``pf``d```*ic@,` AA5A!!!H2d0fpa After dead ball runner need not remain on base. 55 0 obj <> endobj 0000015688 00000 n USA Softball NCAA NFHS RULE 3: EQUIPMENT Official Bat %PDF-1.7 (C|vOG@#!]gT4D[zX {ptgO9yryq= ^n|E3bS@&uWoV*z[y8&hB_L!Lc@J10Dzb`GN4"R-k8c@NXH: 3-2-5b: Removes the language prohibiting hard items to control the hair in the sport of softball. <<1912EBA4CE4E3A4A8F5CAFC45B8DE8C9>]/Prev 166053>> 0000080071 00000 n 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. 2023 Softball Simplified & Illustrated. The Rules App is available on the Apple and Google app stores, while print publications can be purchased on NFHS.com. To change from the windup position, the pitcher must first step backward off the . About. A batted ball that hits the colored (orange or green) section without first touching or bounding over the white section shall be declared foul. a. <>/Lang(en-US)/Metadata 2794 0 R>> La Habra's Peyton Lee, right, celebrates his double as Elsinore's Kyle Thoulion looks away during the CIF-SS Division 6 championship game at Goodwin Field in Fullerton on Saturday, June 19, 2021. False They do not set aside nor modify any rule. 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. 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RUL-ING: Incorrect ruling. It is not a device that has been approved by the NFHS Softball Rules Committee (1-8-1). Adobe InDesign 17.1 (Windows) 0000051623 00000 n 0000162932 00000 n The NFHS offers rules and case books digitally through its NFHS Rules App. H|TM0W1 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. G>S! qFFT '{HIk%5D+ 5] Rule 5 PowerPoint - Dead Ball and Suspension of Play. 0000010560 00000 n 0000004876 00000 n What is your school's vision/mission statement? All rights reserved. Within our 51 member state associations, we serve 19,500 high schools and more than 12 million young people. endstream endobj 56 0 obj <> endobj 57 0 obj <> endobj 58 0 obj <>stream Watch Later. converted %PDF-1.5 % 0000138747 00000 n If properly appealed, the batter-runner is out. xmp.iid:e45a28a6-7ee0-6e46-a266-543713f6e606 Should, however, the batter-runner reach and go beyond first base, he/she may only return to the white section of the base. &X 0000084404 00000 n B2 touches the white portion and collides with F3 who is . State Association: CIF - Southern Section. 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DIAA SOFTBALL RULES ADOPTIONS/MODIFICATIONS 1-2-1 Note By state association adoption, a double first base is permitted. Umpires still have the authority to rule on anything that is considered a distraction or increases risk to any player. 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. 1 0 obj 0000139292 00000 n The pitcher has committed a balk. General. startxref How many state championship has your school won? Player Equipment Changes Highlight Rules Revisions in High School NFHS Softball Committee Welcomes New Members for 2021. . 3 0 obj Time Limits for Sub-Varsity Games Only 79 0 obj <>stream 0000003911 00000 n hmO0?nB_*@aZ1 +^)MHw4 -|g]$01.aI$DKXVhN&\zyF~tTLYj8QD8uhC;?X8P `i}af/sp=OK5` endstream endobj 63 0 obj <>stream 0000113622 00000 n (2-32-1, 8-6-16c) a. ), 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: NFHS Softball. Half the base shall be white (entirely over fair territory) and half shall be orange or green (entirely over foul territory). DP/FLEX Strategies for Coaches. When measuring the distance to first base and third base, measure from the apex of home plate to the back edge of the base. Copyright 2023 NFHS. Rule 4 PowerPoint - Pre-Game and Post-Game. Calabasas 25-yard touchdown pass jump ball catch, 2023 NFHS Network LLC NFHS Network is part of the CBS Sports Digital Network. NFHS Rules App View Print Books Softball Resources General Bat Certification Marks and USA Softball Non-Approved Bats with Certification Marks 6-2-2 & NOTE: Removes language from Rule 6-2-2 and places it as a NOTE under the PENALTY. "A$&'ev0{ &/ 2H2N 10?6(? b. application/pdf 0000084120 00000 n National Leaders Address Bad Behavior Against Officials at High Schoo. All Umpires who work a game as a crew will be in the same matching shirt, pants and hat. (b) Whenever a play is being made on the batter-runner, the defense must us the white section of the double first base. Equipment Safety Check Umpires are no longer be responsible for checking equipment prior to the start of games. he hits a fair ball (2-5-1); XI49pxe+ d mTr[7L% HAOFND~o0mN"#%P4P~l]_,]qkUqGbbu. default endstream endobj 59 0 obj <>stream 1318 0 obj <>stream The batter-run-ner is considered outside the running lane if either foot last contacted the As long as the color of the ball is not one of the colors used, does not have markings that give the appearance of the ball or are made in a manner that is judged distracting by the umpire it is permitted for use in NFHS Softball. Address: 801 W. Highlander Ave La Habra, CA. 0000005500 00000 n l`hY@ *| 0000161654 00000 n The Rules App is available on the Apple and Google app stores, while print publications can be purchased on NFHS.com. ;YHjLBz17Dp`;xi5p(Z;sbx~uyqU|OMUl4T"Iwk4Xv}U_ agz AW(dj.2-]eO=O.T* ~0m#f(.vFJc F)t&:bm=Ks#n8 "]@4lj Ab"oG!.uv(FQr FHnrd(|5T{7b7)O[q67$1(+o|0%0! 0000162868 00000 n 0000002010 00000 n 0000079265 00000 n R1 is on first base; B2 is at bat with an 0 ball - 2 strike count and no outs. Fielder loses possession on tag, ball goes dead - award 1 base. ] &,VX\a9KJ>!jl}L?DqB+uynZelh\W ::;miVDF;MOL7vYUL1x  Ka The pre-season handouts to coaches "explained" (I use the term loosely) to them that "the runner always has to use the colored base, the defense always has to use the white one" when there is a play at first. The base shall be a one . What is your schools vision/mission statement? (NFHS Softball Rules). Who is the head football coach for your school? He becomes a . 0000162326 00000 n %%EOF One foot is permitted to extend behind or on the base into foul territory, as long as the front foot is touching the white section of the base. 1-2-1: Clarifies bases may be designed to disengage from their anchor system. . hb```f``b`2&02 P9002l{0aAKlmwWKm[Ws4t&@ t/} [&nFY3g`ZB\ )P 0000009620 00000 n (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. Question #2 . 8-4-3 Exception. 4-2-1: Defines the protocol for when a fair batted ball clears the home run fence to end the game. Runner in contact with base struck by batted fair ball: Not out. Which of the following are appealable plays? 0000082058 00000 n 0000077306 00000 n Speech, Debate & Theatre Directors & Judges, Bat Certification Marks and USA Softball Non-Approved Bats with Certification Marks, Rule 3 PowerPoint - Substitutes and Lineup Card, Rule 4 PowerPoint - Pre-Game and Post-Game, Rule 5 PowerPoint - Dead Ball and Suspension of Play, Major Rule Differences NFHS, NCAA, and USA Softball, NAERA Standards for Reconditioning 2022. Copyright 2023 NFHS. The base shall be a one . proof:pdf 0000004179 00000 n No similar rule. 0000082491 00000 n The correct call is: An immediate dead ball for hitting R1. 0000004044 00000 n 2023 NFHS Softball Exam Part I NOTE: In the exam situations, F refers to a fielder, B refers to a batter and R refers to a runner. Missing a base. B2 runs toward first base. [ba[~x\AluYJo`U$.BqFy0m;@/4 08En/>Edqwd;-*%Sv}?_t{/--\qu{.z UX+P = ^ * [}+f2 *re|*rnGH>:t\ 1"NGLL0I%aQMo(QY.:?v+vm!'*SN}+z:,-pYak|YIq3Ho* El Toro High School. Rationale: Clarifies adornments such as beads can be worn in the hair and aligns language with other NFHS rules codes. Rationale: This has always been the enforcement but was not listed in the section covering batter-runner. .XzR{Mpkld C!`3;O5\;]i8!oUEK FZ$a!eE+ZlQCYB!m]pZG-:]uf^Z>>8t0hz P/S-91WA^mgAZFAMhz 0000004442 00000 n All runs are allowed to score before the game is terminated. 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. y6% LDg 96xVLzwL8(Q~j #I},! % Question #1 . (An errant throw into the three-foot running lane could still result in an obstruction call. 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). 0000012073 00000 n 0000006911 00000 n 0000013039 00000 n 0000077574 00000 n USA Softball NCAA NFHS RULE 3: EQUIPMENT Official Bat Rule 1 - Section 2 - THE FIELD Rule 1 - Section 2 - THE FIELD 1-2-1 A diamond (or infield) shall be a 90-foot square. 2019 NFHS Softball State Exam . 0000050313 00000 n )]-/YHg~' g trailer (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. Rationale: Balls manufactured with the former specifications will be permitted through 2024, to allow for manufacturers and schools to reduce current inventory. 1-4-1: Removes the number of color restrictions on a glove, including laces and seams, and does not allow any panels of the glove to match the color of the ball. The new ball specifications are permitted for use during the 2021-22 season and will be required by January 1, 2025. %PDF-1.6 % endobj stream xref The runner uses a rolling or cross-body slide into the fielder. a!VIp}b!% raS%z}Fk0WkF" P9mm0pWHiT6zB83/K?U1 ^JL99ubbYDVNbfczRI0R;QmvM. 21. 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