Rule change pitching rules 611 penalty, exception 2 as before under the rules, if the batter does not reach first base safely or any base runner fails to advance at least one base, the coach of the team at bat shall have. It is the policy of the nfhs softball rules committee that there is no deviation from the rules unless experimental approval has been granted by the nfhs. Ebooks are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on nfhs. Nfhs softball rule book pdf what are the best mystery books, under current astm test methods. 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. What other items do customers buy after viewing this item. Nfhs 2014 softball exam part ii with answers the exam to follow will have 100 questions. For your convenience, nfhs offers rules and case books in multiple formats. First names may be omitted from the written line up as long as they are. Clarifies that the pivot foot must be in contact with the. For the sports that you subscribe to, it not only allows you access to the nfhs rules but you can also gain the valuable knowledge found. Nfhs softball rules changes 2020 151e, 24, 243, 742 penalty note. Incorrect listing of eligible starting players and substitutes. This shopping feature will continue to load items when the enter key is pressed.
The game in softball each team is permitted seven turns at bat during which it attempts to. Strike on the batter if the offense intentionally removes the lines and ball if the defense does the. C shall meet the bbcor performance standard and be so labeled. Any person having questions about the interpretation of nfhs softball rules should contact. Nfhs softball publications nfhs rules books, case books and other softball resources can be ordered. Softballrulespowerpoint2017 north carolina high school. Vickie van kleeck, secretaryrules editor, ncaa softball rules committee. Nfhs softball rules the wiaa follows nfhs rules for softball. High school softball rules changes focus on intentional walks, equi. Runners switching positions on the bases they occupied. The nfhs softball rules committee respects and embraces the growth of the game through technology and as an instrument to teach the game.
Rules books and case books available as ebooks nfhs. A request made to the umpire by the defensive coach. The coach, pitcher or catcher of the defensive team may request an intentional walk either before or during the pitch count. All of the following statements about sliding are true except. The device alters the manufactures design of the shoe 185. The play situations and comments are based on questions that have been raised in administering the many thousands of interscholastic games played each season. Nfhs sandy searcy named to usa softball board of directors. The nfhs is the sole and exclusive source of binding rules interpretations for contests involving its member schools. Rule 611 pitching regulations prior to starting the delivery pitch, the pitcher shall take a position with the pivot foot on or partially on the top surface of the pitchers plate and the nonpivot foot in contact with or behind the pitchers plate. Rule change bats rules 151c,d,e, 243, 742 penalty note a damaged bat has been defined as a bat that was once legal but is now broken, cracked or dented. Ncaa softball rules national collegiate athletic association issn 10890106 the national collegiate athletic association p. National federation of state high school associations and. In the third inning, the visiting coach comes out of the dugout and says that a bat being used by a home team player is on the usa softball nonapproved bat list with asa certification marks. Once the umpire verifies that the coach is correct, the player is out and the player and head coach are ejected.
The nfhs is the sole and exclusive source of model interpretations of nfhs rules. The batting helmet shall have a nonglare not mirrorlike surface. The player who was the designated hitter may reenter as the designated hitter under the reentry rule. Clarified when a base runner can slide through home plate in a straight line. The national federation of state high school associations is the only source of official high school interpretations. In the exam situations, f refers to a fielder, b refers to a batter and r refers to a runner. Rule 314 a team forfeits the use of a designated hitter if it fails to declare a designated hitter prior to the game. Nfhs rules allows official nfhs rule questions to be sent directly to your mobile device allowing you to challenge your rule knowledge and keep you aware of different situations for your chosen sports.
In order to navigate out of this carousel please use your heading shortcut key to. The amazon versions can be downloaded and used on apple or android devices with the kindle app. Rule change field and equipment rules 117, 2224, table 51, 511o. Below is a listing of the ebooks currently available for purchase. The use of unannounced players under the designated player rule i.
National federation of state high school associations the nfhs writes playing rules for 17 sports for boys and girls at the high school level. The maximum legal height from the bottom tip of the heel to the highest point of a glove is 14 inches. National federation of state high school associations. State rules interpreters may contact the nfhs for model rules interpretations. Nfhs authenticating mark shall be on each ball as shown in figure of the. Officials shall work with each other and their state associations in a constructive and. If a pinch hitter or pinch runner for the designated hitter is used, that player becomes the new designated hitter. All questions must be answered prior to completing the exam.
New definition for damaged bats highlights high school softball rules changes. Neither should play be permitted to develop which may lead to placing a player at a disadvantage not intended by a rule. Inaccuracies could include incorrect or omitted first name, uniform number or position. Nfhs rules should contact the rules interpreter designated by his or her state high school association.
Prior to starting the delivery pitch, the pitcher shall take a position with the pivot foot in contact with the pitchers plate. 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. 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. They are made and published by the nfhs in response to situations presented. The catchers helmet shall have a nonglare not mirrorlike surface. No other model rules interpretations should be considered. The runner uses a rolling or crossbody slide into the fielder. All situations and acts are legal, and no errors or mistakes are involved unless otherwise noted. Nfhs 2014 softball exam part 1 with answers 1 a base runner is out if a fair untouched batted ball strikes her after it passes any infielder and the umpire judges that another fielder has an opportunity to make an out. 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. Nfhs exam answer key 2017 nfhs baseball exam part i question answer choice answer text rule reference 1 nfhs 2019 baseball exam answer key. Clarifies that a damaged bat is removed from the game without penalty. Officials shall master both the rules of the game and the mechanics necessary to enforce the rules, and shall exercise authority in an impartial, firm and controlled manner.
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