BCUA Softball Rules Meeting Overview
The BCUA Softball Rules Meeting on Monday, February 7, 2022, will cover NFHS Rules Changes & Points of Emphasis for 2022. Topics include huddling between innings, guidance for pitcher utilization, and assisting a runner. Additionally, the session will feature scenario quizzes and administrative information. Participants are advised to sit near the front, bring a pen or pencil, and be attentive to the key rule modifications and emphases highlighted during the meeting.
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B CU A SO F TB A L L RU L ES A G END A - M EETING : M O ND AY F EB 7, 2 0 2 2 1. Welcome Find a seat as close to the front as possible Make sure you have a pen or pencil for quiz 2. NFHS Rules Changes & NFHS Points of Emphasis 2022 Main focus on Rules 1, 3, 6, 8 3. Scenario Rule Quiz 4. Rulings (Answers to Scenerios) 4. BCUA Administrative Portion 1
BCUA SOFTBALL RULES SESSION 1 F O CU S O N RU L E 1 , 2 & 3 , B U T INCL UDES OTHER RUL ES 2020 SEASON MEETING 2
POINT OF EMPHASIS 2022 CHANGES 1. HUDDLES BETWEEN INNINGS (OHSAA whitebook & page 86 of NFHS Rule book) If a team chooses to huddle on the field after a third out while the other team is warming up, care should be taken to ensure they do so in a safe location. In between innings as the defensive team takes the field and begins to throw the ball, the offensive team should only huddle in an area that does not impede the warm-up of the defensive team nor places them in areas where overthrows are likely. Huddling should be limited to the amount of time needed for the defensive players to make their warm-up throws, during the one minute permitted by rule. Huddling in appropriate areas will assist with minimizing risk to participants. Rule 6-2- Art. 5 At the beginning of each half-inning or , no more than one minute may be used to deliver no more than 5 pitches to The one-minute time limit begins from the third out of the previous half-inning. Play should be suspended during this time. Rule 10-1-2 The umpires maintain administrative responsibilities for the contest through the completion of any 3
POINT OF EMPHASIS 2022 CHANGES 2. GUIDANCE FOR PITCHER UTILIZATION (OHSAA whitebook & page 86 of NFHS Rule book) The past several years have seen an increasing concern regarding overuse injuries of the shoulder and elbow among softball pitchers at the high school level. The NFHS Sports Medicine Advisory Committee (SMAC) and the NFHS Softball Rules Committee continue to monitor injury rates of high school softball players through the National High School Sports-Related Injury Surveillance Study [High School Reporting Online (RIO)], which is an annual collection of injuries experienced while participating in high school sports. The injury data are presented to the NFHS Softball Rules Committee each year and reviewed when applicable to rule proposals. At this point in time, the available injury data do not warrant the implementation of pitch or inning limitations for high school softball. Proper technical, mental, nutritional and physical training before, during and after pitching with appropriate rest and recovery time are important components in the development of a softball pitcher, from youth through high school. The development of multiple pitchers on a team will help share the pitching load as well. The NFHS Softball Rules Committee and the NFHS SMAC will continue to monitor RIO and other available research regarding shoulder and elbow injury risk for high school softball pitchers. NO RULE CHANGE 4
POINT OF EMPHASIS 2022 CHANGES 3. ASSISTING A RUNNER (OHSAA whitebook & page 86 of NFHS Rule book) To score a run, the runner must legally advance to and touch first, second, third and then home plate. Coaches or any other team personnel are not permitted to assist a runner in any manner during playing action. When a home run occurs, although the ball is out of play (enters dead-ball territory), runners have live-ball running responsibilities and are still required to legally run the bases. If someone other than another runner physically assists a runner, the assisted runner is ruled out. Similarly, if the runner passes another runner they would be ruled out. Lastly, if the runner misses a base and it is properly appealed, the runner would also be ruled out. Rule 8-6-5 Any offensive team member, other than another runner, physically assists the runner. Penalty: The ball is in play and the runner is out. (page 70) 5
POINT OF EMPHASIS 2022 CHANGES 4. PITCHER SIMULATING TAKING A SIGN While the pivot foot is in contact with the pitcher s plate and prior to bringing the hands together the pitcher must take or simulate taking a signal from the catcher. A signal may be taken from a coach either by hand signal, verbal call, or by looking up on a wristband with a playbook/playcard. This signal can be taken while in contact with the pitcher s plate or while standing behind the pitcher s plate prior to taking a position in contact with the pitcher s plate. None of these actions are illegal by rule; the only requirement is that no matter where or from whom the actual signal is obtained, the pitcher must take a position with the pivot foot in contact with the pitcher s plate with the hands separated and simulate taking a signal from the catcher. Requiring the pitcher to take their position in contact with the pitching plate and simulating taking a signal from the catcher prior to bringing their hands together allows the batter to prepare themselves for the start of the pitch. If the pitcher does not pause after stepping onto the pitcher s plate to simulate taking a signal from the catcher prior to bring their hands together, an illegal pitch should be called. Rule 6-1-1 Prior to starting the delivery (pitch), the pitcher shall take a position with b. While in this position, the pitcher shall take (or simulate taking) a signal from the catcher. 6
OHSAA REMINDERS 2022 CHANGES 1. Noisemakers The use of any item to create additional noise is a violation of the unsporting conduct regulation. Rule 3-6-8 Use of amplifiers, electronic devices that amplify the voice or bullhorns 2. Permit players to wear sweatshirts and jackets when there is inclement weather Rule 3-2-1 Uniforms of all team members shall be the same color and style. State associations may, 3. We must have rule books available and consult those publications when needed during the course of the game. We have a few Basically, carry the NFHS rule book with you! 4. Mechanics (State Interpreter George Gulas) -- (Whitebook page 23 -- Feb 20 Stebbins HS) Plate Umpires proper position including slot and distance Base Umpires proper initial positions & setup square to the plate Good mechanics STOP, SET, SEE THE PLAY, MAKE THE CALL 7
BCUA SOFTBALL RULES SESSION 1: SCENERIOS F O CU S O N 2 0 2 2 P O INT O F INTEREST & 20 22 RUL E CHANG ES 2022 SEASON MEETING #1 8
SCENARIO #1 Situation: Prior to the game, the umpires are provided the game balls. Upon inspection of the balls, the umpires notice that two of the balls show a COR of .47 and another ball shows a COR of .44. Which of these is the correct ruling? (Rule 1-3) A) Legal - The ball s COR must be less than .47 B) Illegal - All balls used must be the same COR. 9
SCENARIO #2 Situation: B4 steps into the batter s box with a bat that has the ASA 2004 Softball certification mark, but the bat is listed on the USA softball s Non-approved bat list. With a R1 at first base, B4 hits a single to move R1 to second base. The opposing coach request time and states that the B4 is using an illegal bat before the next pitch. Which of these is the correct ruling? (Rule 1, 2 & 7) A) R1 returns to 1st base; B4 is called out and given warning; Coach and team is also given a warning. B) R1 returns to 1st base; B4 is called out and ejected; Head coach is also ejected. C) R1 is called out; B4 is called out; Head coach and team given a warning. D) R1 returns to 1st base; B4 is called out and ejected; Head coach and team is given a warning. 10
SCENARIO #3 Situation: With R1 on first, B2 hits a double and R1 scores on the play. After B2 at bat, the defensive coach alerts the umpire that there is a crack in the bat B2 used. The plate umpire looks at the bat used and notices a crack in the bat. Which of these is the correct ruling? (Rule 1-5 & 2-4) A) All play stands, and the bat shall remain in play. B) All play stands, and the bat is removed from the game for being a damaged bat and no penalty is accessed to B2. C) R1 scores, B2 is ruled out and ejected for using an illegal bat. D) R1 returns to first, and B2 is ruled out. B2 and head coach are ejected for using an illegal bat. 11
SCENARIO #4 Situation: Coach of Team A school colors are brown and orange. The head coach comes to the pregame dressed in brown jeans and orange and white collared shirt. Which of these is the correct ruling? (Rule 3-5) A) Legal Coach is properly dressed. B) Illegal Coach is NOT properly dressed & restricted to the dugout 12
SCENARIO #5 Situation: F5 team s colors are red and white. F5 is discovered by the umpire wearing a red and white bandana to hold her hair in place. Which of these is the correct ruling? (Rule 3-2-5) A) Legal Player is properly dressed. B) Illegal Player is NOT properly dressed & restricted to the dugout C) Illegal Player is NOT properly dressed & player must remove The next player not properly equipped will result in the player and the head coach restricted to the dugout. 13
SCENARIO #6 Situation: While the umpire is reporting a substitute to the official scorer, a pitcher continues to throw in excess of the five warm-up pitches. Which of these is the correct ruling? (Rule 6-2-5) A) Legal B) Illegal a ball is awarded to the batter for each extra warmup pitch over 5 14
SCENARIO #7 Situation: While taking warm-up pitches prior to the start of the 4th inning. F1 takes five warmup pitches in well over 1 minute. Which of these is the correct ruling? (Rule 6-2-5) A) Legal B) Illegal a ball is awarded to the batter 15
SCENARIO #8 Situation: With two outs and the bases loaded, the batter hits an over-the-fence home run. R1 and R2 run the bases and touch home plate with no issues. R3 after rounding 3rd base, stops halfway to home plate to celebrate with teammates and the batter runner passes R3. Which of these is the correct ruling? (Rule 8-6) A) R1 and R2 score. Batter-Runner is 3rd out, so R3 does not score. B) R1, R2 & R3 score. Batter-Runner is 3rd out. C) No one scores, since Batter-Runner made the 3rd out. 16
SCENARIO #9 Situation: The plate umpire should have proper position with good pelvic alignment (GPA). What are the components of good GPA? (Answer each part) a) What side of home plate do you setup on if right-handed batter? b) How should your feet be positioned? c) When should the plate umpire get into the set position? d) Where should be the umpire s eyes in the set position? 17
SCENARIO #10 Scenerio: B1 hits a high fly ball down the right field line. F9, with both feet clearly in fair territory, reaches across the foul line in an attempt to catch the ball. While the ball is still in the air, completely over foul ground, the ball deflects off of F9 s glove and lands in fair territory. What is the correct call & umpire mechanics? (Rule 2 & Mechanics) A) Fair or Foul ball? (Rule 2) B) What are the mechanics given by the umpire? 18
BCUA SOFTBALL RULES SESSION #1 RULINGS 2022 SEASON 19
SCENARIO #1 Situation: Prior to the game, the umpires are provided the game balls. Upon inspection of the balls, the umpires notice that two of the balls show a COR of .47 and another ball shows a COR of .44. Which of these is the correct ruling? (Rule 1-3) A) Legal - The ball s COR must be less than .47 B) Illegal - All balls used must be the same COR. Rule 1-3-5 The specification of color, COR, and compression shall be identical for all balls used for each game. 20
SCENARIO #2 Situation: B4 steps into the batter s box with a bat that has the ASA 2004 Softball certification mark, but the bat is listed on the USA softball s Non-approved bat list. With a R1 at first base, B4 hits a single to move R1 to second base. The opposing coach request time and states that the B4 is using an illegal bat before the next pitch. Which of these is the correct ruling? (Rule 1-5; 2-3- 2b; & 7-4-2) B) R1 returns to 1st base; B4 is called out and ejected; Head coach is also ejected. Rule 1-5-1 (illegal bat) Rule 2-3-2b (www.usasoftball.com Nonapproved bat list) 21
SCENARIO #3 Situation: With R1 on first, B2 hits a double and R1 scores on the play. After B2 at bat, the defensive coach alerts the umpire that there is a crack in the bat B2 used. The plate umpire looks at the bat used and notices a crack in the bat. Which of these is the correct ruling? (Rule 1-5 & 2-4) A) All play stands, and the bat shall remain in play. B) All play stands, and the bat is removed from the game for being a damaged bat and no penalty is accessed to B2. C) R1 scores, B2 is ruled out and ejected for using an illegal bat. D) R1 returns to first, and B2 is ruled out. B2 and head coach are ejected for using an illegal bat. Recall the 2020 Rule Change for Rule 1-5-1 23
SCENARIO #4 Situation: Coach of Team A school colors are brown and orange. The head coach comes to the pregame dressed in brown jeans and orange and white collared shirt. Which of these is the correct ruling? (Rule 3-5) A) Legal Coach is properly dressed. B) Illegal Coach is NOT properly dressed & restricted to the dugout Rule 3-5-3 the coach shall be attired in school colors or colors of khaki, black, white or gray. Cut-offs or any type of jeans are prohibited. Jackets are not considered part of the coach s uniform. (NFHS Rule Book page 37) or until the situation has been remedied. 25
SCENARIO #5 Situation: F5 team s colors are red and white. F5 is discovered by the umpire wearing a red and white bandana to hold her hair in place. Which of these is the correct ruling? (Rule 3-2-5) A) Legal Player is properly dressed. B) Illegal Player is NOT properly dressed & restricted to the dugout C) Illegal Player is NOT properly dressed & player must remove The next player not properly equipped will result in the player and the head coach restricted to the dugout. CaseBook page 21 Bandanas are prohibited from being worn by team personnel while in the confines of the field, 26
SCENARIO #6 Situation: While the umpire is reporting a substitute to the official scorer, a pitcher continues to throw in excess of the five warm-up pitches. Which of these is the correct ruling? (Rule 6-2-5) A) Legal B) Illegal a ball is awarded to the batter for each extra warmup pitch over 5 Rule 6-2-5 no more than one minute may be used to deliver five pitches Penalty: penalized by awarding a ball to the batter for each pitch in excess to five. This does not apply if the the umpire delays the start of play due to substitution, conference, injuries, etc. (pg 54) 27
SCENARIO #7 Situation: While taking warm-up pitches prior to the start of the 4th inning. F1 takes five warmup pitches in well over 1 minute. Which of these is the correct ruling? (Rule 6-2-5) A) Legal B) Illegal a ball is awarded to the batter Rule 6-2-5 no more than one minute may be used to deliver five pitches Penalty: penalized by awarding a ball to the batter 28
SCENARIO #8 Situation: With two outs and the bases loaded, the batter hits an over-the-fence home run. R1 and R2 run the bases and touch home plate with no issues. R3 after rounding 3rd base, stops halfway to home plate to celebrate with teammates and the batter runner passes R3. Which of these is the correct ruling? (Rule 8-6) A) R1 and R2 score. Batter-Runner is 3rd out, so R3 does not score. B) R1, R2 & R3 score. Batter-Runner is 3rd out. C) No one scores, since Batter-Runner made the 3rd out. Rule 8-6-4 Runner is out the runner physically passes a preceding runner before that runner has been put out. If this is the third out of the inning, any runs scoring prior to the out for passing would count. (NFHS Rule book Page 70) 29
SCENARIO #9 Situation: The plate umpire should have proper position with good pelvic alignment (GPA). What are the components of good GPA? (Answer each part) a) What side of home plate do you setup on if right-handed batter? Left b) How should your feet be positioned? Heal to toe c) When should the plate umpire get into the set position? Start of the pitch d) Where should be the umpire s eyes in the set position? Top of the strike zone for the batter 30
SCENARIO #10 Scenerio: B1 hits a high fly ball down the right field line. F9, with both feet clearly in fair territory, reaches across the foul line in an attempt to catch the ball. While the ball is still in the air, completely over foul ground, the ball deflects off of F9 s glove and lands in fair territory. What is the correct call & umpire mechanics? (Rule 2 & Mechanics) A) Fair or Foul ball? (Rule 2) Foul B) What are the mechanics given by the umpire? Page 23 with no runner on third, move up the foul line c. When first touched over foul territory, and if not caught, give a strong dead-ball signal and a strong verbal call foul or foul ball 31
SOFTBALL MEETING WRAP UP Administrative: Rule Quiz results Attendance BCUA Give-Back USA & USSSA Softball summer opportunities Next meeting in Room 121 Focus Rule 3 Players, Substitutes, & Coaches Have a great rest of your day! See you next week 32
