2011 general meeting march 6 mallory bomboy tournament

2011General Meeting

March 6

MalloryBomboyTournament

Meeting Agenda

• Coplay Sporting Goods• USSSA

– Game Management– Rule Changes

• ASA– Business Meeting– Plate Mechanics– Rules

• Things to make you think

USSSA

Eastern Pa

USSSA• Overview• Jeff Kittle, Fast Pitch State Director Eastern, Pa• Game Management• 2011 Rule Changes• Eastern Pa Points of Emphasis• Preview of Clinic /Rules Interp. Meeting• Wrap up

GAME MANAGEM

ENT

ARRIVE

30 MINUTES BEFORE the START TIME of your game.

COMMUNICATIONS

– Contact your UIC– If you haven’t talked to your partner before arriving at

the complex, park together in the lot. Decide who has the plate and bases. If you are only scheduled for two games, try to work both games on the plate to keep the games on time.

– Discuss the following:1. Line up card with (2) A.P.’s and Flex Rule2. Courtesy runners3. Run Rule, etc.

REMINDER

GAME TIME15 MINUTES BEFORE LISTED TIME

(IF YOUR GAME TIME IS SCHEDULED FOR 8:OOAM,START THE PRE-GAME AT 7:40AM)

–If both teams are waiting to play, get both coaches and captains together to flip the coin.

–Observe the ground rules that the umpires on the field are using and apply them to your game.

–Check equipment and field area.

PRE-GAME CONFERENCE

-Keep it short and to the point1. Ask the coaches to verify that their players are following USSSA rules and guidelines for sportsmanship, equipment, and jewelry.

2. Go over the ground rules

3. Review the line-up cards. Have the coaches reaffirm that they are correct.

>>>>PUT YOUR TIMER ON THE FENCE<<<<AND START IT!!

>>>>>>>DURING THE GAME<<<<<<<<<<

– DO NOT MAKE UP YOUR OWN RULES– REFER TO THE RULE BOOK, IF NEEDED– UNLESS THERE IS A PROTEST, DO NOT HOLD UP THE

GAME TO CALL THE UIC FOR HELP ON A RULE QUESTION OR A JUDGEMENT CALL.

– IF A COACH WANTS TO FILE A PROTEST, HE MUST HAVE $100.00 BEFORE THE UIC IS CALLED.

– ON ALL EJECTIONS, THE UIC AND TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR MUST BE NOTIFIED.

– AND MOST OF ALL>>>>>>>HAVE FUN!!!!

January 2011

USSSA Fast Pitch2011 Rule Changes

Three Major Rule Changes were adopted for the 2011 Season.

Rule 1.1 Pitching Distances for 13U & 14U is 43 feet.

Rule 5.4 Adopt DP/FLEX to replace DH.

Rule 6.1 Require Two Feet on the pitching plate &No Backward Step.

Major Rule Changes

201112 USSSA Fast Pitch Rule Changes

The Pitching Distance is 43 feet for 13U thru 18U.

Increasing the pitching distance from 40 feet to 43 feet for 13U/14U in addition to 15U-18U.

Brings USSSA into line with both college and high school.

Pitching Distance


Rule 1 Sec 1

Adopt DP/FLEX to replace DH.Change was made to be consistent with high school

and college rules.

This adoption imposes additions to Definitions and Changes to Rules 3.61, 5.1, 5.4, 5.5, and 8.3.

DP/FLEX


Rule 3 Sec 23,29,61

DP/FLEX


Add Definitions

DESIGNATED PLAYER (DP) plays offense

FLEX plays defense

STARTING PLAYER. A starting player is one of the first nine, ten, eleven or twelve (if using the optional DP/FLEX and/or APs) listed on the lineup card that is approved by the Plate Umpire.

Rule 5 Sec 1

DP/FLEX


A team may elect to include a DP/FLEX and/or up to two Additional Players (AP).

The maximum number of players in the lineup is 12;

The maximum number of batters in the lineup is 11.

Rule 5 Sec 4 A,B,C

DP/FLEX


DP/FLEX must be declared before game.

The DP’s name listed where batting.

FLEX listed last.

The DP must remain in the same position in the lineup for the entire game.

Order # Player Position Substitute

1 4 Amy Adams SS

2 5 Bev Beach AP

3 16 Cat Carr LF

4 39 Debbie Dow 1B

5 6 Eva Evans DP

6 15 Fran Foote CF

7 9 Grace Good 3B

8 3 Heather High 2B

9 7 Izzy Itch C

10 22 Jane Jump RF

FLEX 18 Kris Krouse P


# Player # Player

25 Lacy Luck 8 Olive O’Leary

1 Mary Match 10 Pattie Proud

12 Nancy Note

Substitutes

DP listed where batting

FLEX listed Last


1 4 Amy Adams SS

2 5 Bev Beach AP

3 16 Cat Carr LF

4 39 Debbie Dow 1B

5 6 Eva Evans DP

6 15 Fran Foote CF

7 9 Grace Good 3B

8 3 Heather High 2B

9 7 Izzy Itch C

10 22 Jane Jump RF



# Player # Player



12 Nancy Note

Substitutes

NOT on Defense

NOT on Defense

Any 9 in lineup can play defense.

Unless the FLEX has replaced the DP

If FLEX not on defense, FLEX out of game.

Eliminates non-batting position.

Reduces number in lineup.

Must be reported.

DP/FLEX


Rule 5 Sec 4 F


1 4 Amy Adams SS

2 5 Bev Beach AP

3 16 Cat Carr LF

4 39 Debbie Dow 1B

5 6 Eva Evans DP

6 15 Fran Foote CF

7 9 Grace Good 3B

8 3 Heather High 2B

9 7 Izzy Itch C

10 22 Jane Jump RF



# Player # Player



12 Nancy Note

Substitutes

NOT on Defense; Out of GameNon Batting Position Eliminated

NOT on Defense

May substitute for DP at any time.

DP may re-enter.

If DP not on offense, DP out of game.

FLEX batting for DP eliminates non-batting position.

Reduces number in lineup.

Must be reported.

DP/FLEX


Rule 5 Sec 4 D,E


1 4 Amy Adams SS

2 5 Bev Beach AP

3 16 Cat Carr LF

4 39 Debbie Dow 1B

5 6 Eva Evans DP #18

6 15 Fran Foote CF

7 9 Grace Good 3B

8 3 Heather High 2B

9 7 Izzy Itch C

10 22 Jane Jump RF



# Player # Player



12 Nancy Note

Substitutes

Batting for DPNon Batting Position Eliminated

NOT on Defense

Evans NOT on Offense; Evans Out of Game

May substitute for FLEX at any time.

FLEX may re-enter.

The DP or an AP may play defense for the FLEX. In either case, the FLEX will leave the game.

DP/FLEX


Rule 5 Sec 4 G

The Non Batting Position can be Re-established.

If FLEX re-enters into non batting position.

If DP re-enters and FLEX moves backinto non batting position.

DP/FLEX


Rule 5 Sec 4 G

FLEX can only bat/run for DP.

The FLEX is ejected for batting/running for someone other than the DP.

DP/FLEX


Rule 5 Sec 4 H


1 4 Amy Adams SS

2 5 Bev Beach AP

3 16 Cat Carr LF

4 39 Debbie Dow 1B

5 6 Eva Evans DP 18

6 15 Fran Foote CF

7 9 Grace Good 3B

8 3 Heather High 2B

9 7 Izzy Itch C

10 22 Jane Jump RF



# Player # Player



12 Nancy Note

Substitutes

FLEX can only go Here

Batting for DP in DP spotNon Batting Position Eliminated

The DP may play any defensive position, any time and any number of times. Does not count as a substitution for anyone except the FLEX. Must be reported.

The FLEX may play offense in DP’s position any time and any number of times. This is a substitution for the DP. Must be reported.

The DP & FLEX can both be on defense at the same time.

The DP & FLEX can NOT be on offense at the same.

DP/FLEX


Rule 5 Sec 5

No courtesy runner for DP.Unless DP is the pitcher or catcher of record.

DP/FLEX


Rule 8 Sec 3


1 4 Amy Adams SS

2 5 Bev Beach AP

3 16 Cat Carr LF

4 39 Debbie Dow 1B

5 6 Eva Evans DP

6 15 Fran Foote CF

7 9 Grace Good 3B

8 3 Heather High 2B

9 7 Izzy Itch C

10 22 Jane Jump RF



# Player # Player



12 Nancy Note

Substitutes

Courtesy Runner Only if Evans pitcher or catcher,

NOT on Defense

NOT on Defense

Must have Two feet on the pitching plate.Can NOT have one foot behind the pitching plate.

Change was made to be consistent with college pitching rules.

Pitching Prerequisites


Rule 6 Sec 1

Part of the pivot foot must be on top of the pitcher’s plate.

The non-pivot foot must be in contact with the pitcher’s plate.

Both feet must be within the 24-inch length of the pitcher’s plate.



Rule 6 Sec 1

Pivot foot on top; non-pivot foot touching.

Legal


PF PF

Pivot Foot NOT on top of Pitcher’s Plate

Illegal


PFPF

Entire foot may NOT be outside 24”.

Illegal


PF

Part of foot may be outside 24”.

legal


PF PF

Must take one step Forward.Can NOT take a step Backward.



Rule 6 Sec 1

Further Rule Changes adopted for 2011 Season

Rules 3.10 and 5.1.B Lineup – Require first and last names on lineup

Rule 6.1.D Pitcher removing them self from pitching position

Rule 9.6.A Retouch on awarded bases

Additional Rule Changes


Require first and last names on lineup

Resolve inconsistency in Rules 3.10 and 5.1.B.

First & Last Names


Rules 3 Sec 10 and 5 Sec 1

The Pitcher may stop the pitchwhen in the pitching position but before the pitch starts.

She may step back or

Request time.

Explicit language as to how a pitcher who is on the rubber can remove them self from pitching position.

.

Withdraw from Pitching Position


Rule 6 Sec 1 D

It should be explicitly stated that a runner may complete their advance or return.

Old: A runner may not return to touch a missed base or one left too soon on a caught fly ball if:he has reached a base beyond the base missed or left too soon and the ball becomes dead.

New : he has advanced, touched and remains beyond the base missed or left too soon and the ball becomes dead.

Retouch on awarded bases


Rule 9 Sec 6 A

Editorial Changes were made – No intent to change current interpretation

Rule 2 Equipment – Bat warmers Rule 3 Definitions – Base on Balls - Intentional Walk Rule 3 Definitions - Catch. Rule 3 Definition - Coach’s Box - NEW Rule 3 Definition - Trap - NEW Rule 7 Sec 4. Clarify Batter’s feet in box. Rule 8.17 and 8.18.I - tagging runner resolve inconsistent

wording

Editorial Changes


Bat Warmers approved by USSSA are permitted.

Explicitly state current policy

Bat Warmers


Rule 2 Sec 11

Old statement: “There is no intentional walk in Fast Pitch.” produced misinterpretation

New statement “The defense may not notify the umpire nor cause illegal pitch(es) to intentionally walk a batter. A team may intentionally walk a batter. However they must throw four pitches. They cannot simply declare to put the batter on base nor can the pitcher commit repeated illegal pitches.

No change to current interpretation; Clarify meaning.

Intentional Walk


Rule 3 Sec 3

Rewrite/Rearrange Section; Move definition of trap to separate definition

A catch is the act of a fielder getting secure possession in a hand or glove of a live ball in flight and firmly holding it.

In establishing a valid catch, the fielder shall hold the ball long enough to prove complete control of it and that the release of the ball is voluntary and intentional.

Conditions for Valid Catch.

Conditions when a Catch shall not be credited.

Catch – Definition Rewritten


Rule 3 Sec 15

Move definition of Trap from Catch to separate definition

Establishes existing criteria in its own definition.

Rule 3 Definition - Trap - NEW

A batted fly ball or line drive is considered trapped if it hits the ground or a fence on a short hop before being caught. A thrown ball is considered trapped if it is caught but the ball is on the ground and the glove/mitt/hand is over, rather than under, it and the fielder does not have secure possession. A pitched ball is considered trapped if it is a strike but touches the ground on a short hop before being caught by the catcher.

Trap – Separate Definition


Rule 3 Sec 69

Modify Rule: Once the ball has been returned to the pitcher to

prepare for the next pitch or after the Umpire calls “Play”, the pitcher has 20 seconds to release the next pitch. Penalty: Dead ball; a ball on the batter

Added “to prepare for the next pitch” and Reworded for Clarification

Time to Release Pitch


Rule 6 Sec 1 K

Current Rule: Prior to the pitch, the batter must have both feet completely within the lines of the batter’s box. The batter may touch the lines, but no part of the foot may be outside the lines prior to the pitch.

Change to: Prior to the pitch, the batter must have both feet completely in the batter’s box. The batter may touch the lines, but no part of the foot may be outside the lines prior to the pitch.

Reworded for Clarification

Batter’s Feet in Box


Rule 7 Sec 4 A

Make Rules 8.17.D and 8.18.I consistent regarding tagging runner

Current Rule 8 Sec 17.D - The batter-runner is out: If, after a third strike or a fair hit, any fielder, while holding the ball, touches the

batter-runner before the batter-runner touches first base;

Modification If, after a third strike or a fair hit, any fielder tags out the batter-runner before

the batter-runner touches first base;

Current Rule 8.18.I Any runner is out when: Touched by a live ball securely held by a fielder or is touched by a fielder’s

glove or hand with the live ball held therein while the runner is not touching base.

Modification Tagged out.

Tagging Runner


Rules 8 Sec 17 D & Sec 18 I

Line-up Management

What is Lineup Management?

• Records players used in the game• Ensures use of players is legal• Prevents illegal use of players• Provides clear, tracking or

reconstructing of what has happened

Line-up cards will be kept in all games

Incorrect Batter

Not AppealedContinue until

AppealedOr Legalized

Appealed

Batter still In box

Proper BatterAssumes Count

Batter out Or On Base

Pitch to next batterOr attempted play

YesImproper batter

is now legal

NoProper batter is now outNext due up is the batter

following the proper batter

Batting out of Order

Preview of Clinic / Rules Interp.

• 2 Man Mechanics– coverage

• Batting out of order• Flex Rule• Pitching rules• Courtesy Runner rule• Appeals

Questions?

Lehigh Valley

ASA

ASA

• Business Meeting• Nominations/Elections Committee• Umpire mechanics• Rules Changes

Lehigh Valley

ASA

Business Meeting

Nominations

and

Elections

Air Products Internal Use Only

LV ASA Officers and Executive Board

Officers:• President – Mike Cudzil• Vice President – Skip Snyder• Secretary – Jason Cudzil• Treasurer – Glenn Acker

Executive Board:• Keith Besz• Jim Hammer• Rick Holtzman• Mike Koch


Executive Board

• Four Members-at-Large shall be elected from the general membership of the Association.

• 2 year term

• Elected in odd-numbered years

• Attend 2 or 3 meetings per year


Duties of the Executive Board

1. Conduct and oversee the day-to-day business and operations of the Association.

2. Assure the continuance and welfare of the Association.3. Set general policy and procedures for the Association.4. Appoint the Rules Interpreter for the Association.5. Appoint League and Tournament assignors.6. Establish standing and interim committees.


Executive Board Elections

• Elections will occur on March 20th.

• Will accept nominations through March 18th.

• If you would like to nominate someone or yourself, please contact Glenn Acker – 610-366-7797– [email protected]

• Voting will be held on March 20th if we have more than 4 nominees.

mailto:[email protected]

Rule Changes

ASA National• Engraving on bats is legal

– For identification purposes• All game balls must have ASA logo

– Need clarification from leagues• Double 1st base must be same size and height

– Last year, any contrasting color

Rule Changes

ASA Local Rules• Lehigh Valley League

– Implementation of 2 hr. time limit(All leagues now have time limit)

You Make the Call

(Some already did, or didn’t)

Question and Answer Samples and Techniques

TRUE or FALSE?TRUE or FALSE?

Home plate umpire is responsible to watch runners touch home plate?


Ball hitting on foul line, but on foul side of line is a foul ball?

A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

Teams A has 9 players, S1 entered for D2 who is injured. Team B, has 11 players and is batting all 11. In 6th inning, there is a collision at home plate. Team A’s S1 is injured, Team B’s R1 is ejected. Who wins the game?

Team A

Team B

Double Forfeit

More info needed

Holy Cow Phil Rizzuto


Batter intentionally waves bat in catcher’s face as runner steals, is interference?

A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

0 out, runner on First: Batter bunts ball in air, ball hits batter in back-while she runs in foul territory, runner stealing 2nd

Foul ball, unless interference

Batter is always out, runner back to 1st

Batter always safe, foul ball

Batter always out, runner safe at 2nd

Foul ball, until def. coach complains-then out, then safe, …


DO NOT allow Dead Ball Appeals


Runners on 1st and 3rd, 1 out. Batter hits deep ball to left center, centerfielder makes diving catch.

Runner at 3rd legally tags and scores, runner on 1st does not tag up. Before the next pitch, the

defensive team appeals the runner at first tagging up, she is correctly called out, for the 3rd out of

inning. The run count?


There is no need to keep Line-up Cards

A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

What is the Tie-Breaker Rule?Start inning with:

Last batter on 2nd, 0 outs

Last batter on 2nd, 1 out

Last out on 2nd, 0 outs

No Tie-Breaker Rule

Put head down, hope partner and coaches know rule


Look Back Rule:Runner has 3 seconds to get back to base

A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

1 Out, 2-2 count, runners on 1st and 3rd. Runner on 1st stealing 2nd.

Dropped 3rd strike. Batter runs to 1st, Catcher throws ball into right

field. Runner on 3rd scores, runner on 1st to 3rd, batter to 1st.

Batter out, all runners advance

Play stands

Batter out, all runners must return

Batter out, stays at 1st base

Not sure, hope that nobody notices

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