Rule 3 contains apparel requirements and performance safety rules that apply only to cheerleading. This revision to rule 331 was one of five changes recommended by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs baseball rules committee at its june 810 meeting in. Gardner, publisher susie knoblauch, 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. Rules reference nfhs 2015baseball rules changes, rationale. Nfhs rulebooks categories 2020 baseball rules book price. The sleevestights shall be black, white, beige or the predominant color of the uniform and. Rule 1 contains definitions of terms that are used throughout the rules book. The nfhs baseball rules committee and the nfhs board of directors believe there are areas of the game of interscholastic baseball that need to be addressed and given special attention. Nfhs rules official baseball rules rule reference reference rule defense in fair territory at time of pitch with minimum one foot in fair territory except catcher. Cms baseball bat standards for 201415 current iesa baseball bat standards\bats nfhs rule 2 any nonwood bat that has a barrel diameter greater than 2 58 inches is illegal. Baseball rules changes 2015 by nfhs on november 21, 2014 baseball.
For the 2015 high school baseball season, attention is being called to. Rules reference nfhs 2015baseball rules changes, rationale, comments 1. Nfhs 2015 baseball rules changes 151 other rule affected. These concerns are identified as points of emphasis. National federation of state high school associations.
Baseball softball lineup sheets 100 sheets baseball softball scorebook. A balk or illegal pitch results in an immediate dead ball in high school baseball. Facilities because facilities used for high school athletics come in many shapes. The national federation of state high school associations is the only source of official high school interpretations. Apr 27, 2015 2015 nfhs baseball preseason guide sample chapter with the latest nfhs rule and mechanics changes and major points of emphasis, this compact and affordable 16page guide is a great primer fo. Technology has presented coaches and players with a wide variety of devices that can be used for their improvement. No other model rules interpretations should be considered. Download 2015 nfhs baseball rules book book pdf free download link or read online here in pdf. The exterior warning label may be affixedor embossed at the time of manufacture. The nfhs will assist in answering rules questions from state associations whenever called upon. Batting helmets are a key component for minimizing risk in high school baseball. Electronic scorebook must be used only in the bench area.
The game of baseball has developed and technology is more affordable and available. Downloads pdf 2015 nfhs boys lacrosse rules book by. Requests for baseball rule interpretations or explanations should be directed to the state association responsible for the high school baseball program in your state. Anything worn on the arm andor leg is a sleeve, except a knee brace, and shall meet the color restrictions. The batting helmet shall have a nonglare not mirrorlike surface. The catchers helmet shall have a nonglare not mirrorlike surface. Of the many presentday variations on the official baseball rules obr, most adhere rather closely to obr, typically with minor modification to implement safety rules, or otherwise adapt the rules to their level of play.
Official nfhs rules archive baseball rules academy. Beginning with the 2015 high school baseball season, teams will be allowed to use video monitoring or replay equipment for coaching purposes during games. Even rule books for softball adhere rather closely, with the exception, of course, of pitching and baserunning rules. Due to the virus, there will be no baseball rules change process this year. This site is like a library, you could find million book here by using search box in the header. Video permitted rule 331 nfhs rule 331 allows use of video during games. Rules 2019 2019 nfhs softball rules nfhs softball case book pdf illegal re entry of nfhs softball 2019 nfhs softball rule book pdf nfhs 2019 softball rule book 2019 nfhs softball rules book 2019 nfhs softball. National federation of state high school associations the nfhs writes playing rules for 17 sports for boys and girls at the high school level.
An electronic device is defined as any device that accomplishes its purpose electronically. Rule 2 contains general information and safety rules that apply to all spirit groups. They are made and published by the nfhs in response to situations presented. Next article track, cross country rule changes for 2015 16. Tie goes to the runner, presenting a bunt is always a. It is faster to search rules than the book and if there is a related rule it has a hyperlink to the related rule.
Rules reference nfhs 2015 baseball rules changes 151 other rule affected. Clarified the distinction between followthrough interference and backswing interference. Elliot hopkins, mld, caa, 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. Rule 2 note the altering of nonwood bats continues to be an important issue in high school baseball. Use of television monitoring or replay equipment for coaching purposes during the course of the game. These areas of concern are often cyclical, some areas need more attention than others, and that is why they might more. State rules interpreters may contact the nfhs for model rules interpretations. A legal slide can either be feet first or head first.
This revision in rule 1 was one of the four changes recommended by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs baseball rules committee at its june 46 meeting in indianapolis. Rule 186 allows for team personnel to utilize technology more. Clarified the distinction between followthrough interference and backswing. It is critical that the surface of the helmet does not pose any risk for those who are wearing the helmet and for their opponents. The 2020 edition of the rule book will be the rule book for the 2021 baseball season. Arm sleeves, knee sleeves, lower leg sleeves and tights are permissible. Click to download the 2015 preseason basketball guide in pdf format. Nfhs rules should contact the rules interpreter designated by his or her state high school association. Nfhs rules official baseball rules rule reference reference. This is my second year using the eversions of the rule book and case book. They are great resources to have electronically especially since with amazon you can read them on any of your devices. Clarified the compliant type of surface for batting helmets and reaffirmed that batting helmets shall meet the nocsae standard. Nfhs exam answer key 2016 nfhs baseball exam i question answer choice answer text rule reference 1. All books are in clear copy here, and all files are secure so dont worry about it.
Add the word not in the last sentence as noted below. Elliot hopkins, theresia wynns indianapolis, in july 7, 2015 rules changes for the 2016 baseball and softball seasons were made at rules committee meetings last month in indianapolis. When the nfhs passed rule 331 last june, it made 2015 the first season in which high school baseball and softball coaches and players are allowed to record gamesand even have access to this footage while the game is still being played. If there is a balk but the pitcher delivers the ball and the batter hits or runners advance, the resulting action is meaningless because the ball is dead. The nfhs baseball rules committee and the nfhs board of directors believes there are areas of the game of interscholastic baseball that need to be addressed and given special attention. Read online 2015 nfhs baseball rules book book pdf free download link book now. I have it from a very reliable source that there will not be a 2021 edition of the nfhs rule book. This is an advanced routine to be used only after you have progressed from the advanced general conditioning routine and only after you have perfected your exercise techniques. All nonwood bats 31 inches and over in length must meet all of the nfhs standards as detailed in nfhs. If a runner slides feet first, at least one leg and buttock shall be on the ground.
This revision to rule 331 was one of five changes recommended by the national. A player becomes a ball handler when heshe receives the ball. Insoftball,tworuleschangeswererecommendedbythenfhssoftball rules committeeatitsjune16q18meetinginindianapolisandsubsequently. For the 2020 midatlantic baseball association rulebook. It is the responsibility of players and coaches to ensure that bats are not altered. In any other case, a substitute may replace a player of his team when the ball is dead and time has been called. Previously, issuing a warning to an offending coach was optional for umpires, who will. Consistent with current rule 841d2 and should be reflected in the definition. The balk rule in major league baseball was introduced in the softball strength training manual. Elliot hopkins, mld, caa, 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. D the batter is awarded first base for receiving ball four.
Requests for rule interpretations or clarifications should be directed to the state association which is responsible for administering and conducting the high school softball programs in your state. Read online 2015 and 2015 nfhs baseball umpires manual book pdf free download link book now. A high school game is scheduled to be seven innings, unlike major league baseball, where they play nine. The nfhs is the sole and exclusive source of model interpretations of nfhs rules. Baseball rules myths busted warren workman of tackles 3 baseball rules myths. Jul 09, 2015 rules changes for the 2016 baseball and softball seasons were made at rules committee meetings last month in indianapolis. Gardner, publisher theresia wynns, 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. Be outside the designated dugout or bench area if not a batter, runner, on deck batter, in the coachs box or one of the nine players on defense. National federation of state high school associations baseball. It is mandatory for ondeck batters, batters, runners, retired runners, playersstudents in the coaches boxes as well as nonadult batball shaggers to wear a batting helmet that has a nonglare or mirrorlike surface that. B head protector, a mask with a throat protector that meets the nocsae standard, body protector, protective cup male only and baseball protective shinguards. Use of any object in the coachs box other than a stop watch, rule book hard copy and scorebook.
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