Rules, information and resources for USSSA fastpitch umpires
     

USSSA Rulebook

2012 Eleventh Edition Rules
Note: The online rule book supersedes the printed rule book

Changes in 2012 Edition Playing Rules - updated 2/2012
List of changes and explanations of changes from the previous printed rule book

Rule Changes after Eleventh Edition Playing Rules printed – None to date
Corrections, Updates, etc. to the rule book made after the rule book was printed

Clarifications & Interpretations - updated 2/2011
Understanding the Rules of the Game

   

Umpire Resources

     2010 Fast Pitch Case Book

     2010 Fast Pitch Mechanics Manual

     Licensed Bats

     Rule Differences USSSA, NFHS, ASA, NCAA
   

Umpire Test

     2012 Umpire Test

     Fast Pitch Umpire Exam Answer Sheet

     Fast Pitch Test Answers - Submit Answer Sheet to Frank Walz
    

World Series

So how do you become a World Series Umpire?

The process begins locally with your State UIC nominating you through your Regional UIC to the World Series Tournament UIC. The World Series Tournament UIC makes selections based on nominations and the number of Umpires needed. Unfortunately the number of Umpires required is directly proportional to the number of teams. The number of teams is often not finalized until very late.

Start at the local level by improving your skills, making yourself available and letting your intentions be known to your UIC - Frank Walz.

     2012 World Series Locations