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STEEL CLEATS ALLOWED IN HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALL!
2008 NFHS Rule Changes & Press Release (download print copy below)
Clarification of Obstruction rule - NFHS
ASA Approved and Non Approved Bats Lists
The DP Rule Explained
What Makes a Helmet Legal?
All helmets shall have extended ear flaps which cover both ears and temple. All helmets must have a permanently affixed NOCSAE stamp and legible exterior warning label. All helmets must be equipped with a NOCSAE approved face protector. The phrase, “meets NOCSAE Standard” must be permanently affixed to the face protector. [That could be in sticker form, provided it is permanently affixed.]
Softballs Legal for High School Competition
Balls must be .47 COR & 375 Compression
It must be printed on the ball.
Balls must have one or the other of these marks. They may have both but only need one.
Balls may be Yellow Optic or White. The specification of color, COR and compression shall be identical for all balls used for each game.
Bats Legal for High School Competition

Must meet the 2004 ASA Bat Performance Standard, bear either the 2000 or the 2004 certification mark AND NOT be listed on the current  ASA Non Approved Bat list
 

DOWNLOADS
2009 NFHS Rule Changes (download .pdf)
2009 NFHS Rule Changes - Addresses Pitchers and Batters (download .pdf)
2008 NFHS Rule Changes & Press Release
Power Point Presentation of the DP Rule
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