Frequently Asked Questions

How can I get a rulebook?  
Rulebooks are provided to the manager of all ASA registered teams and umpires.   You may purchase a current rulebook for $10 by contacting the Commissioner.

How do I know if a specific softball bat is legal per ASA rules?   
Go to www.asasoftball.com and click on “equipment” and the select “bats”.   There is list of all illegal bats with pictures on the website.

How can I learn more about ASA’s Insurance Program?  
Go back to the homepage and select the Fast Pitch/Junior Olympic side.  Select the”On Line Registration/Insurance” link and it will take to the Bollinger Insurance website.

How can I become an umpire or get umpires to officiate my games?  
Call ASA Metro Cleveland’s Umpire-In-Chief Don Schmook at (216) 398—3353.

My team has a problem with a ruling from our league; can ASA Metro Cleveland help me? 
The ASA has no jurisdiction over local leagues; they choose to affiliate with us.  To resolve league conflicts, you must go through your league director or governing board. 

I’m interested in putting my team in a league, who can I call for information?   
Go to the link titled “Local Leagues” which has registration information.  Or you can click the link “Essential Rules & Directory”.  The directory has a listing of various cities’ softball directors and their phone numbers.

Can I download fact sheets for ASA National Tournaments?  
Yes. Go to www.asassoftball.com and click the “Tournaments” tab.

What is the best method to contact the Commissioner? 
Via e-mail. DonnAddante_ClevelandASA@msn.com