NVSUA
MISSION STATEMENT
Nobscot Valley Softball Umpires Association, Inc. (NVSUA) was formally established in the mid 1960's. NVSUA is a 501(c)3 organization. We are affiliated and governed by the policies and playing rules of USA Softball and are recognized by MIAA which follow NFHS rules.
OBJECTIVES
1. Train men and women to administer USA Softball playing rules in the capacity of umpire to players within
town/leagues that are under the jurisdiction of NVSUA.
2. Promote a safe and enjoyable environment for all players/towns/leagues registered with USA Softball.
3. Work with coaches and players to increase their knowledge of softball.
NVSUA ASSIGNOR / BOARD MEMBER
Jack Moore (jmkbi2407@gmail.com)
GAME RULES & DIRECTIONS
All Umpires should use USA Softball Rules for all games. NVSUA no longer receives league/town rules.
Please see CHEAT SHEET for Umpire Responsibilities and Pre-Game Questions
All Field Directions can be found on Arbiter
UMPIRE LINKS
WEBSITES
RULES/MANUALS
USA Softball 2025 Exam (CODE: 1424)
USA Softball 2025 Rule Changes
USA Softball 2025 Rule Differences
NFHS (National Federation - High School)
2023 MIAA Softball Modifications
ARBITER SPORTS
At the beginning of the year, you should go into Arbiter and block out those dates that you know you will be unavailable. Whenever your availability changes, you need to log into Arbiter and update your availability. This will assist our assigners in assigning you games that you can actually work, rather than games you have to turn back in.
Doing a two-umpire game? You can see who your partner is going to be by going into Arbiter and clicking on the Game # in the far left column. The name, email & phone number will be shown.