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WELCOME TO THE 2008 ASAuUSA-MSF
SOFTBALL SEASON!

Below Information Updated 1/28/08

The Minnesota ASA*USA-MSF serves as the local association for the Amateur Softball Association of America. ASA*USA Softball is recognized by the United States Olympic Committee as the National Governing Body for softball.

Membership Conditions

To receive the services listed below and be eligible to send a representative(s) to ASA-USA post-season tournament play, all of the teams in the league must be members. For example, if a league has sixteen teams, all sixteen teams must be ASA-USA members to receive the membership services listed below. Exception: Class A men's slowpitch teams need not play in an ASA*USA-MSF member league.

Membership Benefits

Insurance Benefits

1. The municipality on whose fields you play is eligible to receive a $2,000,000 general liability insurance policy which covers the municipality for bodily injury or property damage to others arising out of all operations in connection with the activities of an ASA*USA member league or sanctioned tournament. The cost is $210.00. (This is not liquor liability insurance). In addition, coverage is provided for costs of defense suits, legal fees, court costs and investigation costs for all suits alleging bodily injury, property damage, or personal injury to others. Contact MSF offices for application form and waiver requirements.
2. All softball league directors and officers of ASA*USA member softball communities/leagues in which 100% of the teams are ASA-USA registered automatically receive $10,000,000 of liability coverage. Umpire association officers also receive this coverage if there is 100% membership in the ASA*USA by league teams and umpires.
3. All ASA*USA member teams have the option to purchase low-cost team liability and accident insurance. For further details please contact the MSF office.
4. All ASA*USA member umpires who officiate games in which ASA*USA member teams compete are also covered under the terms of the $10,000,000 general liability policy and in addition receive a $100,000 health insurance policy.

Publications/Materials

1. ASA*USA Official Guide and Rule Book
2. MSF Softball Guide and Sanctioned Invitational Tournament Schedule
3. Scorebook
4. ASA*USA Membership I.D. Card
5. Teams may call the MSF "Tournament Hotline" for updated sanctioned tournament information.
6. Web site www.msf1.org.
7. One-year subscription to ASA*USA Softball Magazine.

Uniform Eligibility and Classification Rules
All ASA*USA member teams are governed by a uniform set of eligibility and classification rules which are designed to promote fair play and equalize competition.

Uniform Playing Rules
All ASA*USA member teams compete under the official softball rules as adopted by the Amateur Softball Association. Member teams are encouraged to contribute to the development of the game by suggesting rule changes to their local commissioner.

Guaranteed Amateur Eligibility
The ASA*USA is recognized by the United States Olympic Committee as the national governing body of softball and the Federation adheres to rules which guarantee the amateur eligibility of its players. This is extremely critical to young players who have high school and college eligibility remaining.

Championship Competition
The ASA*USA conducts district, state, regional, area and national tournaments in over 35 different levels and divisions of play. Teams are eligible (through their registered league) to compete in post-season tournaments.

Settlement of Protests
If your league so desires, a member of the ASA*USA Umpire-In-Chief staff will serve as your league’s rule interpreter.

Technical Assistance
Members of the ASA*USA staff are available to provide expertise in the development of by-laws, league and tournament schedules and general assistance.

Qualified Officials
The ASA*USA is continually striving to improve the understanding and quality of officiating. ASA*USA umpires are required to attend an annual rule interpretation clinic. Players are also encouraged to attend a rule interpretation clinic.

Sanctioned Invitational Tournaments
The ASA*USA sanctions weekend invitational tournaments to assure your team receives a quality experience and fair treatment. The ASA*USA works closely with the tournament directors to assure a successful event.

MSF is a Clearinghouse
The MSF is affiliated with other state and national organizations which promote amateur/recreational sports.

Annual Meeting
Option to attend the MSF Annual Meeting.

Voice in Your Program
Voting representation on the MSF Board of Directors.

Promotion of Softball
By joining the ASA*USA, your league is helping your organization improve and promote the game of softball. The ASA*USA, as the National Governing Body for Softball, is instrumental in the promotion and development of the sport not only on a national level but on an international level as well. The ASA*USA promotes the sport in your community and works for better facilities and league programs.

Olympic Recognition
All athletes competing in ASA*USA-MSF competition are eligible to be considered for membership on the USA team in Olympic and international competition.