Thanks for the tip on the umpire book Marriad, That's what I need. and as for shin guards, when you order them I'm sure they mention how to measure your leg for the proper fit. And yes, the cup!.......As for rule books, as in hand books, there really aren't any new one. ( I just asked this question in the rules section) You'll have to download 85 plus pages and carry them around in a binder.
Welcome to the ranks of the unappreciated!......You'll have fun!
Love that umpire book. Best value for money and so much nicer than other workaround people use.
I've gone to rule books downloaded on my mobile phone. That works well for me. I assume you can do that for USA Softball - but I don't do that sanction anymore so not sure. It certainly works for NFHS/PGF/USSSA and NCAA.
For the important cup protection, I use Shockdoctor with some Shockdoctor hockey undergarments. Works for me. You thankfully don't take many hits there, but these have absolutely saved me when I have. In general, it tends to happen in lower age groups more than older age groups.