Defensive coaches shall not be allowed on the field of play and shall coach from the dugout. Pitcher's Line: There shall be a line drawn from the pitcher's circle to the safety arc. Protests will be heard and ruled on by a tournament committee. 1/2018) 1. Such pressure would include, but is not limited to, compressing the bat, rolling the bat, vicing the bat or hitting the bat against an object such as a tree or pole. The fact that the individual did not know that the bat was altered is not a factor in imposing the suspension. The pitching coach shall position himself as not to be an obstruction to the defensive team on any possible play once the ball has been hit. 13U: Games will be be played on 54x80 or 60x90 as specified per event, 14U: All Core events (Red Flag) will be played on 60x90. The use of ANY tobacco or any electronic smoking devices such as e-cigarettes, vape pens or atomizers shall be prohibited by all participants (including but not limited to players, manager, coaches, umpires) within the confines of the playing field and dugouts. USSSA encourages its directors, umpires, coaches, referees, teams, team managers, and all adults involved in youth activities and participants to learn all they can about concussions in athletics and requires each of them and each of the USSSA directors to follow all federal, state and local laws (including concussion training and reaction laws) with regard to athletic competition sanctioned by USSSA. Penalty: If a coach violates this rule after the ball is pitched, obstruction shall be called. If the player pitches three and one-third (3 1/3) or more innings in one (1) day, the player cannot legally pitch the next day. PDF 8U Coach 9U 10U 11U 12U 13U/14U 16U/18U Base Distance Pitching - Go.com If both parents are suspended, the player even after his suspension has ended pursuant to USSSA Rules 13.02.C.1 and/or13.02.C.2 cannot participate in USSSA sanctioned activities until the suspension of one of the players parents has also ended or until the player reaches the age of eighteen (18) years old. Bat Guidelines | USA Baseball In the event of severe head trauma in a USSSA sanctioned activity, the injured person will not be moved, and an ambulance will be called, unless otherwise directed by a qualified medical professional. 9U & 10U GHVBL Rules - Greater Hudson Valley Baseball League Players are responsible for their equipment and must clean such substances off of their bats so that the substance does not add to the thickness of the bat or obscure any Key Graphics Information about the bat. Playing rules not specifically covered herein, shall be governed by The Official MLB Rules of Baseball National League. Tournament format is subject to change at any time if deemed necessary and will be determined based on the fairest outcome for all teams. ONLYTWOschool grade exemptions per team will be allowed for players who are in the 1st grade who turn 8 years old before May 1st, 2023. Baseball Official Rules And Policies - Game Day USA Malicious contact is solely up to the discretion of the Umpire. Playing Field: Distance between bases is 65 feet Pitching mound will be 44 feet from back tip of home plate. Run Differential with a maximum of (8) Descending, The playing field shall be laid out according to the recommended dimensions contained within these rules. A player that pitches more than three (3) innings in one day MUST rest the next day. If games are not resumed, they will become suspended or called official. Leagues may have multiple All-Star teams in any age division. A tie is equal to a win and loss for each team. Such behavior shall include but not limited to: Courtesy runners can be used for the Pitcher and Catcher at any time but must be a VALID SUBSTITUTE. A runner is out for leaving the base before the ball is hit or reaches home plate. A game can be finished with 8 players. Babe Ruth League Tournament Pitching Regulations An individual must know that his bat is. Infield fly rules do not apply. Time does not have to be called by the defense for the purpose of this rule. Bats may not have any certifying markings or graphics worn off the bat. All players, coaches, managers, sponsors and spectators are expected to conduct themselves in a sportsmanlike manner at all times. . The Shamrock Spectacular III (7:00 AM - 4:00 PM) is a USSSA Fast Pitch event in Wilkes Barre, PA and will be held from 03/12/2023 to 03/12/2023 In World Series play, time limits may be used in pool play and consolation bracket games with approval of the Baseball Committee Chairman. Also, any player turning 12 prior to September 1st will not be eligible. 7.02.E.7(c). equipment rules. The ball shall be declared dead before making the award. The defensive team may correct this rules infraction at any time by substituting a legal pitcher without penalty. For example, if the end cap is in any way loose or appears damaged, the bat should be removed from play for being a damaged bat. Time limit for all games is 1 hour and 20 minutes. Time does not have to be called by the defense for the purpose of this rule. A player found to be playing on multiple teams in the same weekend, anytime during the USSSA event, both teams MAY be disqualified and put in last place. Please be reminded that unsportsmanlike conduct can result in a game or tournament suspension in the discretion of the Umpire or tournament director and up to a year suspension in the discretion of the State Director. In all 14U Events all Players and all Teams must use a max drop 5 (-5) bat. A game not completed before the night break pursuant to USSSA Rules 7.03.D shall be a suspended game. There should never be more than 4 coaches in the bench area. If a runner slides feet first, at least one leg and buttock shall be on the ground prior to contact with the fielder. PDF EVENT AND PITCHING RULES - img.mlbstatic.com To eliminate scoring disputes scorekeepers should check with the official scorer during and after the game. Rules; Baseball . If still tied Total runs scored in pool play, If still tied Total runs allowed subtracting game with most runs allowed in pool play, If still tied Total runs allowed minus two games with most runs allowed in pool play, If still tied Runs scored inning by inning starting with first game until one team has more runs after a complete inning starting with pool games. Pool play overall record (winning percentage), If two teams are tied -Head to Head winner. A runner starting from 1st or 2nd Base may advance home as a batted ball continuation of a play (there is not a mandatory ""red light"" at 3rd Base for a play in motion). endobj Players shall only appear on one (1) Official Online League Roster. Teams may play with 10 players on defense, 4 outfielders. Players who turn 6 prior to May 1 of the current season are not eligible. 7U Division Players who turn 8 prior to May 1 of the current season are not eligible. VBA rec follows CR tournament pitch count rules. It will be posted on our website: eabaseball.com His spot in the batting order WILL BE AN AUTOMATIC OUT EACH TIME. lightning detector, working on fields, etc. A batter who swings after showing bunt shall be called out and no runners may advance. Molded balls without a traditional cover will be allowed in USSSA play but will require at least 6 weeks of field testing by USSSA and written approval of USSSA in advance of applying the USSSA Mark to such balls, which written approval may add additional performance/design requirements not otherwise applicable to other USSSA licensed balls. If there is a contradiction with language found in any printed copy of this addendum and the version most recently updated online, the online version shall supersede. Approved Ruling: A ninth (9th) & tenth (10th) player and all subsequent players may be added to the bottom of the batting line-up as soon as they become available. Batters can advance to first base on a dropped 3rd strike and infield fly rule will apply. The objective of USSSA Rec Baseball shall be to organize and promote youth and adult baseball, to perpetuate the interest and love of the game. (District, State, Area, Regional, and World Series) Replacing the grip, adding tape or adding a build up to the handle is not considered altering a bat. No protest shall be allowed following the game. Competing under an assumed, false and/or altered name. The bat has been subjected to pressure in a manner that exceeds that of striking the bat at game speed swing speed against a USSSA approved ball traveling at game speeds. will be awarded based on PG Seeding and Tie Breaker Rules. If the DH enters the game on defense, the player he was batting for must come out of the game. Rule 8.08 Penalty: The play continues. stream Awards and Coach Suspensions: If an owner / user chooses to submit a suspected altered bat to the USSSA Altered Bat Committee or Manufacturer no awards may be given to the team until the bat is determined not to be altered. a. A team should do everything within their power to start the game with 9 eligible players. For example, if at the end of the barrel next to the taper where there are no graphics the bat paint is worn off and the underlying bat material is exposed, that bat should be removed from play for being too worn. Runs Allowed Ascending 6) Avg. No pitcher shall appear in three games in the same day,regardless of pitch counts. Any participant that is ejected by an umpire after a contest is completed must sit the next scheduled game. If not, the individual can be suspended from USSSA activities for using or owning an altered bat. All pitchers must adhere to the pitch count rest requirements before pitching in another tournament game. However, those players must be born on/after January 1, 2013 to be eligible. After the Director, Altered Bat Committee and Manufacturer examination of a bat to determine if it is altered have all been completed, or upon the decision of the owner / user to not allow further inspection of the bat pursuant to USSSA Rules 13.02.C.1 and / or 13.02.C.2, the bat shall be returned to the owner. The EH and XH may bat at any spot in the order. The DH would normally bat for one player and any of that players substitutes on defense for the original player. Regardless of the number of players you have. National Championship Sports | Baseball | NCS First Pitch Applicable to Red Events only: No two teams from the same organization will match-up in their first playoff game unless the game is affected by a bye (Applicable to brackets with 9+ teams). the home team has scored more runs after two and one half (2 1/2) innings the game shall be declared a complete game. The pitching coach shall not verbally or physically coach while in the pitching position. Teams may bunt a maximum of two (2) times per inning. 10U Travel Baseball Guide - Baseball Connections All offensive players shall use a double ear-flap batting helmet whenever at bat, on deck, on base or any other time outside of the dugout and the ball is live and in play. Non-wood and multi-piece wood bats must be BBCOR or USABat certified. If an individual uses an altered bat in USSSA sanctioned play or is the owner of an altered bat that is brought into a USSSA facility, the suspensions pursuant to USSSA Rules 13.02.C.1 and / or 13.02.C.2 shall be imposed without regard to what the individual actually knew about the altered bat. home team shall cease batting and the game shall end. The pitching coach must be in contact with the chalked/permanent pitchers rubber while, pitching. PLAYER PITCH RULES 7U/8U. Balk Rule Protests on uniforms shall not be allowed. A player that is found to be illegal due to an age violation during or after a league or tournament game, shall result in the offending team losing the game(s), team and player being ejected from the tournament, team being placed last in the standings and forfeiting all awards, points, sponsors travel money, and berths that would have been or have been awarded. A pitcher that pitches in a game and records no outs is not charged with any innings pitched. USA bats are approved. Umpire Membership: An Umpire registration fee shall be paid yearly to officiate in the USSSA Baseball program. If the Manufacturer or the USSSA Altered Bat Committee. Leading off or stealing is allowed when the ball enters the hitting zone. We feel as though coaches are responsible for kids arm safety not OTC Sports. ONLYTWOschool grade exemptions per team will be allowed for players who are in the 7th grade who turn 14 years old before May 1st, 2023. Gary Redus set the all-time single-season record for baseball's highest single-season average in 1978, with a 462 BA. school grade exemptions per team will be allowed for players who are in the 2nd grade who turn 9 years old before May 1st, 2023. The team WILL be disqualified and put in last place. Upon becoming aware that a participant or coach/manager of his team has received a suspected concussion (or has been struck in the head area with any significant force), the Team Manager will not allow that person to participate in any USSSA sanctioned event and if occurring during a USSSA sanctioned event, shall have that person removed from the playing field of any USSSA sanctioned event. In addition to the player being suspended for unsportsmanlike conduct, coaches of youth teams may also be so suspended when their players attempt to bat with such bats. The defensive player being hit for can also re-enter the game one time if subbed for. For each team's pool games the home team will be predetermined. For example, even if the only graphics that have worn off are not Key Graphic Information and are only items such as the patent no., a manufacturer logo, or the approval mark of another association, the bat should be removed from play for being too worn. Note: Players in 12U and younger divisions must wear a catchers helmet that fully covers both ears. 8u Machine Pitch Specific Rules; 8u Kid Pitch Specific Rules; 7-8u Coach Pitch . Pool play games can end in a tie if the time limit is up or a complete game has been played. For example, even if the only graphics that have worn off are not Key Graphic Information and are only items such as the patent no., a manufacturer logo, or the approval mark of another association, the bat should be removed from play for being too worn. ONE DAY MAXIMUM: The maximum number of innings a player can legally pitch in one (1) day. Players shall be permitted to participate with an All-Star team and an A, AA, AAA or Major tournament team. For the season, Keith Hagman set the record for the highest average in College Baseball with 551 points. All USSSA marked bats made by a USSSA approved manufacturer must be available to the public for purchase. National High School Federation Baseball Rules will be enforced with the following exceptions. A.3. Adopted Spring 2022 . Participation in, Profits from, or Encouraging the Altering of USSSA Marked Bats: Anyone who participates in, profits from, or encourages the altering of USSSA marked bats shall be suspended indefinitely from all USSSA activities, until the offending party has satisfied all requests of the USSSA Altered Bat Committee with respect to his altered bat activities including but not limited to publicly swearing under penalties of perjury to never again participate in, profit from, or encourage the altering of USSSA marked bats. No infield will be allowed during the tournaments. The tournament director can extend the 1 hour if there are extenuating circumstances, i.e. A ninth (9th) player and all subsequent players may be added to the bottom of the batting line-up as soon as they become available. COACH PITCH . Any spectator, coach, manager, or player who is ejected for the second time during the tournament will be eliminated from participating for the remainder of the tournament. endobj 8.16, Runners shall not lead-off or steal bases. No outfielder shall assume an infield position. Second place teams will always be taken ahead of 3rd place teams for wild cards, 3rd place ahead of 4th place, etc. Players who turn 8 prior to May 1 of the current season are not eligible. Championship games will be played with regular extra innings through the time limit. For example, while bats shall surely get dirt on them under normal use and may have pine tar added to the grip, if the dirt or pine tar obscures Key Graphic Information or adds to the thickness of the bat, such bats cannot be used in USSSA play until the dirt or pine tar has been removed to the extent necessary to make all such Key Graphic Information readable and the bat not have increased thickness. Roster Batting will be required during the ENTIRE tournament. If the Umpire discovers that a bat has been used to put a ball in play and before the next legal pitch, the defensive team shall have the choice of the result of play or the batter being called out and all runners returning to the base occupied at the time of the pitch. And if the worn / abused / damaged / foreign substance is apparent enough that the batter should have been aware of it, the batter may be so suspended for bringing such a bat into the batters box without having been warned in advance. Dixie Boys Baseball Pitch Count Questions & Answers ONE DAY MAXIMUM TO PITCH THE NEXT DAY: The maximum number of innings a player can legally pitch in one (1) day and still pitch the next day. Each case will be looked at by the teams State Director to determine if the player is ineligible. 13.02.C.9(c), No bat is legal for USSSA sanctioned play, if the paint has been worn through and the actual bat material is showing. The base runners will be placed as follows: Last hitter from previous inning @ 1st Base, Hitter before him in the lineup @ 2nd Base, Hitter before that in the lineup @ 3rd Base. Only the Head Director can call a forfeit. A runner is out for leaving the base before the ball is hit or reaches home plate. ONE DAY MAXIMUM: The maximum number of innings a player can legally pitch in one (1) day. Tournament Participation: In all USSSA Baseball sanctioned tournaments, teams shall qualify for State Championships and / or World Series play. 12U Division 12.01.C. Rule 7.05.B.2 Example: In the 7U 12U age divisions, a player may legally pitch a maximum of six (6) innings in one (1) day. Without a written medical written clearance from a licensed medical doctor to return to play, such persons will not be allowed to return to the USSSA playing field in a USSSA sanctioned event. 7.01.G. The fact that the individual did not know that the bat was altered is not a factor in imposing the suspension. #Eyk;E0~nJjt)0xQ#"Z/D/D)'N;~B'gp5:YsUD}Ap?MD,[JXFp.xJiR/[&eQ$PweETQja:de\upk #.1T_?Y/pV y9 N1N499gpvTFbmi@%4~IC( WL!fQyLPJPz. Time begins after the 1st pitch. Courtesy runner for catcher only. Pitching mound visits will remain 2 coaches visits per inning, with the second coaches visit to the same pitcher in the same inning resulting in a pitching change. Should a team not be able to begin with 9 players a game may begin with 8 players with the 9th lineup spot being an automatic out. Individualized graphics (such as a team name, different color, player name or number only changes for a team or player), however, do not constitute custom bats for purposes of this rule. Non-starters are not allowed to re-enter. Umpires shall call Time after every play and declare the ball dead. All coaches should make sure the tournament committee has current contact info. Field Dimensions Pitching rubber: 46 feet from the back of home plate Basepath: 60 feet Distance from home to 2nd base: 85 feet Player Participation Tournament hosts have the authority to eject a player, fans, or team anytime during a tournament of committing any of the above listed offenses. No new inning will start after 1 hour and 40 minutes has elapsed from the official start time. (Run Rules still apply). All-Star teams may be chosen by any method. The ninth (9th) & tenth (10th) positions in the batting order shall be declared an out each turn at bat. Pool Play / Tie Breaker Criteria: Once advanced to subsequent tie breaker criteria, do not return to a previous criteria. If the Manufacturer or the USSSA Altered Bat Committee Chairman determines that the bat has been altered, the Altered Bat Committee Chairman in consultation with the Director who inspected the bat at the USSSA facility may suspend a first-time offender for up to five (5) years from USSSA play. Alternatively, the owner/user can allow the bat to be inspected so a conclusion can be formed as to whether the bat was altered. Texas Tie Breaker, last 3 hitters on base with 1 out. For example, if at the end of the barrel next to the taper where there are no graphics the bat paint is worn off and the underlying bat material is exposed, that bat should be removed from play for being too worn. Run spreads for all games: 12 runs after 3 innings; 8 runs after 4 innings. school grade exemptions per team will be allowed for players who are in the 3rd grade who turn 10 years old before May 1st, 2023. The DH role for a team is terminated for the rest of the game if: A replaced DH re-enters the game on defense (the acting DH is disqualified from further participation. The Panther Baseball Club 7U. Such line-up must be declared before the start of the game and used the entire game. An imposed Mercy (run) Rule shall be used to complete a regulation game when one teams margin of lead is greater than or equal to the listed run differential in the corresponding listed start inning. No inning can start after the time limit. Umpires shall call Time after every play and declare the ball dead. 10U BASEBALL RULES (Rev. A protest may be filed at any point after the pitcher in violation records any out beyond his legal limit AND while the pitcher in violation is in the game as the pitcher of record. Bats that have certifying or identifying markings worn off the bat shall be removed from play. Pool Play / Tie Breaker Criteria: Once advanced to subsequent tie breaker criteria, do not return to a previous criteria. BYBSA REC 10U KID PITCH BASEBALL RULES & REGULATIONS Player Age: Intended age is 9 and 10 years old An 8 year old may play up an age if deemed ready by parent or guardian. The defensive player listed as pitcher shall not leave the pitching circle until the ball is hit. A batter that shows bunt is committed to an attempt to bunt or take the pitch. Time shall be called as soon as all runners are not attempting to advance. 2) RAINOUTS - A decision to cancel games due to weather will be made at 4:30pm. If the last pitch is fouled, the batter gets an additional pitch. Replacement by anyone else results in an altered bat with potential suspension for the owner/user of the bat. An Intentional Walk may be issued upon announcement from either the pitcher or catcher without throwing pitches. This organization shall be known as USSSA Rec Baseball. However, those players must be born on/after January 1, 2009 to be eligible. And if the worn / abused / damaged / foreign substance is apparent enough that the batter should. However, those players must be born on/after January 1, 2014 to be eligible. A team may score a maximum of seven (7) runs per inning. **, A bat which has been subjected to change in its physical makeup outside the original manufacturers product. Time shall be called as soon as the lead runner is not attempting to advance. Pitching Circle: There shall be a ten (10) foot diameter circle with the front edge set at forty-two (42) feet from the rear point of home plate. 14U: 60/90. Players, coaches, managers, fans, spectators, or sponsors threatening an umpire, tournament official, associate director, or associate officer with physical harm. Metal cleats cannot be worn for divisions 12U and younger. Coach pitch plays 60 feet bases. ONLYTWOschool grade exemptions per team will be allowed for players who are in the 5th grade who turn 12 years old before May 1st, 2023. Any player catching must wear all necessary protective gear including a catchers helmet with a facemask, throat guard (separately attached or built in), chest protector, chin/leg guards, and an athletic supporter. Descending (more than 2 teams tied, skip this tie breaker), 6) Avg. 6U Division Players who turn 7 prior to May 1 of the current season are not eligible. The infield fly rule and dropped third strike rule shall not be enforced. USSSA reserves the right to deny admission to or eject any person/team who USSSA, in its sole discretion, determines poses a risk to the health and safety of other participants, officials, or spectators and/or whose conduct violates any applicable code of conduct, or whose conduct is otherwise disruptive or disorderly. However, those players must be born on/after January 1, 2015 to be eligible. . Using unsportsmanlike conduct or abusive language, symbol tactics, or derogatory or unbecoming acts. However, those players must be born on/after January 1, 2013 to be eligible. Once the bat has been returned to the owner, no appeal can be made with respect to whether the bat is altered or not. Bat / ball boys / girls under the age of eighteen (18) shall not be permitted. Violation of such an oath shall result in permanent suspension from all USSSA activities.
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