cysa 2008 general softball rules

CYSA 2008 General CYSA 2008 General Softball RulesSoftball Rules

Section A The league will offer two playing seasons each year.

Section B Summer league play will begin no earlier than April 1Summer league play will begin no earlier than April 1stst and will be completed no and will be completed no later then July 31st or as the league determines.later then July 31st or as the league determines.•Practice begins the first Saturday in March.Practice begins the first Saturday in March.

Section C Fall league play begins no earlier than the first Saturday after Labor Day and Fall league play begins no earlier than the first Saturday after Labor Day and ends no later than October 31ends no later than October 31st st or as the league determines.or as the league determines.

Section D The Athletic Associations Softball Director will pass all league information including rules, clarification, meeting times, dates and related business to their team coaches.

Section E Any team not represented at the MANDATORY Spring Coaches Meeting shall forfeit the right to make any protests in the CYSA programs. •An exception will be made for a new team joining after the meeting.

Article I - General RegulationsArticle I - General Regulations

Section A Any game rained out, forfeits or postponed for any reason does not count for the Any game rained out, forfeits or postponed for any reason does not count for the suspension.suspension.

ArticleArticle II - Penalties II - Penalties

Section ASection A The home team will:The home team will:1.1.furnish game balls and is responsible for field conditions, including furnishing furnish game balls and is responsible for field conditions, including furnishing bases andbases and2.2.also measure the distances for bases and pitching.also measure the distances for bases and pitching.

Section BSection B The schedules for league play show which team is:The schedules for league play show which team is:1.1.home (1home (1stst base dugout) and base dugout) and2.2.away (3away (3rdrd base dugout). base dugout).

Section CSection C There will be No infield or outfield practice or warm up after game time: 6:30 pm There will be No infield or outfield practice or warm up after game time: 6:30 pm Monday thru Friday; 10:00 am Saturdays and Sundays. Monday thru Friday; 10:00 am Saturdays and Sundays. •Any infield or outfield practice or warm-up must be done before game time. Any infield or outfield practice or warm-up must be done before game time.

Section DSection D The slow pitch pitcher has one (1) warm-up pitch after the first inning and the fast The slow pitch pitcher has one (1) warm-up pitch after the first inning and the fast pitch pitcher gets five (5).pitch pitcher gets five (5).

Section ESection E New pitchers will get 5 warm-up pitches.New pitchers will get 5 warm-up pitches.

Section FSection F If the Umpire is not at the field at game time, both coaches MUST agree on an If the Umpire is not at the field at game time, both coaches MUST agree on an umpire. umpire. •The umpire chosen must be a league official or a coach in CYSA. The umpire chosen must be a league official or a coach in CYSA. •The winning team coach is to call the Division Commissioner to report the umpire The winning team coach is to call the Division Commissioner to report the umpire no-show, furnishing the date, field, time and the name and address of the person no-show, furnishing the date, field, time and the name and address of the person to be paid for umpiring the game.to be paid for umpiring the game.

Article III - MiscellaneousArticle III - Miscellaneous

Section GSection G Only Only CYSACYSA coaches and CYSA coaches and CYSA registeredregistered players will be allowed in the dugout players will be allowed in the dugout during games. during games. •Coach will be suspended a minimum of one (1) game for violation of this rule.Coach will be suspended a minimum of one (1) game for violation of this rule.

Section HSection H Other than the Pitcher and Catcher, players in the Field may be stationed Other than the Pitcher and Catcher, players in the Field may be stationed anywhere they choose on Fair Ground as each pitch is made. anywhere they choose on Fair Ground as each pitch is made. Does not apply to Does not apply to 6/8 & under.6/8 & under.

Section ISection I Coaches are responsible for the behavior of their players.Coaches are responsible for the behavior of their players.

Article III - MiscellaneousArticle III - Miscellaneous

Section A Section A All regulation games are scheduled for 7 innings;All regulation games are scheduled for 7 innings;

1.1. no new inning after 1hr. & 20 minutes for all ages for spring, orno new inning after 1hr. & 20 minutes for all ages for spring, or2.2. no new inning after 1 hr & 10 minutes for all ages fall ball except 6 & 8 and no new inning after 1 hr & 10 minutes for all ages fall ball except 6 & 8 and

under; orunder; or3.3. no new inning after 1 hr for 6 & 8 and under fall ball, time permitting.no new inning after 1 hr for 6 & 8 and under fall ball, time permitting.4. At the end of the time limit if one team is too far ahead for the other to catch up

then the game is over. 5.5. A new inning begins after the sixth (6A new inning begins after the sixth (6 thth) out of the previous inning. ) out of the previous inning. 6.6. If tied at the end of regulation and time permits, extra innings will be played. If tied at the end of regulation and time permits, extra innings will be played. 7.7. Games can end in ties with ½ win and ½ loss given to each team. Games can end in ties with ½ win and ½ loss given to each team.

Section B Section B If a team is not at the field 10 minutes after scheduled game time, the team will If a team is not at the field 10 minutes after scheduled game time, the team will forfeit. forfeit. •This "grace period” is for the first scheduled game only. This "grace period” is for the first scheduled game only. •Clock starts at scheduled game time. Clock starts at scheduled game time. •Later games played on the same date have no "grace periods". Later games played on the same date have no "grace periods".

Section C Section C If a team doesn’t show up for their game and the coach hasn’t notified their If a team doesn’t show up for their game and the coach hasn’t notified their commissioner to let them know they will not be showing up, will be suspended. commissioner to let them know they will not be showing up, will be suspended. •Coach will be suspended a minimum of two (2) game for violation of this rule.Coach will be suspended a minimum of two (2) game for violation of this rule.•This applies to tournaments, Opening Day and playoffs too.•The umpire must sign the scorebook.

Article IV - Time for Game/Complete GameArticle IV - Time for Game/Complete Game

Section DSection D Games will be considered complete:Games will be considered complete:

1.1. after 4 innings (3 1/2 if home team is ahead) or.after 4 innings (3 1/2 if home team is ahead) or.

2.2. one-hour playing time due to weather or darkness (including light failures). one-hour playing time due to weather or darkness (including light failures).

3.3. The final score will revert back to the last inning completed and the game will The final score will revert back to the last inning completed and the game will be considered a complete game if a winner can be determined.be considered a complete game if a winner can be determined.

4.4. Suspended games will be resumed from the point of suspension.Suspended games will be resumed from the point of suspension.

5.5. Once a game has started, it can never be restarted from the beginning.Once a game has started, it can never be restarted from the beginning.

6.6. If the team second at bat (The home team) has not scored more runs, or does If the team second at bat (The home team) has not scored more runs, or does not score as many or more runs in the half of the uncompleted inning to tie or not score as many or more runs in the half of the uncompleted inning to tie or win the game, the game reverts to the last inning that was fully completed.win the game, the game reverts to the last inning that was fully completed.

Article IV - Time for Game/Complete GameTime for Game/Complete Game

Section ASection A Prior to the beginning of the game and once the game begins; the decision to play Prior to the beginning of the game and once the game begins; the decision to play the game is the responsibility of the the game is the responsibility of the umpireumpire. .

Section BSection B Both teams must report rainouts to the Division Commissioner within 24 hours even Both teams must report rainouts to the Division Commissioner within 24 hours even if all fields are closed or they will forfeit the game. (Not applicable for fall ball)if all fields are closed or they will forfeit the game. (Not applicable for fall ball)

Section CSection C Games will be re-scheduled with a minimum of a 36-hour notice.Games will be re-scheduled with a minimum of a 36-hour notice.

Section DSection D If the field you are scheduled to play on has not been closed by Chesterfield If the field you are scheduled to play on has not been closed by Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation Dept., CYSA or an umpire, your team must show up County Parks and Recreation Dept., CYSA or an umpire, your team must show up at the field with at least eight (8) players to play the game. at the field with at least eight (8) players to play the game. •If not you forfeit the game.If not you forfeit the game.

Section ESection E If the early game is postponed due to rain, so is the late game and you do not have If the early game is postponed due to rain, so is the late game and you do not have to show up.to show up.

Section FSection F Players present are part of the batting order and the batting order remains the Players present are part of the batting order and the batting order remains the same (no out is called if a player in the original lineup is absent at the make-up same (no out is called if a player in the original lineup is absent at the make-up game).game).

Section GSection G You may pull up players to keep from forfeiting a make-up or rained out game.You may pull up players to keep from forfeiting a make-up or rained out game.•A player may only play up one-age division higher then her age.A player may only play up one-age division higher then her age.

Section HSection H Any player that was not present at the original rained out game; must be treated as Any player that was not present at the original rained out game; must be treated as a late arrival and be put at the bottom of the lineup.a late arrival and be put at the bottom of the lineup.

Article V - Rainouts/Makeup GamesArticle V - Rainouts/Makeup Games

Section ISection I Any regular season games including rain outs (excluding forfeits) that are not Any regular season games including rain outs (excluding forfeits) that are not played will be scored as a tie. played will be scored as a tie.

Section JSection J Games rained out:Games rained out:1.1. before Wednesday will be rescheduled that weekend. before Wednesday will be rescheduled that weekend. 2.2. Wednesday or later will be rescheduled the following weekend. Wednesday or later will be rescheduled the following weekend.

Section ESection E The make-up games will be posted Wednesday night. The make-up games will be posted Wednesday night. • Check your schedule for the changes. Check your schedule for the changes.

Article V - Rainouts/Makeup GamesArticle V - Rainouts/Makeup Games

Section ASection A Any roster player may play defense at any time. Any roster player may play defense at any time. •A player may not sit on the bench for two consecutive defensive innings. A player may not sit on the bench for two consecutive defensive innings. •If protested and found in violation of this rule, the coach will be suspended. If protested and found in violation of this rule, the coach will be suspended.

1.1. Coach will be suspended a minimum of two (2) games, second Coach will be suspended a minimum of two (2) games, second violation will result in suspension for the season including fall ball for violation will result in suspension for the season including fall ball for violation of this rule.violation of this rule.

Section BSection B In case of injury during the game or a player becomes sick, the player may be dropped from the line-up and no out charged. (Does not apply to 6/8 & under)•Once a player is dropped they cannot go back in the game.Once a player is dropped they cannot go back in the game.•If they leave for any other reason, including ejection, an out will be charged.If they leave for any other reason, including ejection, an out will be charged.

Article VI - Defensive Must Play RuleArticle VI - Defensive Must Play Rule

Section ASection A A double base will be used whenever available. A double base will be used whenever available. • On a batted ball with a play at first, the defensive player uses the white base, On a batted ball with a play at first, the defensive player uses the white base,

and, to avoid collision, the batter/runner uses the orange base on the first and, to avoid collision, the batter/runner uses the orange base on the first attempt at first base.attempt at first base.

• If runner tags the white part of the base an out will be If runner tags the white part of the base an out will be called called except:except:1.1. Returning to the base after over running,Returning to the base after over running,2.2. Running on a base hit to the outfield (Runner may touch the red or white Running on a base hit to the outfield (Runner may touch the red or white

part)part)..3.3. Re-tag to advance on a fly ball.Re-tag to advance on a fly ball.

Section BSection B A courtesy runner (the last player called out) may be used for an injured A courtesy runner (the last player called out) may be used for an injured player player (during the game), pitcher or catcher (so they can get their equipment on)(during the game), pitcher or catcher (so they can get their equipment on) at any at any time.time.

Section CSection C Sliding is permitted in all age groups Sliding is permitted in all age groups fast pitch or slow pitch.fast pitch or slow pitch.

Article VII - Base RunningArticle VII - Base Running

Section ASection A All batters and/or base runners must wear batting helmets. All batters and/or base runners must wear batting helmets. • Any non-adult warming up a pitcher within the confines of the playing, field shall Any non-adult warming up a pitcher within the confines of the playing, field shall

wear an approved protective mask. wear an approved protective mask. • When an umpire observes anyone required to wear a batting helmet deliberately When an umpire observes anyone required to wear a batting helmet deliberately

removing the batting helmet while the ball is alive, and that person is in live ball removing the batting helmet while the ball is alive, and that person is in live ball territory, the umpire shall issue a warning to the coach of the involved person’s territory, the umpire shall issue a warning to the coach of the involved person’s team. team.

1.1. All subsequent violations of the rule shall result in an ejection; player is All subsequent violations of the rule shall result in an ejection; player is confined to bench area.confined to bench area.

Section BSection B Players in the game are prohibited from wearing jewelry.Players in the game are prohibited from wearing jewelry. •Medical alert bracelets or necklaces are not considered jewelry. Medical alert bracelets or necklaces are not considered jewelry. •If worn they must be taped to the body, so as to remain visible. If worn they must be taped to the body, so as to remain visible. •If jewelry is not removed, that player will not be able to play until the jewelry is If jewelry is not removed, that player will not be able to play until the jewelry is removed.removed.

Section CSection C All baseline coaches must be coaches listed on the team roster, otherwise the All baseline coaches must be coaches listed on the team roster, otherwise the baseline coach or coaches must be a team member/player. baseline coach or coaches must be a team member/player.

• Players who are base coaches must wear batting helmets.Players who are base coaches must wear batting helmets.

Section DSection D FastFast pitch players are required to wear face guards.pitch players are required to wear face guards.

Article VIII - Uniforms/Helmets/OthersArticle VIII - Uniforms/Helmets/Others

Section ASection A The winning team coach is responsible for calling the game score to the Division The winning team coach is responsible for calling the game score to the Division Commissioner within 24 hours of the time the game ends. Commissioner within 24 hours of the time the game ends. •Call your commissioner’s voice mailbox number or Call your commissioner’s voice mailbox number or emailemail them and leave the them and leave the following information: following information: 1.1.Your name, Your name, 2.2.association, association, 3.3.division, division, 4.4.your score andyour score and5.5.the opposing team’s name and score.the opposing team’s name and score. •If this rule is not followed, the game will be scored as a tie.•Not applicable to fall ball.

Article IX - Reporting Game ResultsArticle IX - Reporting Game Results

Section ASection A If during a game lightning is sighted, regardless of the estimated distance, the If during a game lightning is sighted, regardless of the estimated distance, the umpire will immediately clear the field for a period of fifteen(15) minutes. (Time to umpire will immediately clear the field for a period of fifteen(15) minutes. (Time to be recorded in the scorebooks.) be recorded in the scorebooks.) •If the lightning hasn’t stop by the end of the fifteen (15) minutesIf the lightning hasn’t stop by the end of the fifteen (15) minutes the game will be the game will be suspended and re-scheduled (unless considered a complete game) from the point suspended and re-scheduled (unless considered a complete game) from the point of suspension. of suspension. •At complexes with multiple fields, play will be stopped on all fields when lightning At complexes with multiple fields, play will be stopped on all fields when lightning is sighted at any one. is sighted at any one.

Article X - LightningArticle X - Lightning

Section ASection A A minimum of 4 teams for each age group will be in the playoffs. A minimum of 4 teams for each age group will be in the playoffs. • There will be a Gold and Silver Division in the playoffs.There will be a Gold and Silver Division in the playoffs.

Section BSection B Team trophies will be awarded to each play-off champion and 2Team trophies will be awarded to each play-off champion and 2ndnd place team. place team. • Individual trophies will be awarded to the players and coaches of the respective Individual trophies will be awarded to the players and coaches of the respective

teams.teams.

Section CSection C If two or more teams in the same division have identical records at the end of the If two or more teams in the same division have identical records at the end of the regular season, seeding for the play-offs will be determined as follows:regular season, seeding for the play-offs will be determined as follows:

1.1. Head to Head - Head to Head - won-loss recordwon-loss record

2.2. Head to head runs scored differentialHead to head runs scored differential

3.3. Best won-loss record against teams placed higher in the standingsBest won-loss record against teams placed higher in the standings

4.4. Record against all other teams from their division that make the playoffs.Record against all other teams from their division that make the playoffs.

5.5. Coin flipCoin flip

Note: If a team does not play all of its regular season games (excluding forfeits) a Note: If a team does not play all of its regular season games (excluding forfeits) a half win and half loss will be added to its record for each game not played. half win and half loss will be added to its record for each game not played.

Article XI - PlayoffsArticle XI - Playoffs

Section DSection D All regular season rules apply during play-offs except: All regular season rules apply during play-offs except: 1.1.The winning team must notify the tournament director of the score immediately The winning team must notify the tournament director of the score immediately after the game ends. after the game ends. 2.2.There will be no ties. There will be no ties. 3.3.No time limit will be enforced in the IF game of double elimination, or the final No time limit will be enforced in the IF game of double elimination, or the final game of single elimination. game of single elimination. 4.4.For Playoff play the highest seeded team will bat last and gets 1For Playoff play the highest seeded team will bat last and gets 1stst base dugout. base dugout.

Section ESection E Playoffs are scheduled Monday through Saturday.Playoffs are scheduled Monday through Saturday.

Section FSection F There are no playoffs for fall ball or There are no playoffs for fall ball or 6/8 and under.6/8 and under.

Section GSection G Any team that does not have enough eligible players must forfeit their playoff berth Any team that does not have enough eligible players must forfeit their playoff berth and allow the next highest finishing team in the playoffs.and allow the next highest finishing team in the playoffs.

PlayoffsPlayoffs

Section ASection A Each team is allowed TWO no play dates. Each team is allowed TWO no play dates. •The two no play dates must be submitted by the deadline as determined by the The two no play dates must be submitted by the deadline as determined by the Roster turn in date. Roster turn in date. •The Scheduling Committee will do it’s best to schedule around all requests. The Scheduling Committee will do it’s best to schedule around all requests. •Once the season starts, there will be no rescheduling games for any reason. Once the season starts, there will be no rescheduling games for any reason.

Article XIII - Scheduled ConflictsArticle XIII - Scheduled Conflicts

Section ASection A Player's last names, first initials, uniform number (none shall be repeated on the Player's last names, first initials, uniform number (none shall be repeated on the same roster), inning the player entered the game (including top or bottom half same roster), inning the player entered the game (including top or bottom half of the inning), inning by inning run totals, and signatures of the Umpire must be of the inning), inning by inning run totals, and signatures of the Umpire must be kept current. kept current.

• Scorebooks will be subject to review at any time during the season.Scorebooks will be subject to review at any time during the season.

Article XIV - ScorebooksArticle XIV - Scorebooks

Section ASection A There will be no recruiting inside another active CYSA Association. There will be no recruiting inside another active CYSA Association.

Section BSection B Athletic Associations may obtain players from residences within the elementary Athletic Associations may obtain players from residences within the elementary school boundaries in which the Association is located school boundaries in which the Association is located or inactive associations.. or inactive associations..

Section CSection C Those players who live in an elementary school district which has no organized Those players who live in an elementary school district which has no organized athletic association are considered free agents and may participate with any other athletic association are considered free agents and may participate with any other neighboring active association and need no release.neighboring active association and need no release.

Section DSection D If participant in an active association wishes to play outside of the Elementary If participant in an active association wishes to play outside of the Elementary School District they live in, they must request a release from their AssociationSchool District they live in, they must request a release from their Association

• The Elementary School District they live in will govern a participant’s playing The Elementary School District they live in will govern a participant’s playing district. district.

• The release is valid only for the year in question.The release is valid only for the year in question.

Section ESection E NO PLAYER WILL BE RELEASED TO ANOTHER ASSOCIATION UNLESS THEY NO PLAYER WILL BE RELEASED TO ANOTHER ASSOCIATION UNLESS THEY HAVE SIGNED UP WITH THEIR HOME ASSOCIATION BY ONE (1) WEEK HAVE SIGNED UP WITH THEIR HOME ASSOCIATION BY ONE (1) WEEK PRIOR TO THE ROSTER TURN IN DATE. (DOES NOT APPLY TO 16/18 & PRIOR TO THE ROSTER TURN IN DATE. (DOES NOT APPLY TO 16/18 & UNDER)UNDER)

Section FSection F A release is not required to play at an association whose boundaries include the A release is not required to play at an association whose boundaries include the elementary school district the player attends. (Applies to 6/8/10/12elementary school district the player attends. (Applies to 6/8/10/12 & under teams & under teams only)only)

Section GSection G A player may be released to another association if the association does not have A player may be released to another association if the association does not have enough players for a team in a particular age group or program enough players for a team in a particular age group or program or any other or any other reason.reason.

Article XV - Boundary, Recruiting And Eligibility RulesArticle XV - Boundary, Recruiting And Eligibility Rules

Section HSection H All released players and free agents must play for an All released players and free agents must play for an ActiveActive Association adjoining Association adjoining their home elementary school district, except;their home elementary school district, except;

1.1.(1a) A team will be allowed to have a maximum of two (2) (1a) A team will be allowed to have a maximum of two (2) and only two (2)and only two (2) restricted releases (16 & 18 fast and 18 slow may have more then two (2), however, restricted releases (16 & 18 fast and 18 slow may have more then two (2), however, they still must be approved by the they still must be approved by the Age Group CommissionerAge Group Commissioner). ). * A restricted release is a player who jumps over an active association’s boundary to play for another association. a. Parent-coach player counts as a restricted release. b. The completed Restricted Release Form must give an explanation of why the player was released, and signed by the Voting Representative of the releasing association (Unless inactive), the Division Commissioner and President/League Commissioner for approval.


Section ISection I Age requirements: To be eligible to play in the CYSA, players must be Age requirements: To be eligible to play in the CYSA, players must be 5 by 5 by December 31December 31 of the current year. of the current year.

DIVISIONSDIVISIONS::

SLOWSLOW FASTFAST

6S6S Not 7 before January 1Not 7 before January 1

8S8S Not 9 before January 1Not 9 before January 1 10F10F Not 11 before January 1Not 11 before January 1





Section JSection J A player may be a member of a team one-age division higher then her age. A player may be a member of a team one-age division higher then her age.

Section KSection K Once a player is listed on a roster, he/she must remain on that roster for the entire Once a player is listed on a roster, he/she must remain on that roster for the entire year. (Exception: forfeiture coverage listed under age division must play rules). year. (Exception: forfeiture coverage listed under age division must play rules).

• A player cannot be on two CYSA rosters at the same time.A player cannot be on two CYSA rosters at the same time.


Section LSection L The coach of a player, whose eligibility is challenged due to age and/or residence, The coach of a player, whose eligibility is challenged due to age and/or residence, must provide the player's birth certificate and/or proof of residence for inspection must provide the player's birth certificate and/or proof of residence for inspection by a league official. by a league official. •If a player If a player is found to be ineligible, is found to be ineligible, the teamthe team will forfeit any and all games played will forfeit any and all games played to that point in the season, the player must be removed from the team and the to that point in the season, the player must be removed from the team and the Head coach will automatically be suspended. Head coach will automatically be suspended. •Coach will be suspended a minimum of two (2) game for violation of this rule. Coach will be suspended a minimum of two (2) game for violation of this rule.

Section Section MM

All players must be Chesterfield County residents.All players must be Chesterfield County residents.• Any player, who has played for CYSA and moves out of Chesterfield County, Any player, who has played for CYSA and moves out of Chesterfield County,

may request a hearing for continuance of play under CYSA. may request a hearing for continuance of play under CYSA. • Each case will be heard on an individual basis only.Each case will be heard on an individual basis only.

Section NSection N Each team is limited to a maximum of twenty (20) players and six (Each team is limited to a maximum of twenty (20) players and six (88) coaches. ) coaches.

Section OSection O No one can release any players unless they already have and maintain No one can release any players unless they already have and maintain ten (10) ten (10) players on their roster from their elementary school district. players on their roster from their elementary school district.

• If anyone violates this rule, the team cannot be in the playoffs. If anyone violates this rule, the team cannot be in the playoffs.


Section ASection A CYSA Registration Form, Copies of Background Check Cards, Player Release CYSA Registration Form, Copies of Background Check Cards, Player Release Form, and Form, and one (1)one (1) typed typed copycopy of each Team and Game Roster and in Excel of each Team and Game Roster and in Excel on computer disk, MUST be turned into the League no later than the on computer disk, MUST be turned into the League no later than the deadline (Date to be determined by the President/League Commissioner). deadline (Date to be determined by the President/League Commissioner).

• The rosters MUST be filled in completely with no blank rows or cells. The rosters MUST be filled in completely with no blank rows or cells.

• The Division Commissioner will certify, approve, The Division Commissioner will certify, approve, sign and datesign and date each Team each Team and Game Roster. and Game Roster.

• Once approved copies of entire division are emailed to each head coach two Once approved copies of entire division are emailed to each head coach two days prior to season starting. days prior to season starting.

• No new players can be added to this roster. No new players can be added to this roster.

• All changes must be approved, signed and dated and emailed to group All changes must be approved, signed and dated and emailed to group before next scheduled game. before next scheduled game.

• The Approved Game Roster will be the Official Game Roster to be The Approved Game Roster will be the Official Game Roster to be exchanged at each and every game. exchanged at each and every game.

• No player is eligible to participate until her CYSA Registration Form, Player No player is eligible to participate until her CYSA Registration Form, Player Release Form have been filed with the league and approved by the Division Release Form have been filed with the league and approved by the Division Commissioner. Commissioner.

• If the coach is requesting to have more then two (2) Restricted Releases If the coach is requesting to have more then two (2) Restricted Releases (age groups 16 & 18 only)(age groups 16 & 18 only) then the coach must appear before the then the coach must appear before the RPDRPD Committee.Committee.

• The The RPDRPD Committee will decide whether or not to approve the roster. Committee will decide whether or not to approve the roster.

Article XVI - Players, Coaches and RostersArticle XVI - Players, Coaches and Rosters

Section BSection B Each coach will provide the opposing coach their official Approved Game Roster, Each coach will provide the opposing coach their official Approved Game Roster, and official Approved Game Roster (s) for any moved up player (s), before and official Approved Game Roster (s) for any moved up player (s), before each and every game. each and every game.

1.1. The roster exchanged before the game must be the Official Approved Game The roster exchanged before the game must be the Official Approved Game Roster. Roster.

2.2. A league official will suspend a coach for a minimum of one (1) game who A league official will suspend a coach for a minimum of one (1) game who does not provide the required roster(s). does not provide the required roster(s).

3.3. Not applicable to 6 & 8 under. Not applicable to 6 & 8 under.

Article XVI - Players, Coaches and RostersPlayers, Coaches and Rosters

Section CSection C New players (not previously on an official roster) may be added to the roster at any New players (not previously on an official roster) may be added to the roster at any time during the first seven (7) games of the regular season.time during the first seven (7) games of the regular season.

• Players added to the roster must be from within the association's Elementary Players added to the roster must be from within the association's Elementary School District School District (If the girl has no home association to play for then she needs (If the girl has no home association to play for then she needs approval from the RPD Committee).approval from the RPD Committee).

• To add new players you must submit a new typed Team Game Roster with the To add new players you must submit a new typed Team Game Roster with the required information for the new player (s) added to it, along with the CYSA required information for the new player (s) added to it, along with the CYSA Registration Form, Player Release Form, to the Division Commissioner.Registration Form, Player Release Form, to the Division Commissioner.

• This roster must be typed in Excel.This roster must be typed in Excel.• The Division Commissioner will certify and approve each Team and Game The Division Commissioner will certify and approve each Team and Game

Roster. Roster. • Once approved this Approved Game Roster would be the New Official Game Once approved this Approved Game Roster would be the New Official Game

Roster to be exchanged at each and every game.Roster to be exchanged at each and every game.• No new players can be added to this roster.No new players can be added to this roster.• No new player is eligible to participate until his/her CYSA Permission Slip and No new player is eligible to participate until his/her CYSA Permission Slip and

the new Team and Approved Game the new Team and Approved Game • Rosters have been filed with the league and approved by the Division Rosters have been filed with the league and approved by the Division

Commissioner.Commissioner.• After the seventh game of the season, no player may be added to the official After the seventh game of the season, no player may be added to the official

roster without the permission of the roster without the permission of the RPDRPD Committee.Committee.• Once approved an Approved copy of the Game Roster will be given to the Once approved an Approved copy of the Game Roster will be given to the

coach.coach.

Article XVI - Players, Coaches and RostersArticle XVI - Players, Coaches and Rosters

Article XVI - Players, Coaches and RostersArticle XVI - Players, Coaches and RostersSection CSection C To add new players:To add new players:

1.1. You must submit a new typed Team Game Roster with the required information You must submit a new typed Team Game Roster with the required information for the new player (s) added to it, along with the CYSA Registration Form, for the new player (s) added to it, along with the CYSA Registration Form, Player Release Form, to the Division Commissioner. Player Release Form, to the Division Commissioner.

2.2. This roster must be typed in Excel and turned in on Diskette, CD or emailed to This roster must be typed in Excel and turned in on Diskette, CD or emailed to the appropriate Age Group Commissioner and President.the appropriate Age Group Commissioner and President.

3.3. The Division Commissioner will certify and approve each Team and Game The Division Commissioner will certify and approve each Team and Game Roster. Roster.

4.4. Once approved a copy will be given to the coach and this Approved Game Once approved a copy will be given to the coach and this Approved Game Roster would be the New Official Game Roster to be exchanged at each and Roster would be the New Official Game Roster to be exchanged at each and every game. every game.

5.5. No new players can be added to this roster and no new player is eligible to No new players can be added to this roster and no new player is eligible to participate until his/her CYSA Permission Slip and the new Team and Approved participate until his/her CYSA Permission Slip and the new Team and Approved Game Rosters have been filed with the league and approved by the Division Game Rosters have been filed with the league and approved by the Division Commissioner. Commissioner.

Section ASection A Fall league play begins no earlier than the first Saturday after Labor Day and ends no Fall league play begins no earlier than the first Saturday after Labor Day and ends no later than October 31later than October 31stst. .

Section BSection B Teams must be registered by the third Wednesday in August by using the team Teams must be registered by the third Wednesday in August by using the team registration form found on the league web site.registration form found on the league web site.

Section CSection C Fall League registration will be determined by the League President.Fall League registration will be determined by the League President.

Section DSection D The registration fee is due with submission of the team roster form.The registration fee is due with submission of the team roster form.

Section ESection E Checks are to be made payable to Chesterfield Youth Softball Association (CYSA). Checks are to be made payable to Chesterfield Youth Softball Association (CYSA). Checks must be from the Association or from the coach.Checks must be from the Association or from the coach.

Section FSection F For fall ball all that is required is the team roster and registration forms for any girls For fall ball all that is required is the team roster and registration forms for any girls that did not play in the spring.that did not play in the spring.

Section GSection G Area organizations may combine players from their summer league teams to form a Area organizations may combine players from their summer league teams to form a team for the fall league.team for the fall league.

Article XVII - Fall BallArticle XVII - Fall Ball

Section HSection H Summer league teams or coaches may combine players from other area league Summer league teams or coaches may combine players from other area league teams after the summer season ends, to form a team for the fall league.teams after the summer season ends, to form a team for the fall league.

Section ISection I Outside areas (non CYSA members) may submit teams for the Fall League Outside areas (non CYSA members) may submit teams for the Fall League registration with approval from the league board of directors.registration with approval from the league board of directors.

Section JSection J Individual players, that do not have a team to play for, may register individually to Individual players, that do not have a team to play for, may register individually to play on any team in the Fall League.play on any team in the Fall League.

Section KSection K Games will be scheduled as weekend doubleheaders.Games will be scheduled as weekend doubleheaders.

Section LSection L Home team will supply two official game balls for each game.Home team will supply two official game balls for each game.

Section MSection M No inning will start after a 1 hour and 10 minute time limit, 1-hour drop-dead time for No inning will start after a 1 hour and 10 minute time limit, 1-hour drop-dead time for 6 & 8 under.6 & 8 under.

Section NSection N Games that are tied at the end of regulation play will remain tied and end as a tied Games that are tied at the end of regulation play will remain tied and end as a tied game.game.

Section OSection O Rained out games will not be made up.Rained out games will not be made up.

Article XVII - Fall BallArticle XVII - Fall Ball

Article XVII - Fall BallArticle XVII - Fall BallSection PSection P Forfeited games cannot be rescheduled.Forfeited games cannot be rescheduled.

Section QSection Q No game scores will be reported to the league and division standings will not be No game scores will be reported to the league and division standings will not be recorded.recorded.

Section RSection R No playoffs will be held at the end of the Fall League season.No playoffs will be held at the end of the Fall League season.

Section SSection S Reporting Game Results – Section A - Does not apply to fall ball.Reporting Game Results – Section A - Does not apply to fall ball.

Section TSection T Playoffs – Section A - There are no playoffs for fall ballPlayoffs – Section A - There are no playoffs for fall ball

Section USection U Scheduled Conflicts – Section A - Does not apply to fall ball.Scheduled Conflicts – Section A - Does not apply to fall ball.

Section VSection V Boundary, Recruiting And Eligibility Rules – All Sections – Does not apply to fall ball.Boundary, Recruiting And Eligibility Rules – All Sections – Does not apply to fall ball.

Section WSection W Players, Coaches and Rosters – Section B & C - Do not apply to fall ball.Players, Coaches and Rosters – Section B & C - Do not apply to fall ball.

Section XSection X Bird fields are the only fields we have in the fall. You must contact CYSA to reserve a Bird fields are the only fields we have in the fall. You must contact CYSA to reserve a field for practice.field for practice.

The current USSSA Rule Book will govern all play except as noted by the CYSA General, 6 & 8, Fast Pitch and Slow Supplementary Rules

CYSA 2008 Fast Pitch CYSA 2008 Fast Pitch SupplementalSupplemental Softball Softball

RulesRules

Fast Pitch Fast Pitch SupplementalSupplemental Rules Rules 1. Pitching1. Pitching 10F10F 12F12F 14F14F 16F16F 18F18F 19+19+

35 ft.35 ft. 40 ft.40 ft. 40 ft.40 ft. 40 ft.40 ft. 40 ft. 40 ft. 43 ft.43 ft.

2. Balls - Optic yellow2. Balls - Optic yellow 10F10F 12F12F 14F14F 16F16F 18F 18F 19+19+

11in.11in. 12 in.12 in. 12 in.12 in. 12 in.12 in. 12 in. 12 in. 12 in.12 in.

3. Base Distance3. Base Distance 60 feet all age groups60 feet all age groups

4. Number of Games4. Number of Games 14 games all age groups14 games all age groups

5. Run Limit5. Run Limit 6 run limit except for 6 run limit except for 55thth, 6, 6thth, 7, 7th`th` and extra innings (time permitting), all and extra innings (time permitting), all age groups age groups except 19+ no limit.except 19+ no limit.

6. Slaughter Rule6. Slaughter Rule 15 after 4 (3 ½ home) 10 after 5 (4 ½ home), all age groups. 15 after 4 (3 ½ home) 10 after 5 (4 ½ home), all age groups.

7. New Innings 7. New Innings Spring - No new inning after 1hr 20min, Fall – No new inning after 1hr Spring - No new inning after 1hr 20min, Fall – No new inning after 1hr 10min, except 6/810min, except 6/8..

8. Infield Fly Rule8. Infield Fly Rule 10F10F 12F12F 14F14F 16F16F 18F 18F 19+19+

NoNo YesYes YesYes YesYes YesYes YesYes

9. Catchers Required 9. Catchers Required EquipmentEquipment

Face guardFace guard

HelmetsHelmets

Yes, all age groups Yes, all age groups

Shall wear a NOCSAE approved head protector (with dual earflaps), an Shall wear a NOCSAE approved head protector (with dual earflaps), an approved mask, a body chest protector and shin guards. approved mask, a body chest protector and shin guards.

10. Batters/Base Runners 10. Batters/Base Runners HelmetsHelmets

NOCSAE approved batting helmets with extended ear flaps, which cover NOCSAE approved batting helmets with extended ear flaps, which cover both ears and temples are mandatory for all batters, on deck batters, both ears and temples are mandatory for all batters, on deck batters, base runners, non-adult bat & ball shaggers and any offensive player in base runners, non-adult bat & ball shaggers and any offensive player in live ball territory, even if the ball is dead. live ball territory, even if the ball is dead.

11. First Aid Kits 11. First Aid Kits All teams are requested to have a first aid kit, including cold packs, at All teams are requested to have a first aid kit, including cold packs, at each and every game. each and every game.

12. Batting 12. Batting 10F only, dropped third strike is an out.10F only, dropped third strike is an out.

13. Base Running 13. Base Running A. 10F No stealing home. Runner on 3A. 10F No stealing home. Runner on 3rdrd base may only advance when base may only advance when forced or on batted ball.forced or on batted ball.

B. A courtesy runner (the last player called out) may be used for an B. A courtesy runner (the last player called out) may be used for an injured player, pitcher or catcher at any time.injured player, pitcher or catcher at any time.

14. Infield Defensive Positioning 14. Infield Defensive Positioning (applies to 10F and 12F only) (applies to 10F and 12F only)

Prior to a ball being hit, no infielder may be positioned closer than the Prior to a ball being hit, no infielder may be positioned closer than the designated pitching distance for that age division. First offense is a designated pitching distance for that age division. First offense is a warning. Subsequent infractions by the same team will result in one base warning. Subsequent infractions by the same team will result in one base awarded to the batter and any runners on base. This is a judgment call awarded to the batter and any runners on base. This is a judgment call by the umpire.by the umpire.

Fast Pitch Fast Pitch SupplementalSupplemental Rules Rules

Fast Pitch Fast Pitch SupplementalSupplemental Rules Rules13. Move-Ups 13. Move-Ups Once the season has started, player(s) may not change teams within an association Once the season has started, player(s) may not change teams within an association

with the following exception: If a team is in jeopardy of forfeiting a ball game, (with the following exception: If a team is in jeopardy of forfeiting a ball game, (7 7 or or less players) during the regular season or during tournament play; a player (or less players) during the regular season or during tournament play; a player (or players) within the same association and from one age division lower (slow or fast)players) within the same association and from one age division lower (slow or fast) or the same age group may be or the same age group may be brought up to have a maximum of 11 players brought up to have a maximum of 11 players available to play.) (If a player was already moved up one age division they cannot available to play.) (If a player was already moved up one age division they cannot move up another ex. A player 8 years old is already playing on a 10U team cannot move up another ex. A player 8 years old is already playing on a 10U team cannot be moved up to a 12U team). Players brought up will be included in the batting order be moved up to a 12U team). Players brought up will be included in the batting order but at no time will play defense in the place of a regular team member. Violation of but at no time will play defense in the place of a regular team member. Violation of this rule will result in an automatic forfeit and suspension of the coach for the next this rule will result in an automatic forfeit and suspension of the coach for the next two games. (Any game rained out,two games. (Any game rained out, forfeits forfeits or postponed for any reason does not or postponed for any reason does not countcount for the suspension). for the suspension). A second violation will result in suspension for the season A second violation will result in suspension for the season including fall ball. including fall ball.

TO TO 10F10F 12F12F 14F14F 18F18F (Must be 14 or (Must be 14 or older to move up)older to move up)

19+ 19+ (Must be 18 or (Must be 18 or older to move up)older to move up)

FROM 8SFROM 8S 10F 10F 12F 12F 14F 14F 18F

10S 10S 10S10S 12S 12S 14S14S 18S

10F10F 12F12F 14F 14F 18F 18F

14S14S

14. Base Running14. Base Running A courtesy runner (the last player called out) may be used for an injured player or A courtesy runner (the last player called out) may be used for an injured player or catcher at any time. (If catcher is on base you can put in a courtesy runner so she catcher at any time. (If catcher is on base you can put in a courtesy runner so she can get in her gear and be ready to take the field.can get in her gear and be ready to take the field.

USSSA Fast Pitch Softball USSSA Fast Pitch Softball Rule BookRule Book

Pitching Rule - FastPitching Rule - Fast

Techniques such as the “crow hop” and “the leap” are illegal.

A CROW HOP is the replanting of the pivot foot prior to delivery of the pitch.

A LEAP is when both feet are airborne.

**USSSA Fast – Definitions

**USSSA Fast – Sec. 1 E

BattingBatting Strike ZoneStrike Zone

– THE STRIKE ZONE is that space over home THE STRIKE ZONE is that space over home plate, which is between the batters forward plate, which is between the batters forward armpit and the top of the knees when the armpit and the top of the knees when the batter assumes a natural batting stance.batter assumes a natural batting stance.

– Any part of the ball passing through the strike Any part of the ball passing through the strike zone in flight shall be considered a strikezone in flight shall be considered a strike

– The umpire shall determine the batter’s strike The umpire shall determine the batter’s strike zone according to the batter’s usual stance zone according to the batter’s usual stance

**USSSA Fast Definitions

BattingBatting A foul ball is a batted ball which:A foul ball is a batted ball which:

– Settles on foul territory between home and first Settles on foul territory between home and first base, or between home and 3rd basebase, or between home and 3rd base

– Bounds past first or third base on or over foul Bounds past first or third base on or over foul territoryterritory

– First falls on foul territory beyond first or third First falls on foul territory beyond first or third basebase

– While on or over foul territory touches the While on or over foul territory touches the person of an umpire, a player or any object person of an umpire, a player or any object foreign to the natural groundforeign to the natural ground

BattingBatting An OutAn Out

– He bats illegallyHe bats illegally ILLEGALLY BATTED BALL is one Batted Fair or Foul by ILLEGALLY BATTED BALL is one Batted Fair or Foul by

the Batter when either one or both of his feet are in the Batter when either one or both of his feet are in contact with the ground COMPLETELY outside the contact with the ground COMPLETELY outside the lines of the Batter’s Box, or when his foot is in lines of the Batter’s Box, or when his foot is in contact with Home Plate, or when the ball is batted contact with Home Plate, or when the ball is batted with an Illegal Bat.with an Illegal Bat.

– A fly ball is caught.A fly ball is caught.– An infielder intentionally drops a fair fly, fair An infielder intentionally drops a fair fly, fair

line drive or fair bunt in flight with at least first line drive or fair bunt in flight with at least first base occupied and with less than two outs.base occupied and with less than two outs.


– Interfering with catcher attempt to field a ball Interfering with catcher attempt to field a ball after a 3after a 3rdrd strike strike

– Moving backward toward home plate to avoid Moving backward toward home plate to avoid or delay tagor delay tag

– Dropped 3Dropped 3rdrd strike and leaves field strike and leaves field


– A third strike is called and caughtA third strike is called and caught A dropped 3A dropped 3rdrd strike at 10F is an out strike at 10F is an out A third strike (in flight) is not caught, provided a A third strike (in flight) is not caught, provided a

runner occupies first base at the time of the pitch and runner occupies first base at the time of the pitch and there are less than two outs.there are less than two outs.

– Infield FlyInfield Fly

BattingBatting Infield FlyInfield Fly

– A fly ball, playable by an infielder with:A fly ball, playable by an infielder with: Runners on first and secondRunners on first and second OR on first, second and third basesOR on first, second and third bases with less than two out.with less than two out.

– The umpire calls “Infield fly if fair and batter is out.”The umpire calls “Infield fly if fair and batter is out.”– If the hit then becomes a foul, umpire reverses If the hit then becomes a foul, umpire reverses

decision.decision.– The batter is always out on an infield flyThe batter is always out on an infield fly– The ball is alive and runners may advance in the hope The ball is alive and runners may advance in the hope

the fly may not be caught, or they may retouch and the fly may not be caught, or they may retouch and advance after the ball is touched.advance after the ball is touched.

**USSSA Slow Rule 7

BattingBatting Infield FlyInfield Fly

– If a declared infield fly falls to the ground If a declared infield fly falls to the ground untouched and bounces Foul before untouched and bounces Foul before passing first or third bases, it is a Foul passing first or third bases, it is a Foul Ball.Ball.

– If a fly ball falls to the ground untouched If a fly ball falls to the ground untouched outside the Foul lines then bounces fair, outside the Foul lines then bounces fair, before reaching first or third bases it is an before reaching first or third bases it is an infield fly.infield fly.

Infield Fly is Only Used at Ages 12 and Infield Fly is Only Used at Ages 12 and AboveAbove

BattingBatting

Batting Out of OrderBatting Out of Order– If an incorrect Batter is discovered before he If an incorrect Batter is discovered before he

completes his turn at bat, the correct Batter completes his turn at bat, the correct Batter may take his proper place, assuming any may take his proper place, assuming any accumulated balls and strikes.accumulated balls and strikes.

**USSSA Fast Rule 8 **USSSA Slow Rule 7

BattingBatting Batting Out of OrderBatting Out of Order

– Mistake is discovered after the incorrect Batter has completed the turn at bat, and before a Pitch has been made to the next Batter or all fielders have left the field: the Batter who should have batted is called out. All Base Runners, if they have advanced, must return

to the base occupied at the time the incorrect Batter took a position in the Batter’s Box.

The next Batter is the Player whose name follows that of the Batter called out for failure to bat. This may even be carried over to the first Batter of the next inning, if the appealed out was the third out.


BattingBatting Batting Out of OrderBatting Out of Order

– If a pitch is thrown to the next BatterIf a pitch is thrown to the next Batter The at bat of the incorrect Batter is then The at bat of the incorrect Batter is then

Legal.Legal. All bases advanced or runs scored are All bases advanced or runs scored are

countedcounted The next Batter shall be the one who follows The next Batter shall be the one who follows

the incorrect Batterthe incorrect Batter No one is called out for failure to batNo one is called out for failure to bat Players missing their turn at bat have lost Players missing their turn at bat have lost

that turnthat turn


BattingBatting First base is awarded:First base is awarded:

– Hit batterHit batter Did not strike at the ballDid not strike at the ball Unless makes no move to get out of the wayUnless makes no move to get out of the way Called StrikeCalled Strike Loose garment???Loose garment???


Players/SubstitutesPlayers/Substitutes

Charged ConferencesCharged Conferences– Each team, when on offense, may be granted

not more than one charged conference per inning to permit the coach or any of that team’s personnel to confer with the base runners, the batter, the on-deck batter or other offensive team personnel.

– The umpire shall deny any subsequent offensive team request for charged conferences.

**USSSA Slow – Sec. 8 **USSSA Fast – Sec. 5 B

Players/SubstitutesPlayers/Substitutes Charged Conferences – Fast PitchCharged Conferences – Fast Pitch

– Each team when on defense, may be granted not more than three charged conferences without penalty during a seven-inning game to permit coaches or their representatives to confer with a defensive player or players.

– In any extra inning game, each team shall be permitted one charged conference without penalty each inning while on defense.

– Time granted for an obviously incapacitated player shall not constitute a charged conference.

– A conference is not charged when the pitcher is removed as a pitcher.

**USSSA Fast – Sec. 5 A

Players/SubstitutesPlayers/Substitutes

Charged Conferences – Fast PitchCharged Conferences – Fast Pitch– After three charged conferences in a

seven inning game, or for any charged conference in excess of one in each extra inning, the pitcher shall be removed as a pitcher for the duration of the game.

**USSSA Fast – Sec. 5 A

Batter-Base Runner OutsBatter-Base Runner Outs

When hit by own ball in fair territoryWhen hit by own ball in fair territory Interferes with a fielder attempting to field Interferes with a fielder attempting to field

a batted balla batted ball– If obvious an attempt to stop a double play, If obvious an attempt to stop a double play,

base runner closest to the plate will also be outbase runner closest to the plate will also be out Can overrun 1Can overrun 1stst base base

– Feint or attempt to advance to 2Feint or attempt to advance to 2ndnd, can be , can be tagged outtagged out

Batter-Base Runner OutsBatter-Base Runner Outs

Batter-runner goes into dead ball Batter-runner goes into dead ball territory (live ball)territory (live ball)

Fouled bunt with 2 strikesFouled bunt with 2 strikes

Base Runner OutsBase Runner Outs

Tagged OutTagged Out Force OutForce Out Leaves base early - ball leaves pitchers Leaves base early - ball leaves pitchers

handhand Hit by batted ball off base before it passes Hit by batted ball off base before it passes

a fieldera fielder Runs 3 foot out of direct line to base to Runs 3 foot out of direct line to base to

avoid tagavoid tag


Passing preceding runnerPassing preceding runner Leaving base before fly ball has been Leaving base before fly ball has been

touchedtouched– Ball caught and legally held on the base left or Ball caught and legally held on the base left or

runner is taggedrunner is tagged– Must return bases in orderMust return bases in order

Advancing to home when batter interferes Advancing to home when batter interferes with play at platewith play at plate– Batter is out if there are 2 outsBatter is out if there are 2 outs


Base left early appealsBase left early appeals– Less than 2 outs: following runners not affectedLess than 2 outs: following runners not affected– Preceding runner is 3Preceding runner is 3rdrd out: no following out: no following

runners would scorerunners would score– Out is 3Out is 3rdrd out and result of a Force Out: no out and result of a Force Out: no

runners scorerunners score– 33rdrd out and Batter-Runner did not touch 1 out and Batter-Runner did not touch 1stst

base: preceding runners shall not scorebase: preceding runners shall not score


Runner deliberately and forcefully runs into Runner deliberately and forcefully runs into defensive player who has ball and is waitingdefensive player who has ball and is waiting– Player ejected, ball dead, runners return to last base Player ejected, ball dead, runners return to last base

touchedtouched Does not legally slide and contacts or alters the Does not legally slide and contacts or alters the

fielders actionsfielders actions– SLIDING IS NOT REQUIREDSLIDING IS NOT REQUIRED

Interferes with a throwInterferes with a throw Interferes with the fielding of a batted ballInterferes with the fielding of a batted ball Anyone other than another runner physically Anyone other than another runner physically

assists runnersassists runners

Base Runner Can Advance Base Runner Can Advance With Liability to be OutWith Liability to be Out

While ball is in playWhile ball is in play Ball is overthrownBall is overthrown Fly ball is caught by fielderFly ball is caught by fielder Thrown ball strikes Umpire or Base RunnerThrown ball strikes Umpire or Base Runner Fair batted ball or thrown ball accidentally Fair batted ball or thrown ball accidentally

strikes coachstrikes coach– Intentional interference by coach, most Intentional interference by coach, most

advanced runner is outadvanced runner is out

Base Runner Can Advance Base Runner Can Advance With LiabilityWith Liability

When another base runner passes preceding When another base runner passes preceding base runnerbase runner

When preceding base runner fails to touch a When preceding base runner fails to touch a base as requiredbase as required

Fielder deliberately contacts or catches ball Fielder deliberately contacts or catches ball with cap, glove, or any part of uniform or with cap, glove, or any part of uniform or equipment detached from proper placeequipment detached from proper place– Fair batted ball, base runners get 3 bases from Fair batted ball, base runners get 3 bases from

pitchpitch– Thrown ball, runners get 2 basesThrown ball, runners get 2 bases– Runners can advance further at own riskRunners can advance further at own risk

Base Runner Can Advance Base Runner Can Advance Without LiabilityWithout Liability

Obstructed by FielderObstructed by Fielder– At least one base awardedAt least one base awarded– More bases awarded by umpire judgmentMore bases awarded by umpire judgment– If passes beyond awarded base, is in jeopardyIf passes beyond awarded base, is in jeopardy

Overthrown ball is blockedOverthrown ball is blocked– Dead ball, 2 bases awarded (base going to plus Dead ball, 2 bases awarded (base going to plus

one)one)

Base RunnersBase Runners

Required to return must touch each base Required to return must touch each base in regular legal reverse orderin regular legal reverse order

No Base Runner may return to retouch a No Base Runner may return to retouch a missed base, after a following runner has missed base, after a following runner has scoredscored

Two Base Runners cannot occupy the Two Base Runners cannot occupy the same basesame base– The 1The 1stst runner touching a base shall be entitled runner touching a base shall be entitled

to that baseto that base– The following runner may be tagged outThe following runner may be tagged out

Base Runners are Not OutBase Runners are Not Out Overruns 1Overruns 1stst base base Holds the base on a fly ball until caughtHolds the base on a fly ball until caught Runs outside the baseline and BEHIND a Runs outside the baseline and BEHIND a

fielder attempting to field ballfielder attempting to field ball Runs outside the baseline other than to Runs outside the baseline other than to

avoid a tagavoid a tag Hit by ball after it passes or touches a fielderHit by ball after it passes or touches a fielder Hit by ball while on baseHit by ball while on base Hit by ball that first hits a baseHit by ball that first hits a base

Base Runners – Fast PitchBase Runners – Fast Pitch

Stealing of bases is permittedStealing of bases is permitted Cannot steal home at 10UCannot steal home at 10U Dropped 3Dropped 3rdrd strike is NOT used at 10U strike is NOT used at 10U Runners are obligated to move directly to Runners are obligated to move directly to

base when ball is inside the circlebase when ball is inside the circle– Ball is dead and runner is OUTBall is dead and runner is OUT– Pitcher makes attemptPitcher makes attempt

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