home team shall cease batting and the game shall end. The courtesy runner shall be the player that made the previous out. All pitchers must adhere to the pitch count rest requirements before pitching in another tournament game. Take at least 4 months off from throwing every year, with at least 2-3 of those months being continuous Make sure to properly warm up before pitching Set and follow pitch-count limits and required rest periods Avoid throwing pitches other than fastballs and change-ups Avoid playing for multiple teams at the same time 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. The Coach can pitch anywhere in-between the 30 Safety Arc and the 42 Pitching Circle. Fair Ball Arc: There shall be a twenty (20) foot arc drawn from first (1st) baseline to third (3rd) baseline in front of home plate. When a runner stands off a base and jukes or fakes back and forth, this is to be interpreted as not attempting to advance and Time shall be called. FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL CONCUSSION LAWS: USSSA, as a sanctioning body of athletic events, shares the concerns being raised on a national and local level regarding concussions and concussion symptoms in participants, coaches/managers and umpires/referees in USSSA sanctioned activities. Players born on/after May 1, 2013are eligible. )HLaZZ_XbwVI$NW\bf}swW"~ao?W'":M(0fUEp ESkLo$5*. 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. school grade exemptions per team will be allowed for players who are in the 4th grade who turn 11 years old before May 1st, 2023. Home About Us Resources Franchise Renewal Scholarships Rules & Regulations Child Protection Plan DYB Online Store DYB Newsletters Tournaments DYB Insurance State Websites 2023 World Series Submit League Rosters. Rule 7.05.B.3 Example: In the 7U 14U age divisions, a player may legally pitch a maximum of eight (8) innings in three (3) consecutive days. ONLYTWOschool grade exemptions per team will be allowed for players who are in the 4th grade who turn 11 years old before May 1st, 2023. When a batter is pronounced out for violation of bat rules, the defense may take the penalty or result of the play. 7.05.B.2. Texas Twelve 10u Gold - Victoria. The Infield Fly Rule shall not be in effect at any time. The defensive team may correct this rules infraction at any time by substituting a legal pitcher without penalty. 8U Division Players who turn 9 prior to May 1 of the current season are not eligible. The outs recorded during the portion of the game played prior to suspension shall count as being played on the regularly scheduled day and the outs recorded during the portion of the game played once resumed, shall count as being played on the resumed day. A team will take an out in the absent 9. 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. You may bat 9,10,11 players or bat your entire roster. RULE 18.00 TOBACCO & TOBACCO RELATED PRODUCTS, 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. Fair Ball Arc: There shall be a twenty (20) foot arc drawn from first (1st) baseline to third (3rd) baseline in front of home plate. Tournament hosts have the authority to eject a player, fans, or team anytime during a tournament of committing any of the above listed offenses. Shortened because any applicable part of USSSA Rule 7.03.C has been met. Be sure you are aware of all rules and rule changes. <> Copyright 2007-2023 USSSA Baseball. school grade exemptions per team will be allowed for players who are in Kindergarten who turn 7 years old before May 1st, 2023. A team with a player found to be illegal due to age, grade or class violation, anytime during the USSSA event, will be deemed ineligible. Also, in the windup position, a pitcher is permitted to have his free foot on the rubber, in front of the rubber, behind the rubber, or off to the side of the rubber. All players have full pitching eligibility beginning at each level of tournament competition. The ball is dead and the runner is called out. Run Differential with a maximum of (8) Descending, For details on field layout including recommended direction of play, fair and foul territory requirements, infield and outfield. No new inning will start after 1 hour and 40 minutes has elapsed from the official start time. The MLB balk rule will be enforced. Rule 8.08 Additional Penalty: First Offense: Warning; Second Offense: Removal of player from the pitching position for the remainder of the game. The head coach penalties apply in either case. However, those players must be born on/after January 1, 2016 to be eligible, THE WORLD'S LARGEST AND MOST COMPREHENSIVE SCOUTING ORGANIZATION. Pitching Circle: There shall be a ten (10) foot diameter circle with the front edge at forty-two (42) feet from the rear point of home plate. A runner is out for leaving the base before the ball is hit or reaches home plate. A player may only be Intentionally Walked once per game by announcement from the defensive team. Shortened because an imposed Time Limit expires; or. Then you need to attend a Perfect Game Showcase! Damaged bats include those with damage to the knob or end cap, those which have loose knobs or end caps, and those with cracks or dents in the bat material. Allow the Director to inspect the bat and reach a conclusion as to whether or not the bat might be altered. After the play has ended, the offensive team has the option of taking the result of the play or no-pitch. Any player, coach, manager, sponsor or spectator leaving their position or base, in the field, on the bench, in the dugout area or grandstands to participate in a fight, brawl or altercation shall be immediately ejected from the game and may be disbarred / suspended. For purposes of pitching limitations rules, a pitcher is in violation of the rule if he records any out above the legal pitching limits pursuant to these rules. Leagues may have multiple All-Star teams in any age division. It shall be the responsibility of each team to challenge pitching violations by notifying the Umpire and then filing a Protest with the League / Tournament Director. The pitching coach shall keep one foot on or straddle the pitchers line. 13.02.C.6, 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. His spot in the batting order WILL BE AN AUTOMATIC OUT EACH TIME. Walks are considered a "Dead Ball" situation, meaning the batter may only take 1st base and any forced runners may only advance one base. For a second-time offender pursuant to USSSA Rules 13.02.C.1 and / or 13.02.C.2, any such suspension shall be lifetime. Pitching Restrictions: USSSA By-Laws pitching rules are in full effect for all USSSA tournaments. Shortened because any applicable part of USSSA Rule 7.03.B has been met. Alternatively, the owner/user can allow the bat to be inspected so a conclusion can be formed as to whether the bat was altered. In addition, the same substitute CANNOT run for more than one position (Pitcher or Catcher) in the same game. Altered Bat Determination by Altered Bat Committee Chairman or Manufacturer: If, after making the inspection of a potential altered bat, the Director in his discretion decides that the bat might be an altered bat, the suspected offending owner and / or user and may either: Withhold the bat from further examination by the USSSA Altered Bat Committee Chairman or Manufacturer and accept an immediate two-year (up to life time for second time offenders pursuant to USSSA Rules 13.02.C.1 and / or 13.02.C.2) suspension from USSSA sanctioned activities with no right to appeal; or 13.02.C.2(b). No player can appear in a tournament game for more than one team, including separate age groups. Time Limit. If a call to be protested is the last recorded out of a game or on a game ending play, the protest MUST be filed prior to the Umpires and the protesting team leaving the field of play. 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. The first team a player participates for is their official team. State Directors shall set guidelines for teams to qualify for the All-Star State Championship and World Series. are not legal for Perfect Game sanctioned events. All subs should be reported to the umpires. If you go watch pitchers in this age group the first half of the season hardly anything happens in the games. A player that pitches eight (8) innings in two (2) consecutive days MUST rest the next day. All substitutes should be listed with accurate jerseys numbers. (Run Rules still apply). 11U Division We recommend that all teams (home and visitor) keep a scorebook. (Chart 7.01.A-1). USA bats are approved. grades, pitchers mound height and slope, batters and catchers box dimensions, and base and home plate size and construction should be referred to the Official Rules of Baseball as published by Major League Baseball on MLB.com. All leagues and tournaments played under the jurisdiction and administration of USSSA Baseball shall utilize Umpires who are registered with the Association. Rule 7.04.C Penalty: The runner shall be called out and may be ejected from the game at the discretion of the Umpires. Please see the specific event home page for the bat type being used. This rule could result in a dispute and the tournament committee reserves the right to look at and rule in the fairest possible way. The pitcher may finish the batter upon reaching the daily pitch count limit. Similarly, if the home team is batting and meets the mercy requirement in the bottom half of a listed inning the. If a game is stopped, the game must start within 1 hour of the stop in play. This decision is up to the individual player. Participating players shall have photocopies of their original birth certificates (US) or passports (International) in the possession of their team manager. Any bat permanently stamped with the official USA Baseball logo is legal to use in any USSSA baseball event, except where BBCOR is required. 4 0 obj National High School Federation Baseball Rules will be enforced with the following exceptions. In double elimination brackets, the highest seeded team shall be the home team until the championship game. 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. Pool Play / Tie Breaker Criteria: Once advanced to subsequent tie breaker criteria, do not return to a previous criteria. This is to be interpreted as a player may legally pitch any combination of innings to equal eight (8) innings in two (2) days as long as the player doesnt pitch more than three (3) innings the first (1st) day. Suspended games, when resumed (the next day or another day), shall count as being played on two different days. The Ball. (Second Offense)If a team is found in violation of this rule a second time, then the manager shall be ejected in addition to the First Offense penalty. Also, coaches of adult teams which have multiple offenses under this rule may also be so suspended for failing to have his team follow USSSA equipment rules. Second place teams will always be taken ahead of 3rd place teams for wild cards, 3rd place ahead of 4th place, etc. Championship games will be played with regular extra innings through the 9th inning. 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. No bat is legal for USSSA sanctioned play, if the paint has been worn through and the actual bat material is showing. The catcher shall wear all appropriate protective gear including a catchers helmet with facemask and either a built in extended throat guard or a separately attached throat guard, chest protector, shin and / or leg guards, and protective cup. Other examples of altering a bat would be changing or replacing manufacturers markings or replacing the handle of a bat with a new handle. Players born on/after May 1, 2012are eligible. It shall be the League / Tournament Directors responsibility regarding uniform legality. Players who turn 11 prior to May 1 of the current season are not eligible. However, those players must be born on/after January 1, 2015 to be eligible. Rule 8.20 Comment: When a runner stands off a base and jukes or feints back and forth, this is to be interpreted as not attempting to advance and Time shall be called. If a game is called due to rain, weather, light failure or other acts of nature and cannot be resumed it is a regulation game if: For a six (6) inning game, if three (3) innings have been played or if the home team has scored more runs after two and one half (2 1/2) innings the game shall be declared a complete game. If such violation occurs during Pool Play, the team in violation of the rule may not advance to the Championship bracket regardless of record. 13U Division 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. Only State Directors shall register and approve all Official Online Roster for All-Star teams. All teams should be prepared to start their game up to 10 minutes early in case we are ahead of schedule. 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. Time shall be called as soon as all runners are not attempting to advance. No "butcher boy" allowed (Show bunt, pull back to swing). Metal spikes may be worn in divisions 13U and older. the home team has scored more runs after two and one half (2 1/2) innings the game shall be declared a complete game. If there are no eligible subs the player leaving the original lineup will be recorded as an out until he is able to return. 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. Additional penalties may be assessed at the discretion of the League / Tournament Director. The batting order shall constitute all present players on the team roster at the beginning of the game. Directors reserve the right to adjust game lengths to benefit the event. A player may not pitch in more than one game per day regardless of pitch count. If necessary, a team may be forced to forfeit a game and / or be removed from the league / tournament. In the interest of maintaining a quality event, the tournament committee reserves the right to eject any person from the site for unruly or unsportsmanlike behavior. DH Rule: Top Gun will allow the Major League DH rule. A RUNNER STEALING FROM 2ND TO THIRD BASE MAY NOT ADVANCE TO HOME ON AN OVERTHROW BY THE CATCHER. 8.11. 13U NTIS. State Directors may sanction others with the approval of the Baseball Committee Chairman. A player that pitches more than three (3) innings in one day MUST rest the next day. Similarly, as a player may legally pitch any combination of innings to equal eight (8) innings in three (3) days as long as the player doesnt pitch more than three (3) innings the first (1st) or second (2nd) days. An individual must know that his bat is. The runner does not have to contact the fielder and the fielder does not have to control the ball for this to be considered an illegal act. 2nd violation (Same Game) - Batter is pronounced out (if discovered before a pitch to next batter) and head coach is ejected. Gary Redus set the all-time single-season record for baseball's highest single-season average in 1978, with a 462 BA. If any removed bat pursuant to USSSA Rule 13.02.C.9 is brought back into play at any USSSA sanctioned event an any time, the owner and user of such bat may be suspended for up to one year for unsportsmanlike conduct. Hugh Duffy played in baseball from 1888 to 1906 and set a record for the highest average in a single season. West Columbia Oilers 10u. No inning can start after the time limit. Sat 12:15 PM. The Panther Baseball Club 7U. When a starter re-enters, the player in the starters batting position in the batting order must be removed from the game and is ineligible for the remainder of the game. USABat, BBCOR and Wood bats are also allowed. All players must be listed on the official roster prior to the first game. 9U Division Players who turn 10 prior to May 1 of the current season are not eligible. 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 defensive player listed as pitcher shall not leave the pitching circle until the ball is hit. All players, coaches, managers, sponsors and spectators are expected to conduct themselves in a sportsmanlike manner at all times. If an end plug has come out or the knob has come off, the only way that such bat is legal in USSSA play, is if the knob or end cap is replaced by the manufacturer. Bat Restrictions: 13u & Younger: All bats -5 or greater must be stamped BPF 1.15 USSSA or USA stamp. Red flag events will follow the following rules however event directors reserve the right to modify rules as needed in the best interest of the event. If an illegal pitcher is permitted to pitch, any pitch or play that results is legal. 1 0 obj The pitching coach shall not verbally or physically coach while in the pitching position. Gm# 22. No infield will be allowed during the tournaments. If no outs have been recorded in the game, the courtesy runner shall be the previous batter not on base. Subsequent violations: batter is pronounced out (if discovered before a pitch to next batter) and head coach is ejected. No outfielder shall assume an infield position. 10. If anytime during a tournament game, a player is discovered illegal due to an age violation or participating on more than one team in the same tournament, the team is subject to forfeit. The DH and the player he is batting for are both locked into the same batting slot; neither of these two. Runners shall not lead-off or steal bases. The EH and XH is the same as any position on the field as far as substitutions are concerned. lightning detector, working on fields, etc. 7U Division 10u**46' pitching**65' bases . 3 0 obj Tournament committee reserves the right to remove teams from playoff contention. All rain out games may not be made up depending on time constraints. Players who turn 13 prior to May 1 of the current season are not eligible. Any player(s) arriving after the game has begun, shall be added to the bottom of the batting line-up. When a balk is called it is NOT a dead ball. 12.02.A.2, Leagues may have multiple All-Star teams in any age division. Lincoln Park Sports Complex 1. The parent or guardian of the injured person, however, will not be bound by this protocol and may choose a different approach consistent with their legal rights as the parent or guardian. Rule 7.05.B.1 7.05.B.7 Penalty: Any violation shall result in immediate forfeiture of the game. All players participating in USSSA Rec League Baseball play shall have photocopies of their original birth certificate in the possession of their team manager at all times. PLAYER PITCH RULES 7U/8U. 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. 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. All-Star teams may be chosen by any method. Z_-- Violation of such an oath shall result in permanent suspension from all USSSA activities. Runs Allowed Ascending 6) Avg. Any player, coach, manager, sponsor, fan, spectator, director, or officer who engages in physical fighting. Minor Recommended for ballplayers ages 9-10. Any coach, manager, sponsor or spectator ejected from a game shall immediately remove themselves from the vicinity of the playing field and / or grandstands for the remainder of the game. Players who turn 7 prior to May 1 of the current season are not eligible. 6U Division Players who turn 7 prior to May 1 of the current season are not eligible. Penalty: Any ineligible player MAY cause the team to be disqualified and put in last place. An Intentional Walk may be issued upon announcement from either the pitcher or catcher without throwing pitches. b. 13.02.C.7. Also, coaches of adult teams which have multiple offenses under this rule may also be so suspended for failing to have his team follow USSSA. If no outs have been recorded in the game, the courtesy runner shall be the previous batter not on base. 6:30 PM. Custom Bats: No approved manufacturer may make a custom USSSA bat for a player or a team. If no one claims to be the owner, USSSA shall retain the bat. Bases 60' b. Pitcher's Mound 46' 2. 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. Lineup cards are to be given to the official scorekeeper before the home plate meeting. 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. Director reserves the right to enact pool protection at their discretion. 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). Championship games will be played with regular extra innings through the time limit. 7.05.B.4(b), A player that pitches eight (8) innings in two (2) consecutive days MUST rest the next day. Penalties for illegal bats will be assessed as per the NFHS rule book. All-Star Program: All-Star is a playing level for actual All-Star teams formed from USSSA Sanctioned Leagues. endobj A league shall consist of a minimum eight (8) game schedule. 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. CKAA Minors (10u) Baseball Rules and Regulations. (District, State, Area, Regional, and World Series) A game not completed before the night break pursuant to USSSA Rules 7.03.D shall be a suspended game. Tournament format is subject to change at any time if deemed necessary and will be determined based on the fairest outcome for all teams. The teams manager is responsible for all aspects of the eligibility of the players on his team and that they meet the requirements. The Infield Fly Rule shall not be in effect at any time. Time shall be called as soon as all runners are not attempting to advance. 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. Daily Limits 7U-8U: Daily max is 15 outs OR 50 pitches. Also, in the windup position, a pitcher is permitted to have his "free" foot on the rubber, in front of the rubber, behind the rubber, or off to the side of the rubber. Outs recorded during a game that ends in forfeit shall count towards a pitchers innings limits. 'y\nX J#^-lb^\);?j]x&8'BjkIAl&`!v]k+i e\kq;Qepf3+rQfarSH6^!1o[#RbjqXd|'v5SE}j$/Y_Ec5cE<058:fnF^EG- "Jymk6;W0lq~QQ_OSPmu The fake to third and throw to first play remains LEGAL for PG Youth events. Late arrivals shall be inserted at the bottom of the batting order. Protests shall be allowed for age and pitching violations or rule interpretations only. Pitching Circle: There shall be a ten (10) foot diameter circle with the front edge at forty-two (42) feet from the rear point of home plate. These Tie Breakers will be for all events: Qualifying, State and World Series. Comment: When a runner stands off a base and jukes or feints back and forth, this is to be interpreted as not attempting to advance and Time shall be called. c. CAf"yoimmky+$4BazV\B:'= @?hQ,.=$eN2mZ9#Cu1+p shuKv\d Pool play games can end in a tie if the time limit is up or a complete game has been played. If the last pitch is fouled, the batter gets an additional pitch. If at any time, a courtesy runner is determined to be ineligible, a proper replacement pursuant to these rules (if available) shall be used without penalty. Perfect Game Machine Pitch Specific Rules, Field Set Up and Guidelines, Pitching Machine: The front leg shall be set at a distance with the FRONT LEG of forty-two (42) feet from the rear point of home plate. The fact that the individual did not know that the bat was altered is not a factor in imposing the suspension. 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. Penalty: The play continues. 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.