1. Each game will consist of 6 innings (1 ½ hour max)
2. 9 players on the field including pitcher and catcher
3. The batting tee will be used for the first two innings (mainly to ensure the boys in the field get some defensive action and to move the game along)
4. Subsequent innings will be a combination of kid and coach pitch (6 from kid, 4 from coach). After 10 pitches an out is recorded and the boy returns to the bench. There are no walks. [I strongly encourage the boys to do their best to hit off the kid-pitch.]
5. Each half inning will be considered over when the earlier of 3 outs or 5 runs scored occurs
6. Maximum number of bases on a batted ball
- If a batted ball does not leave the infield the batter is to advance to first only.
- If a batted ball is hit into the outfield, in front of or in between the outfielders. the batter may advance two bases.
- If a batted ball goes past the outfielders (ON A FLY OR LINE) there will be unlimited base advancement.
7. Fielding play of a batted ball
- Tag plays are allowed.
- Plays at home plate are allowed.
- Double Plays are allowed.
- Force outs are in play.
- NO infield fly rule.
8. Players must prove they can pitch in practice first (i.e., the player's throws should be near the plate before they should be used as a pitcher).
9. Catcher must wear an athletic supporter and cup. Any putout at home must be handled by the catcher for the out at home to be recorded.
10. Base Running
1. No leading off any base.
2. No stealing of any base.
3. Over-throws to all bases are considered “dead” and the runners may NOT advance.
4. Base runner is allowed to tag up on a fly ball.
5. A tagging runner who leaves early will be returned to his base.
11. GENERAL SAFETY:
1. Helmets must be worn by all offensive players on the playing field. (batter and base runners)
2. No one except the batter in the batter's box is allowed to hold a bat at any time during the game. (Before, During and After!!)
3. No fence or backstop climbing at any time
4. All players are STRONGLY encouraged to wear a protective cup.
12. BATTED BALL:
1. Any batted ball that hits a coach (in fair territory) is considered “dead” and the batter is awarded first base.
2. A foul fly ball is in play and can be "tagged up" on.
13. SLIDING:
1. Foot first sliding is permitted.
2. Head first slides will result in an automatic out.
3. Foot first sliding is mandatory at home plate
14. SUBSTITUTIONS All Positions
Hi coach/daddy here are my questions:
ReplyDeleteAre triple plays allowed?
If there is a close play at home, does the play have to slide?
Will the catcher be signaling the pitcher?
What is a tag play?
Joe K.
Big Joe!!! My answers are below:
ReplyDelete1. Triples are permitted, but you must hit the ball on fly either in between the outfielders or over their heads.
2. Yes, you must slide if there is a close play at home. This is a safety issue and will help keep our team and our opponent's safe.
3. No, the pitcher will only be throwing fastballs, hence no need for signs.
4. A "tag play" is more often known as "tagging up". If a ball is hit into the air and caught, the runner on base may advance, but ONLY after the ball is caught. For our league, if the runner leaves early (i.e., before the ball is caught), you will be asked to return to the original base. However, in the major leagues, the runner can be called out for leaving early.
Good questions, Joe.
-Coach Rich