LSW Rules for Spring Intramurals

Have Fun! 

1. Parents line players up and they take turns kicking the ball.

2. Players in the field get the ball and throws it back to the coach.

3. Coaches can try to have them run to a base with the ball or throw to 1st base.

4. After the last player kicks they run all the bases home.

5. Parents will instruct runners to run to the next base.

6. You should play 2 innings so every player kicks 2x.

7. If time allows you may play 3 innings.

T-Ball 1 Rules

LSW Sports

T-Ball 1 4-year-old Division 

Note: These rules will be some of your basic rules. 

As a league we will not tolerate confrontations of any kind on the field; this includes parents and coaches.  Team managers are responsible for the conduct of their parents and coaches. 

Always have Fun!

1. Every Complete Game has a 1:15 hr time limit.
2. Each team will field 8 players in the field.
3. Only 4 players on the infield and 4 outfielders.
4. All other players not playing in the field that inning can practice throwing and catching with the other coaches when possible.
5. Rotate each inning.
6. Teams will rotate1/2 their players to bat each inning. Ex batters 1-6 bat 1st inning, batters 7-12 bat 2nd inning.
7. Teams should be able to play 4 innings each game, 6 if time allows.
8. No Score will be kept.
9. If you can field a team, play the game. You may combine teams if necessary (it’s for fun)
10. Please keep players positioned outside or inside the baselines so runners have a straight path.
11. A rotating batting order will be used.
12. Batting out of turn is considered a mistake, just continue with the next batter.
13. The manager is responsible for playing each member of his or her team.  In fairness, every player should be playing every position on the field during the season. 
14. Players do not play the pitching position. Infield and outfield positions only. 1st, 2nd, SS, 3rd.
15. Players must be spread out in the outfield at least 10 feet behind the end of the infield. (particularly important to keep them back and to also teach infielders to let them get the ball if it gets out to the outfield.
16. Teach positioning.
17. The manager is responsible for playing each member of his or her team. In fairness, every player should be given opportunities to play every position on the field during the season.
18. Let the other coach know of any big hitters coming up to move infield back.
19. Station to station running,
20. The team in the field will be allowed 2 coaches on the field.  One behind the shortstop and one behind the 2nd basemen.  (The coach is not to interfere with game play do not pick up the ball.)
21. Please always have base coaches to teach players to run to the next base and keep an eye on the batter, ask any parent to help. Please have a bench coach (ask Parents).
22. No practice bat swings unless designated with a coach.
23. No bats in the dugout.
24. Hit off the Tee.
25. Any Fielding plays that results in an out the runner can stay on the base,
26. Last batter of the innings rounds the bases during the season.
27. Positioning of the fielders will occur at the beginning of each inning. Teach positions throughout the year.
28. Snack Schedule is especially important.
29. League will put up a rainout notice by 5:00 pm if field conditions/weather conditions cancel the game. After that it is a game time decision between these two teams and coaches must contact each other if games need to be cancelled or rescheduled.
30. Please do not cancel games prior to 5:00 pm as we have crews and snack stand personnel to contact.
31. No need to play in bad weather if the kids are not having fun. End the game and you can always play another day.
32. Players must wear a protective cup.
33. Helmet when batting.

no drop offs adult supervision must be present!!!

T-Ball 2 Rules

LSW Sports

T-Ball 2 5-6-Year-Old Division 

Note: These rules will be some of your basic rules. 

As a league we will not tolerate confrontations of any kind on the field; this includes parents and coaches.  Team managers are responsible for the conduct of their parents and coaches. 

Always have Fun!

1. Every Complete Game has a 1:15 hr time limit.
2. Each team will field 8 players in the field.
3. Only 4 players on the infield and 4 outfielders.
4. All other players not playing in the field that inning can practice throwing and catching with the other coaches when possible.
5. Rotate each inning.
6. Teams will rotate1/2 their players to bat each inning. Ex batters 1-6 bat 1st inning, batters 7-12 bat 2nd inning.
7. Teams should be able to play 4 innings each game, 6 if time allows.
8. No Score will be kept.
9. If you can field a team, play the game. You may combine teams if necessary (it’s for fun)
10. Please keep players positioned outside or inside the baselines so runners have a straight path.
11. A rotating batting order will be used.
12. Batting out of turn is considered a mistake, just continue with the next batter.
13. The manager is responsible for playing each member of his or her team.  In fairness, every player should be playing every position on the field during the season. 
14. Players do not play the pitching position. Infield and outfield positions only. 1st, 2nd, SS, 3rd.
15. Players must be spread out in the outfield at least 10 feet behind the end of the infield. (particularly important to keep them back and to also teach infielders to let them get the ball if it gets out to the outfield. Teach positioning
16. Let the other coach know of any big hitters coming up to move infield back.
17. Station to station running,
18. The team in the field will be allowed 2 coaches on the field.  One behind the shortstop and one behind the 2nd basemen.  (The coach is not to interfere with game play do not pick up the ball.)
19. Please always have base coaches to teach players to run to the next base and keep an eye on the batter, ask any parent to help. Please have a bench coach (ask Parents).
20. No practice bat swings unless designated with a coach.
21. No bats in the dugout.
22. Have 1 coach pitch and the other coach set up the batter and the third coach/parent inside the dugout keeping an eye on the players and getting them ready to bat next.
23. All parents should be encouraged to be involved throughout the season.
24. All players will have a maximum of 7 pitches after that they hit off the tee.
25.  Please no extra pitches.
26. Any fielding plays that results in an out the runner can stay on the base.
27. Last batter rounds all the bases during the season.
28. Positioning of the fielders will occur at the beginning of the inning. 
29. First 2 games teams will hit off the Tee after that the coach will pitch to the batters from the pitching mound distance when possible. Please pitch overhand while kneeling or bending down low, always protect yourself.
30. Snack Schedule is especially important. Have a parent or coach set up a snack schedule.
31. League will put up rainout notice by 5:00 pm if field conditions/weather conditions cancel the game, after that it is a game time decision between the two teams and coaches must contact each other if game needs to be cancelled or rescheduled. Please do not cancel game before 5:00 pm as we have crews and snack stand personnel to contact.
32. No need to play in bad weather if the kids are not having fun end the game and you can always play another day.
33. Players must wear a protective cup.
34. Helmet when batting.

no drop offs adult supervision must be present!!!

Rookie Rules

LSW Sports

Rookies-6-7-Year-Old Division

Note: These rules will be some of your basic rules.

As a league we will not tolerate confrontations of any kind on the field; this includes parents and coaches.  Team managers are responsible for the conduct of their parents and coaches.

A pitching machine will be used.

1. Every Complete Game has a 1 1/2 hr time limit.
2. Each team will field 8 players in the field and a catcher.
3. Only 4 players on the infield plus catcher and 4 outfielders.
4. All other players not playing in the field that inning can practice pitching on the mound past the left field fence with another volunteer coach.
5. Rotate each inning.
6. Teams will rotate1/2 their players to bat each inning. Ex batters 1-6 bat 1st inning, batters 7-12 bat 2nd inning.
7. Teams should be able to play 4 innings each game, 6 if time allows.
8. No Score will be kept.
9. A minimum of 5 players must play.  If you can field a team, play the game. You may combine teams if necessary (it’s for fun)
10. Please keep players positioned outside the baselines so runners have a straight path.
11. You may also set up a tee in the batting cage and practice hitting when they are not in the field.
12. A rotating batting order will be used.
13. Batting out of turn is considered a mistake just go to next batter.
14. The manager is responsible for playing each member of his or her team.  In fairness, every player should be playing every position on the field during the season. 
15. Players do not play the pitching position. Infield and outfield positions only. 1st, 2nd, SS, 3rd, C.
16. Let the other coach know of any big hitters coming up to move infield back.
17. Station to station running, may go for 2 bases max if hit into the outfield. Coaches discretion.
18. The team in the field will be allowed 2 coaches on the field.  One behind the shortstop and one behind the 2nd basemen.  (The coach is not to interfere with game play do not pick up the ball.)
19. Please always have base coaches to teach players to run to the next base and keep an eye on the batter, ask any parent to help. Please have a bench coach (ask Parent).
20. No practice Bat swings unless always designated with a coach.
21. All players will have a maximum of 7 pitches after that they hit off the tee.
22.  Please no extra pitches.
23. Any fielding plays that results in an out the runner can stay on the base for the beginning of the year. (rule will be adjusted halfway thru to allow outs and runners will be called out and sent back to the bench. Division director will determine when the rule will go into effect.
24. Last two games of the year will play 3 outs per team each inning. Unlimited innings based on time allowed. Batting around the lineup is still in effect if 3 outs are not recorded. Max of 7 pitches then is recorded as an out. (Last batter rounding bases is not in effect during last 2 games.)
25. Last batter rounds all the bases during the season.
26. Positioning of the fielders will occur at the beginning of the inning. 
27. To avoid injuries, no plays will be made in front of pitching machine.  Only an adult may work with the machine.

no drop offs adult supervision must be present!!!

Farms Sportsmanship Rule 1.0 Regular Season

Sportsmanship Rule 1.0 Farms Division

Farms Division:

To keep the game moving along at an even pace we have the bat around rule and the 5-walk rule. During the regular season depending on the score, you as the team leading in the game may use the sportsmanship rule to end the inning at any point you feel shows sportsmanship to the other team. Please let your fellow farms manager know that you will be ending the inning after so and so bats or after a final run comes in. Again, any point during an inning just let them know you will be doing this prior to making that decision. Please understand you can teach your team what sportsmanship is when they ask why you are ending an inning early and that even if the other team comes back, it is not the end of the world as a competitive game is better than a blowout. You as an opposing manager should welcome a comeback as it will help improve your team when playing defense and how to stop them in the future. In this regard the team making the comeback is still regulated to the max batting around in an inning so it should help with evening out the score when necessary.

If you so choose when you are playing a fellow coach you may implement a 4-5 run rule per inning before you start the game. We are not mandating this but if you wish you may do so in the spirit of this rule. If you do implement this rule the last inning does not apply as it would rule out any final comeback for a victory on either side. Since time is always an issue you must designate the last inning before it starts preferably at the end of the 4th inning where you should know if you are going to play 5 or 6 innings.

Stealing bases when leading by many runs can be considered unsportsmanlike and thus is under the discretion of each individual manager. A coach’s decision on the field will reflect on the team manager so please instruct them accordingly when you feel it is not necessary to steal bases. You may send a runner back to a previous base if you deem it necessary just let the other coach and umpire know what you are doing prior to doing it.

Scoring extra runs falls into this same category when leading by enough runs during the game. Managers are responsible to teach sportsmanship and cannot blame the runner or coach when they disregard this, it will and does reflect badly on each manager.

LSW FARMS DIVISION RULES

1. Before the game, one representative per team will discuss ground rules with the umpire including, dead balls and age-specific rules.
2. Each team will supply one new baseball to the umpire.
3. An umpire’s decision is final. There is a ZERO tolerance rule for disagreement. Under no circumstances will a verbal or physical confrontation between players, coaches, umpires, and/or spectators be tolerated. Anyone doing so will be asked to leave the field of play and will do so before the game can resume. Failure to do so will result in a forfeit. All incidents will be reported to the Division Director who will deal out possible repercussions.
4. Scorebooks must be kept with the players last name included.
5. ALL participants should receive EQUAL playing time.
6. Every player must play 2 innings in the infield, 1 during the 1st 3 innings, and 1 during the 2nd 3 innings. A complete game is 6 innings with a 2-hour time limit. No inning will start after 1:50 min. The home team does not bat if leading in the bottom of the last inning. Four innings will be an official game if called for weather or darkness. No regular season game will extend beyond 2:10 min. Extra innings are permissible if time limit allows.
7. Only umpires can grant time.
8. Only the Manager can DISCUSS a call.
9. A team may protest a game at which point both books should be clearly marked.
10. After lightning, the field will be cleared for a min of 15 min before play can resume, weather permitting.
11. There is a ten-run mercy rule after 4 innings and equal at bats.
12. SPORTSMANSHIP is strongly urged, DO NOT take advantage of less experienced players or run up the score.
13. Do not run-on overthrows. Cannot advance when the ball is on the infield.
14. Stealing third is allowed after the ball crosses the plate.
15. 3 steals Max per inning.
16. No leading until after the ball crosses the plate. One warning per player.
17. Division Director must reschedule all games.
18. If umpire does not show (10 minutes Grace) try to agree on a suitable volunteer.
19. Bases set at 60 feet, pitching distance set at 42 feet.
20. A player may pitch a max of 4 innings per week. One pitch equals 1 inning.
21. 2 innings max per game.
22. After 2nd visit to mound in an inning, pitcher must be removed and cannot return. An injury will not result in a charged visit, as determined by the umpire.
23. Max of 5 walks/inning EXCEPT in last inning when pitcher must be changed. Hit batsmen count as walks. Pitcher may not pitch the next inning after they gave up 5 walks in the previous inning.
24. An inning also ends when you have gone through your entire lineup with equal at bats to the opponent. (does not apply to the 6th inning)
25. A pitcher must be replaced after 2nd hit batsmen in an inning or 3rd in a game.
26. Injured batters may be replaced with the last batted out, at bat resumes as is. Injured player may return to line up next at bat. If they cannot continue the spot is skipped with no penalty. If a player leaves it is not an out in the order, the position is skipped.
27. Batting out of order is a mistake, scheduled batter should resume.
28. 10 fielder’s min of 8
29. If a team lacks the min number of players, they must refer to division director who will offer a list of eligible players to “call up”.
30. Call ups Rookies to Farms only. Call ups should be spread from team to team. Comparable player skill wise should be called.
31. A call up cannot miss their game to play up.
32. ONLY coach, umpire, or suited player can warm up a pitcher.
33. All runners MUST slide FEET first, except when returning to base. Headfirst slides are an OUT.
34. No Bunting.
35. No infield flies.
36. No tag ups.
37. Ball in Dead territory results in awarding the last base touched plus 1 additional.
38. Catcher can be removed from base path and replaced with the last batted out after 2 outs in the inning.
39. NO REPOSITIONING of players once the inning has begun, except when due to an injury.
40. No player may sit MORE than 2 innings. REMEMBER EQUAL PLAYING TIME. Rule #5.
41. No dropped third strike.
42. Bat size: USA Standard 2 3/4 Max(most common size now is 2 5/8): NO USSA bats 2 5/8 or 2 3/4, no Wood or BB Core Bats Allowed
43. ALL PLAYERS MUST WEAR PROTECTIVE CUP. NO CUP NO PLAY.
44. 3 Steals max per inning

* Farms Division reminder - We use Umpires who are 14 - 15 years old. They are kids and should be treated with respect. We will not tolerate Parents/Players/Coaches yelling, tormenting, or confronting them. There is a Zero-Tolerance rule.

The Player Positioning Sheets and Score book must always be kept up to date during the game. Executive Board Members and Division Directors can ask to see this at any time during the game. If it is not kept up to date the Manager will be given a first warning. Second time could result in losing your team. This is a record, so every child receives fair playing time.

Farms Division Director

LSW website is www.lswsports.org

Minors Sportsmanship Rule 1.0

Sportsmanship Rule 1.0 Minors Division

Minors Division:

To keep the game moving along at an even pace we have the bat around rule and the 5-walk rule. During the regular season depending on the score you as the team leading in the game may use the sportsmanship rule to end the inning at any point you feel shows sportsmanship to the other team. Please let your fellow minor manager know that you will be ending the inning after so and so bats or after a final run comes in. Again, any point during an inning just let them know you will be doing this prior to making that decision. Please understand you can teach your team what sportsmanship is when they ask why you are ending an inning early and that even if the other team comes back it is not the end of the world as a competitive game is better then a blowout. You as an opposing manager should welcome a comeback as it will help improve your team when playing defense and how to stop them in the future. In this regard the team making the comeback is still regulated to the max batting around in an inning so it should help with evening out the score when necessary.

If you so choose when you are playing a fellow coach you may implement a 4-5 run rule per inning before you start the game. We are not mandating this but if you wish you may do so in the spirit of this rule. If you do implement this rule the last inning does not apply as it would rule out any final comeback for a victory on either side. Since time is always an issue you must designate the last inning before it starts preferably at the end of the 4th inning where you should know if you are going to play 5 or 6 innings.

Stealing bases when leading by a large number of runs can be considered unsportsmanlike and thus is under the discretion of each individual manager. A coach’s decision on the field will reflect on the team manager so please instruct them accordingly when you feel it is not necessary to steal bases. You may send a runner back to a previous base if you deem it necessary just let the other coach and umpire know what you are doing prior to doing it.

Scoring extra runs falls into this same category when leading by a sufficient amount of runs during the game. Managers are responsible to teach sportsmanship and cannot blame the runner or coach when they disregard this, it will and does reflect badly on each manager.

Minors Guidelines 

Minors Division Guidelines  These are in conjunction with the LSW Rules and Guidelines below this list.

LSW MINORS DIVISION RULES

1. Before the game, one representative per team will discuss ground rules with the umpire including, dead balls and age-specific rules.
2. Each team will supply one new baseball to the umpire.
3. An umpire’s decision is final. There is a ZERO tolerance rule for disagreement. Under no circumstances will a verbal or physical confrontation between players, coaches, umpires, and/or spectators be tolerated. Anyone doing so will be asked to leave the field of play and will do so before the game can resume. Failure to do so will result in a forfeit. All incidents will be reported to the Division Director who will deal out possible repercussions.
4. Scorebooks must be kept with the players last name included.
5. ALL participants should receive EQUAL playing time.
6. Every player must play 2 innings in the infield, 1 during the 1st 3 innings, and 1 during the 2nd 3 innings. A complete game is 6 innings with a 2-hour time limit. No inning will start after 1:50 min. The home team does not bat if leading in the bottom of the last inning. Four innings will be an official game if called for weather or darkness. No regular season game will extend beyond 2:10 min. Extra innings are permissible if time limit allows.
7. Only umpires can grant time.
8. Only the Manager can DISCUSS a call.
9. A team may protest a game at which point both books should be clearly marked.
10. After lightning, the field will be cleared for a min of 15 min before play can resume, weather permitting.
11. There is an ten run mercy rule after 4 innings and equal at bats.
12. SPORTSMANSHIP is strongly urged, DO NOT take advantage of less experienced players or run up the score.
13. Do not run on overthrows. Cannot advance when the ball is on the infield.
14. Stealing second and third is allowed after the ball crosses the plate.
15. No double steals only 1 player may steal at a time.
16. 3 steals max per inning.
17. No leading until after the ball crosses the plate. One warning per player.
18. Division Director must reschedule all games.
19. If umpire does not show (10 minutes Grace) try to agree on a suitable volunteer.
20. Bases set at 65 feet, pitching distance set at 46 feet.
21. A player may pitch a max of 6 innings per week. One pitch equals 1 inning.
22. 2 innings max per game. updated 6-6-24
23. After 2nd visit to mound in an inning, pitcher must be removed and cannot return. An injury will not result in a charged visit, as determined by the umpire.
24. Max of 5 walks/inning EXCEPT in last inning when pitcher must be changed. Hit batsmen count as walks. Pitcher may not pitch the next inning after they gave up 5 walks in the previous inning.
25. A pitcher cannot be put back in once they have been taken out.
26. Travel pitching rules apply see your division director for clarification.
27. One 9-year-old must pitch at least 1 complete inning. If they need to be removed, you must substitute with another 9-year-old. If you wish to substitute with a 10-year-old you must still have a 9 yr old pitch 1 complete inning.
28. An inning also ends when you have gone through your entire lineup with equal at bats to the opponent. (does not apply to the 6th inning)
29. A pitcher must be replaced after 2nd hit batsmen in an inning or 3rd in a game.
30. Injured batters may be replaced with the last batted out, at bat resumes as is. Injured player may return to line up next at bat. If they cannot continue the spot is skipped with no penalty. If a player leaves it is not an out in the order, the position is skipped.
31. Batting out of order can be challenged before the next pitch.
32. 10 fielder’s min of 8
33. If a team lacks the min number of players, they must refer to division director who will offer a list of eligible players to “call up”.
34. Call ups Farms to Minors only. Call ups should be spread from team to team. Comparable player skill wise should be called. If game day necessary, the division director may authorize another minor’s player to play.
35. A call up cannot miss their game to play up.
36. Please use call up rules gone over by your division director.
37. ONLY coach, umpire, or suited player can warm up a pitcher.
38. All runners MUST slide FEET first, except when returning to base. Head first slides are an OUT.
39. Bunting.
40. Infield fly.
41. No tag ups.
42. Ball in Dead territory results in awarding the last base touched plus 1 additional.
43. Catcher can be removed from base path and replaced with the last batted out after 2 outs in the inning.
44. NO REPOSITIONING of players once the inning has begun, except when due to an injury.
45. No player may sit MORE than 2 innings. REMEMBER EQUAL PLAYING TIME. Rule #5.
46. No player may play the outfield more than 3 consecutive innings
47. No dropped third strike.
48. Bat size: USA Standard 2 3/4 Max: USSA Standard 2 1/4 Max: no Wood or BB Cor Bats Allowed.
49. ALL PLAYERS MUST WEAR PROTECTIVE CUP. NO CUP NO PLAY.
50. 3 Steals max per inning
51. All outfielders must be at least 20 feet back from end of the infield dirt. This is a constant battle but necessary to start to teach them the correct position to play when playing the outfield. Remember they may not throw any runner out on a force play at 1st base from the outfield and we do not encourage them to run to 2nd base to get the runner out because they are positioned right behind 2nd base. They may throw a runner out on a force play at 2nd or 3rd base that is why it is necessary to have them start 20 feet back from the infield.
52. Final Rule please read thru these and the official guidelines to ensure there is no ambiguous rules that conflict with each other. We use these as guidelines to help improve the flow of the game and sportsmanship during the game.
53. Sportsmanship Rule 1.0 is online for review. Please read thru it and work with your fellow managers to implement it when you feel necessary to improve the game and experience for the players and families each game

The Player Positioning Sheets and Scorebook must always be kept up to date during the game. Executive Board Members and Division Directors can ask to see this at any time during the game. If it is not kept up to date the Manager will be given a firs warning. Second time could result in losing your team. This is a record, so every child receives fair playing time.

Majors Sportsmanship Rule 1.0

Sportsmanship Rule 1.0 Majors Division

Majors Division:

To keep the game moving along at an even pace we have the bat around as stated in the league rules. During the regular season depending on the score you as the team leading in the game may use the sportsmanship rule to end the inning at any point you feel shows sportsmanship to the other team. Please let your fellow major manager know that you will be ending the inning after so and so bats or after a final run comes in. Again, any point during an inning just let them know you will be doing this prior to making that decision. Please understand you can teach your team what sportsmanship is when they ask why you are ending an inning early and that even if the other team comes back it is not the end of the world as a competitive game is better than a blowout. You as an opposing manager should welcome a comeback as it will help improve your team when playing defense and how to stop them in the future. In this regard the team making the comeback is still regulated to the max batting around in an inning so it should help with evening out the score when necessary.

If you so, choose when you are playing a fellow coach you may implement a 4-5 run rule per inning before you start the game. We are not mandating this but if you wish you may do so in the spirit of this rule. If you do implement this rule the last inning does not apply as it would rule out any final comeback for a victory on either side. Since time is always an issue you must designate the last inning before it starts preferably at the end of the 4th inning where you should know if you are going to play 5 or 6 innings.

Stealing bases when leading by a large number of runs can be considered unsportsmanlike and thus is under the discretion of each individual manager. A coach’s decision on the field will reflect on the team manager so please instruct them accordingly when you feel it is not necessary to steal bases. You may send a runner back to a previous base if you deem it necessary just let the other coach and umpire know what you are doing prior to doing it.

Scoring extra runs falls into this same category when leading by a sufficient amount of runs during the game. Managers are responsible to teach sportsmanship and cannot blame the runner or coach when they disregard this, it will and does reflect badly on each manager.

Majors Guidelines 

Majors Division Guidelines These are in conjunction with the LSW Rules and Guidelines below this list.

LSW Majors DIVISION RULES

1. Before the game, one representative per team will discuss ground rules with the umpire including, dead balls and age-specific rules.
2. Each team will supply one new baseball to the umpire.
3. An umpire’s decision is final. There is a ZERO tolerance rule for disagreement. Under no circumstances will a verbal or physical confrontation between players, coaches, umpires, and/or spectators be tolerated. Anyone doing so will be asked to leave the field of play and will do so before the game can resume. Failure to do so will result in a forfeit. All incidents will be reported to the Division Director who will deal out possible repercussions.
4. Scorebooks must be kept with the players last name included.
5. ALL participants should receive EQUAL playing time.
6. Every player must play 2 innings in the infield, 1 during the 1st 3 innings, and 1 during the 2nd 3 innings. A complete game is 6 innings with a 2-hour time limit. No inning will start after 1:50 min. The home team does not bat if leading in the bottom of the last inning. Four innings will be an official game if called for weather or darkness. No regular season game will extend beyond 2:10 min. Extra innings are permissible if time limit allows.
7. Only umpires can grant time.
8. Only the Manager can DISCUSS a call.
9. A team may protest a game at which point both books should be clearly marked.
10. After lightning, the field will be cleared for a min of 15 min before play can resume, weather permitting.
11. There is a ten-run mercy rule after 4 innings and equal at bats.
12. SPORTSMANSHIP is strongly urged, DO NOT take advantage of less experienced players or run up the score.
13. Leading allowed.
14. Balks given 1 warning before being awarded a stolen base.
15. Division Director must reschedule all games.
16. If umpire does not show (10 minutes Grace) try to agree on a suitable volunteer.
17. Bases set at 75 feet, pitching distance set at 51 feet.
18. A player may pitch a max of 6 innings per week including travel. One pitch equals 1 inning.
19. 2 innings max per game. updated 6-6-24
20. After 2nd visit to mound in an inning, pitcher must be removed and cannot return. An injury will not result in a charged visit, as determined by the umpire.
21. A pitcher cannot be put back in once they have been taken out.
22. Travel pitching rules apply see your division director for clarification.
23. One 11-year-old must pitch at least 1 complete inning. If they need to be removed, you must substitute with another 11-year-old. If you wish to substitute with a 12-year-old you must still have an 11 yr old pitch 1 complete inning.
24. An inning also ends when you have gone through your entire lineup with equal at bats to the opponent. (does not apply to the 6th inning)
25. A pitcher must be replaced after 2nd hit batsmen in an inning or 3rd in a game.
26. Injured batters may be replaced with the last batted out, at bat resumes as is. Injured player may return to line up next at bat. If they cannot continue the spot is skipped with no penalty. If a player leaves it is not an out in the order, the position is skipped.
27. Batting out of order can be challenged before the next pitch.
28. 10 fielder’s min of 8
29. If a team lacks the min number of players, they must refer to division director who will offer a list of eligible players to “call up”.
30. Call ups Minors to Majors only. Call ups should be spread from team to team. Comparable player skill wise should be called. If game day necessary, the division director may authorize another minors player to play.
31. A call up cannot miss their game to play up.
32. Please use call up rules gone over by your division director.
33. ONLY coach, umpire, or suited player can warm up a pitcher.
34. All runners MUST slide FEET first, except when returning to base. Head first slides are an OUT.
35. Bunting.
36. Infield fly.
37. Tag ups.
38. Ball in Dead territory results in awarding one base plus +1 additional at umpires discretion.
39. Catcher can be removed from base path and replaced with the last batted out after 2 outs in the inning.
40. NO REPOSITIONING of players once the inning has begun, except when due to an injury.
41. No player may sit MORE than 2 innings. REMEMBER EQUAL PLAYING TIME. Rule #5.
42. No player may play the outfield more than 3 consecutive innings
43. No dropped third strike.
44. Bat size: USA Standard 2 3/4 Max: USSA Standard 2 5/8 Max: BPF1.15 2 3/4 max 2 5/8 or 2 3/4 bats must be -10 or heavier: no Wood/Bamboo or BB Cor Bats Allowed.
45. ALL PLAYERS MUST WEAR PROTECTIVE CUP. NO CUP NO PLAY.
46. All outfielders should be at least 20 feet back from end of the infield dirt. This is a constant battle but necessary to start to teach them the correct position to play when playing the outfield. 
47. Final Rule please read thru these and the official guidelines to ensure there is no ambiguous rules that conflict with each other. We use these as guidelines to help improve the flow of the game and sportsmanship during the game.
48. Sportsmanship Rule 1.0 is online for review. Please read thru it and work with your fellow managers to implement it when you feel necessary to improve the game and experience for the players and families each game

The Player Positioning Sheets and Scorebook must always be kept up to date during the game. Executive Board Members and Division Directors can ask to see this at any time during the game. If it is not kept up to date the Manager will be given a firs warning. Second time could result in losing your team. This is a record, so every child receives fair playing time.