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FAST Fall
Ball Rules and Regulations-2008
1.
Game times are 1:00 and 3:00 unless noted differently on the
schedule. The league will make up one rain out but not two. No refunds
will be given for games not played. If a weekend is rained out, the
first one will be made up on the weekend of October 18th.
2.
Time limit for games is at 1hr. 30 mins. Games are expected to start on
time and umpires will start the time at 1:00 and 3:00. No new inning
may start after the time limit. If tied, the International Tie Breaker
will be used. The last out of the previous inning is put on second base
and the game will continue. At one hour 50 minutes, if the game is not
completed the game will be final and the score will revert back to the
last full inning. Ties will be allowed.
3.
Each
team will bat the entire line up, with 3 outs per inning. Coaches are
allowed to change the batting line up to the second game, but not after
that. Wherever the batting order ends at one game, it starts with the
next batter at the next game, even if it is the following week. Freedom
of substitution is allowed. Players of all calibers should be
encouraged to play at different positions and be encouraged to try
things that they are not proficient at. Only three outfielders are
allowed on defense in all divisions.
4.
For
the 12U Silver division, there is an 8 run rule.
5.
Courtesy runners are allowed for pitchers and catchers. Courtesy
runners may only be the last out.
6.
The
10U division
will have a 6 run rule limit. The ball size will be 11”. There are
only three outfielders for this age group and no coach pitch for any
reason. Runners may lead off at the release of the pitch and steal any
base including home plate. They may only steal one base per pitch, no
advancing on overthrows for steals. They are subject to being put out if
they do advance. The ball is still alive until they are on a base and
then will be returned back to their legal base. The infield fly rule is
not in effect. There is no “dropped third strike” rule in the 10U
division. The pitching distance for 10U is 35 feet, bases are 60 feet.
Players may not advance past first base on a walk until the first pitch
to the next batter.
7.
There are no win/loss records or league standings in the Silver
Divisions.
8.
Mandatory practices are not allowed except an hour before the first game
on Sundays unless the team entered the league as a full team.
9.
Coaches may use the Player’s Goal sheets. This league is for the
purpose of girls to work on skills that need improvement. Coaches
should ensure that the Medical Release forms are at the fields during
games.
10.
There are no protests. Ruling by the umpires are final. A conference
between the coaches and umpires may be requested and shall not last
longer than 5 mins.
11.
Any injuries or other problems must be brought to the attention
of the Fall Ball Commissioner as soon as possible. For serious
injuries, do not hesitate to call the Rescue Squad. A written report
should be submitted immediately to the Fall Ball Commissioner stating
the incident and names and phone numbers of witnesses.
12.
Except for the above rules, the League will be following ASA
Rules.
13.
Players may be disciplined for just cause and the coach may sit
them out part of a game for disciplinary reasons. The league may expel
a player by the Fall Ball Commissioner. No refunds will be given.
Reasons for expulsions may include but not limited to, fighting, gross
profanity and false information on their registration forms.
14.
Coaches may be disciplined for not adhering to the principles of
the league and conduct that is unbecoming of a coach. This may be for
on or off field activities.
15.
Remember that the purpose of this league is to give
all
players more playing time and have them learn new skills or skills that
they have not perfected.
Any violations of these rules and regulations should be brought to the
attention of the SGS Fall Ball Commissioner.
Martin F. Drain
Cell—419-343-4716 or
e-mail:
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