Protests must be filed and ruled on before the next pitch if during game, or before umpires leave field if after a game. Replacement by anyone else results in an altered bat with potential suspension for the owner/user of the bat. ONLYTWOschool grade exemptions per team will be allowed for players who are in the 6th grade who turn 13 years old before May 1st, 2023. League Participation: In all USSSA Baseball sanctioned leagues, teams shall qualify for State Championships and / or World Series play. In case of scheduling changes, it is the teams responsibility, not the tournament committee, to make sure they are aware of the new schedule or any scheduling changes. The responsibility for knowing whether a bat is altered is that of the users and the owner of the bat. . Pool play overall record (winning percentage), If two teams are tied -Head to Head winner. 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. A player that is found to be illegal due to an age violation during or after a league or tournament game, shall result in the offending team losing the game(s), team and player being ejected from the tournament, team being placed last in the standings and forfeiting all awards, points, sponsors travel money, and berths that would have been or have been awarded. PITCHING GUIDELINES: Innings pitched are not limited by innings daily on 2-day events. If the last pitch is fouled, the batter gets an additional pitch. 8.19, The game is over, when the opposing team is mathematically eliminated from scoring enough runs to win or tie the game. Rules; Baseball . Any event that results in physical altercation (before, during or after a game) could result in a forfeit for both teams. If games are cancelled, pool winners and championship qualification will be determined by the tie breaking procedures (listed below). home team shall cease batting and the game shall end. In addition, USSSA has added the following to the rule books of each USSSA sport which does not defer to another organization for its rule book. A runner is out for leaving the base before the ball is hit or reaches home plate. In double elimination brackets, the highest seeded team shall be the home team until the championship game. And if the worn / abused / damaged / foreign substance is apparent enough that the batter should. No inning can start after the time limit. Please view the Pitching Report on the event page to see what pitching rules are being for events. Pitch Hit & Run DYB Youth Baseball Announces Partnership With TeamPass DYB Online Store . If there is a contradiction with language found in any printed copy of this addendum and the version most recently updated online, the online version shall supersede. 1.02. A runner starting a play at 3rd base may ONLY advance home on a batted ball or when forced home by a walk, hit batter, or another force play (bases loaded). No infield will be allowed during the tournaments. If no players not presently in the line-up are available, the courtesy runner shall be the player making the last batted out. not an altered bat, if he brings it into a USSSA facility or used it in a USSSA sanctioned activity. The illegal player shall be removed from the offending teams Official Online Roster and additional penalties may be applied to the illegal player and / or team manager / coaches. If warranted, the offending party shall be ejected from the game at the discretion of the Umpires and / or the League / Tournament Director. Bats that are damaged in any way, including but not limited to cracked, warped, missing a knob/cap, having a rattle, etc. Players born on/after May 1, 2012are eligible. The only question is whether the bat is altered or whether the owner / user has refused to let the bat be examined to determine if it is altered. Players who turn 12 prior to May 1 of the current season are not eligible. All substitutes should be listed with accurate jerseys numbers. No pitcher shall appear in a game as a pitcher for three consecutive days, regardless of pitch counts. After the Director, Altered Bat Committee and Manufacturer examination of a bat to determine if it is altered have all been completed, or upon the decision of the owner / user to not allow further inspection of the bat pursuant to USSSA Rules 13.02.C.1 and / or 13.02.C.2, the bat shall be returned to the owner. His spot in the batting order WILL BE AN AUTOMATIC OUT EACH TIME. 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. League / Tournament officials shall rule on all protests and their decisions shall be final. 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. The team protesting must make cash payment of $100 at the time of the protest. These policies, if any, shall be recognized and enforced during USSSA events. Dugouts are not assigned. the home team has scored more runs after two and one half (2 1/2) innings the game shall be declared a complete game. The EH and XH is the same as any position on the field as far as substitutions are concerned. USSSA will NOT be using the MLB mandatory batter limits. Players who are 12U are eligible for this division regardless of their grade. Time shall be called as soon as the lead runner is not attempting to advance. All bats must have a branding, label, or stamp proving BPF 1.15. Players born on/after May 1, 2013are eligible. Such line-up must be declared before the start of the game and used the entire game. If a runner slides head first, the runners arm/arms and torso must be on the ground prior to contact with the fielder. However, those players must be born on/after January 1, 2013 to be eligible. 13U/14U. 8u Machine Pitch Specific Rules; 8u Kid Pitch Specific Rules; 7-8u Coach Pitch . The batter shall receive a maximum of six (6) pitches or three (3) swinging strikes. Malicious contact is solely up to the discretion of the Umpire. Playing rules not specifically covered herein, shall be governed by The Official MLB Rules of Baseball National League. 13U Division Umpires shall call Time after every play and declare the ball dead. Leading off or stealing is allowed when the ball enters the hitting zone. Time will be kept by the PG Field Director. 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. 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. Lincoln Park Sports Complex 1. Game 3 Sat 12:15 PM. Any player(s) arriving after the game has begun, shall be added to the bottom of the batting line-up. Custom Bats: No approved manufacturer may make a custom USSSA bat for a player or a team. In addition, the same substitute CANNOT run for more than one position (Pitcher or Catcher) in the same game. A player that is found to be illegal due to an age violation during or after a league or tournament game, shall result in the offending team losing the game(s), team and player being ejected from the tournament, team being placed last in the standings and forfeiting all awards, points, sponsors travel money, and berths that would have been or have been awarded. A team may continue a game with a minimum of eight (8) players. Leagues shall conform to all the requirements pursuant to USSSA Rules 12.01.A.1 12.01. The pitching coach shall not verbally or physically coach while in the pitching position. Note: Players in 12U and younger divisions must wear a catchers helmet that fully covers both ears. 7.05.B.7. % For all cumulative totals in this rule, one (1) out equals one-third (1/3) of an inning, two (2) outs equals two thirds (2/3) of an inning and three (3) outs equals one (1) full inning. Youth Player Altered Bats: The parents or legal guardians of a youth player suspended pursuant to USSSA Rules 13.02.C.1 and / or 13.02.C.2 may be suspended for any time period, including life, from all USSSA sanctioned activities. The pitching coach must be in contact with the chalked/permanent pitchers rubber while, pitching. 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. 1. A player ejected while roster batting will result in the team losing that player for the entire game. Time shall be called as soon as all runners are not attempting to advance. All bats for scholastic divisions (High School Events) must conform to the National Federation of High School Associations (NFHS) bat standards including a length to weight ratio no greater than negative three (-3) ounces. (This will help the tournament keep on time). The bat has in any other way had its on-field performance improved by physically changing the bat (other than by hitting the bat at game condition swing speeds against a USSSA approved ball traveling at. Additional penalties may be assessed at the discretion of the League / Tournament Director. If it is the last game of the tournament the offender may be required to sit the first game of the next tournament that the team plays in. oXrJ+3F&Qn}NN R{$}z=[ICvq} $f Pitching Restrictions: USSSA By-Laws pitching rules are in full effect for all USSSA tournaments. The members of the coaching staff (including the manager) can make one mound visit per pitcher per inning without needing to remove the pitcher from the game. 14.05. 4) Tied Teams (vs. each other) Winning Pct. Batter may not run on dropped 3rd strike. The DH can bat for any defensive player (not just the pitcher, as in some leagues). The courtesy runner shall be the player that made the previous out. If the bat is found to be altered, no awards or berth shall be given, and the team shall be placed last in the standings and the listed manager and coaches may be suspended for unsportsmanlike conduct. The USSSA Baseball season begins August 1st and concludes July 31st. Local facilities may have stricter policies prohibiting tobacco from facility and parking areas. Pitching Rules: Innings allowed per tournament through first 4 games played:-7's = 6 innings . a. Field 6 @ Lindsey Lyons. Players who turn 13 prior to May 1 of the current season are not eligible. 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. If time has expired, the last three hitters from previous inning will load the base with 1 out. A runner leaving early will result in a dead ball. 7 run limit per inning, until the last inning (unlimited runs), which will be declared with less than 15 minutes on the clockat the start of the new inning. If a player fouls off the 6th pitch it will be recorded as an out. The hitting team will start the inning with one out. Any team in violation of any roster rules located in section 3.08, 3.09 and 3.10 MAY be disqualified from their current event and be placed in last place. The bat has in any other way had its on-field performance improved by physically changing the bat (other than by hitting the bat at game condition swing speeds against a USSSA approved ball traveling at game condition speeds). 6/13 - Pool protection was used on the following seeds: The following are the only wood composite bats allowed: AAA Pro Maple Baum Bat (Gold & White editions), AAA Pro Ash Baum Bat (Gold & White editions). 8U Division Players who turn 9 prior to May 1 of the current season are not eligible. The batter shall receive a maximum of six (6) pitches or three (3) swinging strikes. If the last batter not on base is unavailable (i.e., he is the catcher or pitcher), the designated runner will roll back until such time as a possible substitute can be found. 13.02.C.9(e), 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. 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. ONLYTWOschool grade exemptions per team will be allowed for players who are in the 1st grade who turn 8 years old before May 1st, 2023. In World Series play, time limits may be used in pool play and consolation bracket games with approval of the Baseball Committee Chairman. Failure to produce a complete lineup card can result in games not starting on time. The League President (or Highest Officer) shall submit an official roster to the State Director for approval. The same runner leaves early twice during the same appearance on base, will be called out. If such violation is the last recorded out of the game, the protest MUST be filed prior to the Umpires and the protesting team leaving the field of play. Teams may start a game with eight (8) players. The team WILL be disqualified and put in last place. If still tied Total runs scored in pool play, If still tied Total runs allowed subtracting game with most runs allowed in pool play, If still tied Total runs allowed minus two games with most runs allowed in pool play, If still tied Runs scored inning by inning starting with first game until one team has more runs after a complete inning starting with pool games. 8.17. endobj Shortened because the home team needs none of its half of the last inning or only a fraction of it to win. If games are not resumed, they will become suspended or called official. Players are responsible for their equipment and must clean such substances off of their bats so that the substance does not add to the thickness of the bat or obscure any Key Graphics Information about the bat. A league shall consist of a minimum eight (8) game schedule. Players who turn 8 prior to May 1 of the current season are not eligible. These policies, if any, shall be recognized and enforced during USSSA events. At umpire discretion - batter runner may be directed back to base OR called out. 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 pitcher will only be allowed to pitch 3 innings per game and a maximum of 6 innings per week. There is very little action because the pitchers have a hard time throwing strikes. Safety Arc: There shall be a thirty (30) foot arc drawn from first (1st) baseline to third (3rd) baseline in front of home plate. If the violating pitcher has no legal innings remaining, its deemed a pitching limitations violation pursuant to USSSA Rule 7.05.B.7. In ages 9u-12u, a pitcher may not pitch more than 6 Innings in a calendar day. 7U Division Players who turn 8 prior to May 1 of the current season are not eligible. 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. If the protest is ruled in the protesting teams favor the $100 will be refunded. Teams may play an official game with an eight (8) player line-up. Shortened because an imposed Time Limit expires; or. Courtesy runner for catcher only. Directors will rule in the fairest way possible. USSSA licensed baseballs must have a USSSA Mark, must weigh between 5 and 5.25 ounces, must have a circumference of between 8.95 and 9.25 inches, have a COR of between .5 and .555 and have an ASTM standard compression of between 200 and 350 pounds. Multiple failures of such USSSA compression testing may in the discretion of USSSA be viewed as unsportsmanlike conduct of the owner/user, coaches, manager and team. The coach may choose to pitch from behind the chalked/permanent pitchers rubber and is. The DH can bat for any defensive player (not just the pitcher, as in some leagues). If not go to #4. lightning detector, working on fields, etc. 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 set at forty-two (42) feet from the rear point of home plate. For each teams pool games the home team will be predetermined. If a team uses a line-up that contains ten (10) players, the player in the Extra Hitter position has free defensive substitution. Amounts to be charged as entry fees for Qualifying Tournaments shall be at the discretion of the State Director. If necessary, a team may be forced to forfeit a game and / or be removed from the league / tournament. Bats may not have any certifying markings or graphics worn off the bat. Pitching Distance (9U & 10U): 46 Bases Distance (9U & 10U): 60. Rule 8.03.C Additional Penalty: If a coach violates this rule before the ball is pitched, First Offense: Warning; Second Offense: Removal of coach as the pitcher for the remainder of the game. Outs recorded during a game that ends in forfeit shall count towards a pitchers innings limits. The Shamrock Spectacular I ( 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM) is a USSSA Fast Pitch event in Wilkes Barre, PA and will be held from 03/11/2023 to 03/11/2023 . All-Star teams may be chosen by any method. All players must be listed on a teams online roster correctly prior to their first game or prior to the events deadline to add players. Allow the Director to inspect the bat and reach a conclusion as to whether or not the bat might be altered. Please see the specific event home page for the bat type being used. This organization shall be known as USSSA Rec Baseball. However, those players must be born on/after January 1, 2013 to be eligible. The Shamrock Spectacular III (7:00 AM - 4:00 PM) is a USSSA Fast Pitch event in Wilkes Barre, PA and will be held from 03/12/2023 to 03/12/2023 ELIGIBILITY To be eligible for the Futures Invitational, 10U players must be born on or after 1/1/2012 and 11U players must be born on or after 1/1/2011. The bat has had the surface of the barrel or the taper changed in any way such as by addition of graphics, painting, repainting, removal of bat material or paint by any means including but not limited to sandpapering or applying a solvent to the surface such as fingernail polish remover or by any other means. 10. Runners shall not lead-off or steal bases. The quantity of awards to be presented for Qualifying Tournaments shall be at the discretion of the State Director. USSSA 1.15 BPF mark, the serial number of the bat, the model or manufacturer name, official softball, etc. No runner may leave base until the ball has been hit. When a balk is called it is NOT a dead ball. At any time, the offensive team may use a courtesy runner for the pitcher and catcher of record from the previous inning on defense. Statistics; Games Wins Losses Ties Scored Allowed Win % 10: 2: 0: 8: 23: 0: 20%: Games; Date Home Visitor Location Score Score Duration Status; Saturday 02/25/2023 02:30:00 PM: Supernova 10U 2023: Owls 10U 2023: Collins 3: 8: 0: 90: Final: Saturday 03 . Gary Redus set the all-time single-season record for baseball's highest single-season average in 1978, with a 462 BA. Using unsportsmanlike conduct or abusive language, symbol tactics, or derogatory or unbecoming acts. Lincoln Park Sports Complex 1. In addition, Umpires may choose to purchase optional insurance that shall cover the Umpire during non-USSSA Baseball contests. (Run Rules still apply). Penalties for illegal bats will be assessed as per the NFHS rule book. Rule 9.00 - Machine Pitch Specific Rules 10 Rule 10.00 - T-Ball Specific Rules 10 Rule 11.00 - 7U & 8U Kid Pitch Specific Rules 11 Rule 12.00 - Drafted League and All-Stars 11 Rule 13.00 - Safety Rules 12 Rule 14.00 - Sportsmanship 14 Rule 15.00 - Umpires 14 Rule 16.00 - Protests 14 Rule 17.00 - Global Baseball 14 Rule 18.00 . This will make the machine at 44 feet. The defensive player listed as the pitcher shall not leave the pitching circle until the ball is hit. 44 M.P.H. The ninth (9th) & tenth (10th) positions in the batting order shall be declared an out each turn at bat. A player that pitches more than three (3) innings in one day MUST rest the next day. Time limit for all games is 1 hour and 20 minutes. Descending (more than 2 teams tied, skip this tie breaker) 5) Avg. This decision is up to the individual player. A pitcher that starts an inning must pitch to the first batter until the batter is put out or reaches 1st base. All 10U Leagues, except 10U A. 13.02.C.9(b), No bat is legal for USSSA sanctioned play, if any of the graphics of the bat have worn off. The game is over, when the opposing team is mathematically eliminated from scoring enough runs to win or tie the game. While these bats are currently still certified by their manufacturers, performance of these bats over the extended life span continues to become increasingly unsafe for our participants. 13.02.C.9. Descending (more than 2 teams tied, skip this tie breaker), 6) Avg. 7.04.B. Teams may use free substitution on defense, but the batting order shall remain the same. If no one claims to be the owner, USSSA shall retain the bat. Local facilities may have stricter policies prohibiting tobacco from facility and parking areas. The Courtesy Runner shall be the player making the last batted out. The exception would be if there were tournament games during the week. 7.02.E.6. However, those players must be born on/after January 1, 2010 to be eligible. 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.