Augusta Minor Softball Rules and Regulations

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Mosquito •   A regulation game shall be 5 innings or 1-¾ hours whichever comes first. Any inning started must be completed regardless of time limit unless the team up to bat last is winning in the final inning •   An inning will consist of 3 outs or 5 runs whichever comes first (Modified June 2008) •   No lead off until the ball crosses home plate •   No stealing of bases •   The Coach of the team at bat pitches to his/her own players (a pitching machine is allowed) but the coach does not field a ball hit fairly. The ball should be thrown back to the player designated as the pitcher •   The Pitcher is not allowed to play ahead of the Coach and must remain on the mound until the ball crosses home plate •   Each batter will receive seven pitches to attempt to hit the ball. If the batter should foul off the seventh or any subsequent pitch he/she shall receive another pitch •   A caught foul ball does not constitute an out •   "Infield Fly Rule" is not in effect •   8' circle rule is not in effect •   A run can only be scored by a ball put into play by the batter (i.e. a caught foul ball or a fair hit ball) or a runner being forced home by a walk •   The ball remains in play until it comes under control of an infielder standing in the infield •   In case of darkness or rain, 3 innings or a 10 run lead will constitute a complete game •   Diamond Bases - 45' Ball - 11" - balls can be white or optic, COR <=47, compression <=375. Pitcher - 28' (distance can be adjusted to player's capabilities) •   Age 7 and under as of Jan 1 •   No standings or scores are kept •   Playoffs to be a tournament

Last Updated: May 20, 2009