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PARK RIDGE BASEBALL/SOFTBALL GENERAL RULES
Park District Guidelines
1. No treat assignments to parents.
2. No smoking in any park.
3. Bat resttictions
Ball Type Pitching Distance Bat Barrel Diameter Governing Body
Baseball Less than 50 ft. doesn't exceed 2 ¼" Little League Baseball
Baseball 50 ft. -60 ft. 6 in. **doesn't exceed 2 5/8" Pony Baseball
Baseball 60 ft. 6 in. 2 5/8" minus 3 ratio National Federation of High Schools
All Youth Softball all distances doesn't exceed 2 ¼" American Softball Association
**Note: Beginning on January 1, 2008, all youth
baseball programs playing on our fields will be required to
use bats with a bat barrel diameter of 2 5/8" or less.
For exact and detailed specifications, please refer to the
Governing Body Rule Book.
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The following rules and regulations are applicable for all leagues and persons playing ball under the authority of Park Ridge Baseball, Inc. Exception or changes to these rules may be made only by a majority vote of the Park Ridge Baseball/Softball Board of Directors in formal session.
G1 The final authority in all situations that may arise within the program is the Park Ridge Baseball/Softball Board of Directors (hereafter known as the Board).
G2 All Players must participate in the league designated by the Board for their sex, age and skill level.
G2.1 Each manager shall submit their official roster to their League President no later than the start of their 1ST regular season game.
G3 Managers serve in a voluntary capacity and are subject to the review of the Board. All managers must be approved by the Board before being awarded a team.
G4.1 The behavior of all managers and coaches shall be governed by standards of good sportsmanship. Specifically, the following behavior is prohibited :
A. Profanity
B. Abusive language
C. Smoking during games while on the field or bench area
D. Baiting of umpires
E. Fighting
F. Alcoholic beverages or any illegal substances
G. "Taunting" of opposition players
Violation of this code of conduct will be subject to Board imposed penalties as defined in Rule G20.1.
G4.2 Managers are responsible for the behavior of coaches, players, parents, and/or spectators cheering for their team.
G4.3 The home team shall be responsible for setting up the field, taking down the field, providing the official scoresheet, and providing the umpire with a payslip.
They will also occupy the 3rd base bench. If time is available, the visitors will get the field for 10 minutes starting 25 minutes prior to the published start time. The home team has their 10 minutes, 15 minutes from the published start time. If there are less than 25 minutes before gametime, the time shall be split evenly, with 5 minutes allocated for ground rules."
G5 Viewing of the game within ten feet of the rear of the backstop is not permitted, unless that is the location of the grandstands.
G6 Only the manager, or acting manager, may have a discussion with the umpire.
G7.1 The responsibility for maintaining an accurate scoresheet for each game rests with the two opposing managers. All rostered players must be listed on the scoresheet. If a player is absent, the reason should be noted, if known. Any player arriving late or leaving early should be noted. Unless there is an agreed upon scorer, each team will be responsible for the scoresheet while in the field. It is strongly suggested that the score be verified by the managers after each half-inning. Any questions regarding the score should be reconciled at that time with the umpire serving as arbitrator. In case of a suspended game, the team in the lead (or home team if the score is tied) should retain the scoresheet pending resumption of play. Scorer must note the count on the batter, position of any runners and number of outs, if applicable, on the back of the scoresheet.
G7.2 The winning manger should retain the yellow copy of the scoresheet and deliver the white copy to the location designated by the league president. The pink copy is retained by the manager of the losing team.
G8.1 If any player who, in the judgment of the umpire, throws a bat, helmet, or other piece of equipment in a spirit of anger or disgust the umpire shall call time and warn both benches that any repeat offense will result in the ejection of the player involved. If in the umpire's judgment the action warrants, the player may be ejected without any bench warning.
G8.2 Use of profanity or other objectionable language by a player may result in his/her ejection from the game at the discretion of the umpire. No prior warning is required.
G8.3 All players must be in the full uniform provided by the league to participate in a game. This includes socks & hats/visors. Ankle socks are not to be worn. No modifications or cut sleeves on the jerseys will be allowed.
G9 A manager may not hold a player out of a game as a form of discipline without notifying and receiving the approval of the league president. This action should be considered as a last resort form of discipline.
G10 The bench areas is reserved for players, coaches, and managers. All players should be on the bench when not batting, in the field or warming up. Managers and coaches may NOT stand in front of the out of play fences, or in the field of play, unless they are coaching a base, except for designated coaches in Future Stars, Etc.
G11 The prior approval of the appropriate league president is required to cancel and reschedule any game, for any reason, other than rainouts formally canceled by the Park District or games suspended by the umpire.
G12 All rainouts will be rescheduled. If a game ends because of weather conditions, curfew, or darkness interferes with play so that the game is called by the umpire, it is a regulation game provided the league predicated number of full innings have been played. (5 inning game needs 3 complete innings, 6 inning game needs 4 complete, and 7 inning game needs 5 complete innings)
Note: If the home team is ahead when the stoppage occurs, that inning will be deemed completed if it allows the game to be judged complete by rule. If play has gone beyond the predicated minimum and is called when the teams have not had an equal number of completed turns at bat, the score shall be the same as it was at the end of the last completed inning.
Games not having played the predicate number of innings when halted, will be completed at a later date, unless the league president determines the game is out of contention. Play and line ups are to be resumed exactly as they were when play was halted.
G13.1 A team can play with 8 players. If a team cannot field a minimum of 8 uniformed players after 15 minutes of scheduled game time, the umpire will declare a forfeit.
G13.2 If a manager anticipates he will not have enough players to fill all defensive positions, at the next game, he/she can call up to two players, with the approval of the league president. EVEN IF ADDITIONAL ROSTERED PLAYERS SHOW UP, the player called up MUST PLAY in the game like all rostered players, play the outfield and bat last in the lineup. Violation of this rule will result in a forfeit. Every attempt should be made to obtain players from the league president in advance. Using call ups without prior approval, may result in forfeit.
G14 Violation of any section of the applicable league's pitching rules will result in forfeiture of the game in which it occurs. There is no time limitation applied to this rule. A formal protest need not be filed. The violation, when discovered, will result in immediate forfeiture.
G15 On any close play at 2nd , 3rd, or home the runner must slide or avoid contact. NO COLLISIONS. A collision that results from a feet first slide is legal. Penalty: The runner is called out and the ball is dead. The player can be ejected if the act is ruled flagrant. Runners who effect the play by not sliding and making contact shall be called out.
G16 METAL SPIKES MAY NOT BE WORN BY ANY PLAYER., EXCEPT IN THE COLT LEAGUE.
G17 Protective helmets must be worn by all players when batting or base running. Managers are responsible for ensuring that all helmets are in good condition.
G18 Draft procedures and playoff format will be determined prior to each season by the appropriate league president. In drafted leagues, only the manager's sibling will be placed on the team in the round designated by the League President. Coaches children are not afforded protection.
G19.1 Protest will not be received or considered if it is based solely on a decision involving the accuracy of judgment on the part of an umpire. Examples of protest which will not be considered are:
A. Whether a batted ball was fair or foul.
B. Whether a baserunner was safe or out.
C. Whether a pitched ball was a strike or a ball.
D. Whether a pitch was legal or illegal.
E. Whether a baserunner did or did not touch a base.
F. Whether a baserunner left base too soon on a caught fly
ball.
G. Whether a fly ball was or was not caught legally.
H. Whether it was or was not an infield fly.
I. Whether there was or was not interference or
obstruction.
J. Whether the field is fit to continue or resume play.
K. Whether there is sufficient light to continue play.
L. Any other matter involving only the accuracy of the
umpire's judgment.
G19.2 Protests may be lodged concerning matters of the following types:
A. Misinterpretation of a playing rule.
B. Failure of an umpire to apply the correct rule to a given
situation.
C. Failure to impose the correct penalty for a given
situation.
G19.3 For an official protest to be considered, the following procedures must be followed:
A. The manager must make notification of his/her intent
to protest immediately before the next pitch to the umpire,
scorer and the opposing manager.
B. The offended manager must attempt to resolve the matter
with the opposing manager.
C. The scorer must note the count on the batter, position of
all runners, the inning, the number of outs, and the
score.
D. The written protest must be delivered to the league
president within 24 hours and contain the following
information:
1. The date, time and place of the game.
2. The name(s) of the umpire(s) and scorer.
3. The rule and section of the Official Rules or Park Ridge
Rules under which the protest is made.
4. The umpire's ruling and conditions surrounding the making
of the ruling.
5. All essential facts involved in the matter protested.
G19.4 The decision made on a protested game must result in one of the following:
A. The protest is found invalid and the game score stands
as played.
B. When a protest is allowed for misinterpretation of a
playing rule, the game is replayed from the point at which
the incorrect decision was made, with the decision
corrected.
C. When a protest for ineligibility is allowed, the team
shall forfeit the game being played or the game last played
to the offended team.
G19.5 The league president or a designated Board member will be present, or on call, at all playoff games. A decision will be reached on the field, concerning any protestable situation, by the league president or Board member after conferring with the umpire(s) and any such decision will be final.
G19.6 No inning can start on a school night after 7:45pm/9:45pm (lit fields only)
G20.0 IHSA ejection penalty "Any player, manager, or coach ejected from a game for unsportsmanlike conduct shall be ineligibleto participate for the next game."
G20.1 For violation of any rule, unless a specific penalty is specified, the normal penalty imposed by the Board will be one of the following:
A. A written warning to the individual involved.
B. Suspension of the individual involved for the next
scheduled game.
C. Suspension of the individual involved for the remainder
of the season. However, the Board retains the right to
impose any penalty which it might deem as appropriate to a
specific set of circumstances.
G20.2 Penalty for violation of the appropriate league's substitution rule will result in the following:
A. The player(s) involved shall start the next scheduled
game and play no less than the minimum number of
innings.
B. The manager shall be penalized per Rule 20.1.
G21 The following list of age requirements is used to determine the placement of youth participating in leagues governed by Park Ridge Baseball, Inc. League age is the players chronological age as of July 31st of that season. No player can participate in any concurrent baseball/softball program, except for school programs. Beginning with the 1996 season, league age for 5 year olds will be as of 9/01/96. This cutoff date will progress for each new group of incoming 5 year olds in 1997 and beyond.
G 21.1 If a player is deemed to be unable to protect themselves in their age appropriate league, they can be placed in a lower league with the approval of the Commissioner, League President, and parent. All other variations to the age/placement requirements will be handled by the Board on an individual basis provided written request was made.
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Future Stars 5 and 6 |
Future Stars 5 and 6 |
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Little Sluggers 6 and 7 |
Little Sluggers 6 and 7 |
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Wildkit 7 and 8 |
Wildcat 7 and 8 |
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Junior 9 and 10 |
American Association 9 American Association 10 |
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Pre teen 11 and 12 |
Junior League 11 and 12 |
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Pony Girls 13 ,14, & 15 |
Pony 13 and 14 |
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Colt 15 - 17 |
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No refunds will be made on registration fees after 4/1 for the spring season.
G22 Intentional Walks are prohibited, except in the last or extra inning, when the tying or winning run is on base.
SPECIAL RULES FOR WILDKIT SOFTBALL
GOVERNING RULES:
Park Ridge Girls Softball is played according to rules established by Pony Softball for Girls. The following rules are established by Park Ridge Baseball, Inc. and supersede any established by Pony Baseball, Inc.
2. LENGTH OF GAME:
A regulation game will consist of 5 innings. No inning shall begin after 1hour 45 minutes from the start of the game. See G12. Games tied at the end of regulation are judged as complete. No extra innings shall be played.
3. FIELD DIMENSIONS AND EQUIPMENT:
a. The bases will be 60 feet apart. The pitching rubber will be 30 feet from the back of home plate.
b. All catchers must wear mask, helmet, chest protector, and shin guards.
c. The ball used will be an 11" incrediball soft-touch.
4. BATTING ROTATION/SUBSTITUTION:
a. The batting order will be progressive with all players in attendance included. Players arriving after the start of the game will be put in at the bottom of the lineup. If a player arrives after the start of the 4th inning, she cannot enter the game. If a player leaves the game for any reason other than an injury, she cannot return.
b. The defensive lineup will consist of 10 players.
c. No player shall be out of the game defensively for two consecutive innings. No bench player may enter the game defensively except to replace an injured. player. All players must play at least 3 innings in the field. PENALTY: Refer to Rule G20.2.
d. All players not starting defensively must start in the field in the next game.
e. The strike zone will the shoulders to the bottom of the knee.
f. No base on balls. See Rule 5 The catcher must wear her protective gear (including face mask) at all times.
g. A half inning is completed after 3 outs are made or 5 runs have socred, whichever occurs first.
h. A pitched ball out of the strike zone that hits a batter is a ball.
i. No infield fly rule.
5. COACH PITCH RULES
a. The umpire will call balls and strikes on pitches from the coach. The umpire will rule on all aspects of the game. No walks.
b. The coach of the team at bat, must pitch underhand from the pitching rubber in an upright position. The pitch should be modified fast pitch (no arc)
c. The player pitcher shall stand parrellel to the cocah on his glove hand side. The coach shall be considered part of the field on batted balls, and should never field a ball.
d. The ball will be put in play or the batter will be out if the count reaches strike three. If after 2 strikes the batter fouls the pitch, there will be 1 more pitch provided. Ball 4 will result in a completed turn at bat with an out being recorded.
e. A player hit by pitch from a coach will continue at bat.
f. There are no warm up pitches for the coach
g. The player/pitcher must wear a batting helmet
6. BASE RUNNING:
a. No stealing.
b. No leadoffs. Runner must hold her base until the batter makes contact with the ball.
c. A play at any base, even if the play does not involve the lead runner, stops all base advances beyond the base the runner(s) occupied or was(were) approaching. A baserunner cannot advance on an overthrow at any base.
7. Rule 7 dropped for the 2003 season
8. FIELDING
All players must be in fair territory (except the catcher) when the ball is pitched. No player can be closer to the batter than the pitcher (except the catcher).
9. SLAUGHTER RULE:
If after 4 complete innings the visiting (batting first) team is a head in the score by 10 or more runs OR if after 3 and 1/2 innings the home (batting last) team is ahead by 10 or more runs the game will be declared over and the leading team the winner.
10. STANDINGS
No standings will be kept in this league.
SPECIAL RULES FOR JUNIOR SOFTBALL
1. GOVERNING RULES:
Park Ridge Girls Softball is played according to rules established by Pony Softball for Girls. The following rules are established by Park Ridge Baseball , Inc. and supersede any established by Pony Baseball, Inc.
2. LENGTH OF GAME:
A regulation game will consist of 6 innings.
3. FIELD DIMENSIONS AND EQUIPMENT:
a. The bases will be 60 feet apart. The pitching rubber will be 30 feet from the back of home plate.
b. All catchers must wear mask, helmet, chest protector, and shin guards.
c. The ball used will be an 11" incrediball soft-touch.
4. BATTING ROTATION/SUBSTITUTION:
The batting order will be progressive with all players in attendance included. Players arriving after the start of the game will be put in at the bottom of the lineup. If a player arrives after the start of the 4th inning, she cannot enter the game. If a player leaves the game for any reason other than an injury, she cannot return.
b. The defensive lineup will consist of 9 players
c. No player shall be out of the game for two consecutive innings. No bench player may enter the game defensively during the inning, except for injury..All players must play at least 4 innings in the field.. PENALTY: Refer to Rule G20.2.
d. The strike zone will be the top of the shoulder to the knee.
e. No bunting.
f. Walks exist (No Tee) and a pitch out of the strike zone that hits a batter will be a ball. There is no limit on the number of foul balls hit
g. A half inning is completed after 3 outs are made or 5 runs have scored, whichever occurs first. 5 run restriction is waived in the last or extra innings.
5. BASE RUNNING:
a. No stealing.
b. No leadoffs. Runner must hold her base until the batter makes contact with the ball.
c. A play shall be ruled as ended when a fielder makes play on a lead runner at second, third or home plate when the following occurs: the baserunner is at the base OR approaching it when the ball reaches the base in question.
Note: 1. The fielder does not necessarily need to touch the ball.
2. No baserunners may advance beyond the base they occupied or were approaching at the time the ball reaches the base of the lead runner.
3. When the play is made on the lead runner, if the ball goes out of play, there is no out of play advance for the baserunners.
4. The above rules do not apply to plays made at first base.
5. A defensive team may concede a lead runner going to third or home (they score) and the next runner becomes the lead runner for purposes of this rule.
At no time should a baserunner be forced to return to a base which she has passed at the time a play is made on a lead runner. Understand the spirit of this rule (to encourage the ball to be thrown to a base rather than the pitcher's mound) and do not attempt to work around it. Umpires judgment on base awards is final.
d. The infield fly rule will not be enforced.
6.. PITCHING: MODIFIED FAST PITCH--NO ARC NECESSARY
a. All rostered players are eligible to pitch.
b. The pitcher must start her motion with both feet on the pitching rubber and present the ball. If the pitcher does not start in this manner, the umpire shall declare no-pitch. The pitcher may step backwards to begin her windup. At no time may the pitcher leap toward the batter while pitching. She may drag her back foot awaqy from the rubber while delivering the pitch.
c. Players may only pitch 3 innings per game. One pitch constitutes an inning pitched. A player removed from pitching may return to pitch one additional time. Each new appearance constitutes one inning.
d. A League Age 9 year old must pitch 1 complete inning per game. (3 consecutive outs must be obtained while 9 year olds deliver the pitch. This requirement is satisfied if the 9 year old pitcher(s) have faced every batter in the opponents lineup in the same inning)
7. SLAUGHTER RULE:
If after 5 complete innings the visiting (batting first) team is ahead in the score by 10 or more runs OR if after 4 and 1/2 innings the home (batting last) team is ahead by 10 or more runs the game will be declared over and the leading team the winner.
8. PLAYOFFS:
a. Slaughter rule is not waived for the playoffs.
b. All other regular season rules apply.
c. Pitching: Same as regular season. 3 innings per game 9 yr old rule applies.
SPECIAL RULES FOR PRE-TEEN GIRLS SOFTBALL
1. GOVERNING RULES:
Park Ridge Girls Softball is played according to rules established by Pony Softball for Girls. The following rules are established by Park Ridge Baseball , Inc. and supersede any established by Pony Baseball, Inc.
2. LENGTH OF GAME:
A regulation game will consist of 7 innings.
3. FIELD DIMENSIONS AND EQUIPMENT:
a. The bases will be 60 feet apart. The pitching rubber will be 40 feet from the back of home plate.
b. All catchers must wear mask, helmet, chest protector, and shin guards.
c. The ball used will be an 12" hard ball.
4. BATTING ROTATION/SUBSTITUTION:
a. The batting order will be progressive with all players in attendance included. Players arriving after the start of the game will be put in at the bottom of the lineup. If a player arrives after the start of the 5th inning, she cannot enter the game. If a player leaves the game for any reason other than an injury, she cannot return.
b. The defensive lineup will consist of 9 players.
c. No player shall be out of the game for two consecutive innings. No bench player may enter the game defensively during the inning, except for injury.All players must play at least 4 innings in the field .. PENALTY: Refer to Rule G20.2.
d. Bunting is allowed. Once the batter assumes the bunting position, she must either offer at the pitch or pull the bat out of the strike zone. SHE MAY NOT SLASH HIT. Penalty: Automatic Out/Dead ball.
e. The strike zone will be the armpits to the knees. There is no limit on foul balls hit.
f. A batter hit by a pitch out of the strike zone will be awarded first base. All rule book limitations apply.
5. BASE RUNNING:
a. No leadoffs. Runner must hold her base until the ball reaches the catcher's glove or beyond or is grounded.
b. Runners may steal home on a passed ball or wild pitch when stealing is in effect.
c. Stealing is permissible for the entire season.
d.. No delayed steals. A runner must start her steal as soon as legally permissible. No steal is allowed on a missed return throw to the pitcher...
e. The dropped 3rd strike rule does not apply.
6.. PITCHING: MODIFIED FAST PITCH--NO ARC NECESSARY
a. All rostered players are eligible to pitch.
b. The pitcher must start her motion with both feet on the pitching rubber and present the ball. If the pitcher does not start in this manner, the umpire shall declare no-pitch. The pitcher may step backwards to begin her windup. At no time may the pitcher leap toward the batter while pitching. She may drag her back foot awaqy from the rubber while delivering the pitch.
c. Players may only pitch 4 innings per game. One pitch constitutes an inning pitched. A player removed from pitching may return to pitch one additional time. Each new appearance constitutes one inning..
7. SLAUGHTER RULE:
If after 5 complete innings the visiting (batting first) team is ahead in the score by 10 or more runs OR if after 4 and 1/2 innings the home (batting last) team is ahead by 10 or more runs the game will be declared over and the leading team the winner.
8. PLAYOFFS:
a. Slaughter rule is not waived for the playoffs.
b. All other regular season rules apply.
c. Pitching: Same as regular season. 4 innings per game.
SPECIAL RULES FOR PONY GIRLS SOFTBALL
1. GOVERNING RULES:
Park Ridge Girls Softball is played according to rules established by Pony Softball for Girls. The following rules are established by Park Ridge Baseball , Inc. and supersede any established by Pony Baseball, Inc.
2. LENGTH OF GAME:
A regulation game will consist of 7 innings.
3. FIELD DIMENSIONS AND EQUIPMENT:
a. The bases will be 60 feet apart. The pitching rubber will be 40 feet from the back of home plate.
b. All catchers must wear mask, helmet, chest protector, and shin guards.
c. The ball used will be an 12" hard ball.
4. BATTING ROTATION/SUBSTITUTION:
a. The batting order will be progressive with all players in attendance included. Players arriving after the start of the game will be put in at the bottom of the lineup. If a player arrives and cannot play 3 consecutive complete innings, she cannot enter the game. If a player leaves the game for any reason other than an injury, she cannot return.
b. The defensive lineup will consist of 9 players.
c. No player shall be out of the game for two consecutive innings. No bench player may enter the game defensively during the inning, except for injury..All players must play at least 4 innings in the field .. PENALTY: Refer to Rule G20.2.
d. Bunting is allowed. Once the batter assumes the bunting position, she must either offer at the pitch or pull the bat out of the strike zone. SHE MAY NOT SLASH HIT. Penalty: Automatic Out/Dead ball.
e. The strike zone will be the armpits to the knees. There is no limit on foul balls hit.
f. A batter hit by a pitch out of the strike zone will be awarded first base. All rule book limitations apply.
5. BASE RUNNING:
There are no base running exceptions from the rule book
No delayed steals. A runner must start her steal as soon as legally permissible.
The dropped 3rd strike rule does apply.
6.. PITCHING: MODIFIED FAST PITCH
a. All rostered players are eligible to pitch.
b. The pitcher must start her motion with both feet on the pitching rubber and present the ball. If the pitcher does not start in this manner, the umpire shall declare no-pitch. The pitcher may step backwards to begin her windup. At no time may the pitcher leap toward the batter while pitching. She may drag her back foot awaqy from the rubber while delivering the pitch.
c. Players may only pitch 4 innings per game. One pitch constitutes an inning pitched. A player removed from pitching may return to pitch one additional time. Each new appearance constitutes one inning..
7. SLAUGHTER RULE:
If after 5 complete innings the visiting (batting first) team is ahead in the score by 10 or more runs OR if after 4 and 1/2 innings the home (batting last) team is ahead by 10 or more runs the game will be declared over and the leading team the winner.
8. PLAYOFFS:
a. Slaughter rule is not waived for the playoffs.
b. All other regular season rules apply.
c. Pitching: Same as regular season. 4 innings per game.
ALL OF THE ABOVE RULES MAY BE SUPERSEDED BY THE RULES OF AN INDEPENDENT INTER-CITY CONFERENCE
SPECIAL RULES FOR FUTURE STARS BASEBALL
1. GOVERNING RULES:
The Park Ridge Future Stars Baseball is played according to rules established by Little League Baseball, Inc. The following rules are established by Park Ridge Baseball, Inc. and supersede any established by Little League Baseball, Inc.
2. LENGTH OF GAME:
A regulation game will consist of 3 innings or 1 hour and 15 minutes, whichever occurs first.
3. FIELD DIMENSIONS AND EQUIPMENT:
a. The bases will be 50 feet apart. Second base will be 70'10" from the back of home plate.
b. The pitching rubber will be 38 feet from the back of home plate.
c. All catchers must wear a chest protector, helmet and mask.
d. The pitcher must wear a batting helmet.
e. All players must be in full uniform: hat shirt, and long pants (no shorts allowed).
f. The ball used will be a 9" incrediball soft-touch
4. BATTING ROTATION/SUBSTITUTION:
a. Each player must be entered into the defensive lineup. Short Center, Right Center, and Left Center fields will be created so that all players have a position. This applies to the outfield only. Infielders must play regulation positions.
b. The batting order will be progressive with all players in attendance including those who arrive late. Players who arrive late will be placed at the end of the batting order. Only the batter may have a bat. NO OTHER PLAYER, MANAGER, OR COACH MAY SWING BATS ON THE SIDELINE.
c. The bat should make some contact with the ball. If the ball goes fair and only the tee has been hit, it will be ruled a foul ball. If the ball has been hit fair and the tee moves, it will be ruled a fair ball.
d. No bunting allowed. Batter must take a full swing.
e. A half inning is completed after all players in the lineup have batted once.
f. The batting order must be reversed in the 2nd and 3rd inning.
g. All batting is done off the tee. At no time should a ball be pitched in a game.
5. BASE RUNNING:
a. No infield fly rule.
b. No leadoffs. Runners may not leave their base until the ball has been hit.
c. No stealing.
d. Once the ball is in a fielder's possession within the infield, play stops and no runner can advance past the base he/she occupies or was approaching.
e. Coaches can not touch the runner (e.g. physically holding the runner from proceeding or pushing the runner toward another base). The runner will be called out.
f. Any batter or runner who is put out by the opposing team MUST leave the basepath and return to the bench. This age group must learn what an out is.
6. PITCHING:
a. All players may pitch.
The pitcher must stand on the mound. When the umpire motions to the pitcher that the batter is ready, the pitcher must simulate a "pitching motion" to the plate. The batter must swing after the pitching motion is completed.
The pitcher must wear a batting helmet in the filed.
Note
This League is for the express purpose of teaching baseball. Rules should be enforced that teach the game however, a positive attitude should be exhibited by coaches at all times. All competitiveness at this level should be removed.
SPECIAL RULES FOR LITTLE SLUGGERS
1. GOVERNING RULES:
The Park Ridge Little Sluggers Baseball is played according to rules established by Little League Baseball, Inc. The following rules are established by Park Ridge Baseball, Inc. and supersede any established by Little League Baseball, Inc.
2. LENGTH OF GAME:
A regulation game will consist of 4 innings or 1 hour and 30 minutes, whichever occurs first. No extra innings shall be played.
3. FIELD DIMENSIONS AND EQUIPTMENT:
a. The bases will be 60 feet apart.
b. The pitching rubber will be 43 feet from the back of home plate.
c. All catchers must wear a chest protector, helmet, mask, and protective cup.
d. The pitcher must wear a batting helmet.
e. All players must be in full uniform: hat, shirt, and long pants (no shorts allowed).
f. The ball used will be a 9" Easton soft-touch.
4. BATTING ROTATION AND SUBSTITUTION:
a. The batting order will be progressive with all players in attendance included.
Players arriving after the start of the game will be put in at the bottom of the lineup. If a player arrives after the start of the 3rd inning, they cannot enter the game. If a player leaves the game for any reason other than an injury, he cannot return.
b. Each player will receive 3 pitches from their coach, if the ball is not put into play a batting tee will be placed at home plate. The batter will get 1 swing to put the ball in play; failure to do so will result in an out. At no time can the "pitching" coach interfere with the opposing team's attempt to field the ball. When a batter is batting from the tee, the catcher must stay in position behind the plate, and the pitcher must stay on the rubber. The "pitching" coach must be completely off of the field when the tee is used.
c. No bunting allowed. Batter must take a full swing. A less than full swing will be counted as an out.
d. No bases on balls.
e. The defensive lineup will consist of 9 players.
f. Each player MUST play at least 3 innings. No bench player may enter the game defensively during the inning, except for an injury… PENALTY: Refer to Rule G20.2.
g. All players not starting defensively must start in the field in the next game.
h. A half inning is completed after 3 outs are made or all players in the lineup have batted, whichever comes first.
5. TEE RULES:
A ball hit by a batter off the tee is in play if it stays in fair territory. The following are some examples to note:
a. Any ball not put into play will result in an out.
b. If the ball goes fair or foul and only the tee has been hit, it will be ruled an out.
c. If any part of the ball has been hit and the tee moves, it will be ruled a fair or foul ball like any other batted ball.
d. A full swing must be taken, no bunting is allowed.
6. BASERUNNING:
a. No infield fly rule.
b. No leadoffs. Runners may not leave their base until the ball has been hit.
c. No stealing.
d. A play shall be ruled as ended when a fielder makes a play on a runner at any base. Baserunners may not advance beyond the base they occupied or were approaching if the ball goes out of play, there is no out of play advancement for the baserunners.
e. Umpires judgement on base awards is final.
7. PITCHING:
a. All players may pitch.
b. The pitcher must stand on the mound. When the umpire motions to the pitcher that the batter is ready, the pitcher must simulate a "pitching motion" to the plate. The batter must swing after the pitching motion is completed.
c. The pitcher must wear a batting helmet in the field.
8. SLAUGHTER RULE:
There is no slaughter rule for Little Sluggers.
9. STANDINGS/PLAYOFFS
There will be no standings or playoffs in this league.
SPECIAL RULES FOR WILDCAT LEAGUE
1. GOVERNING RULES:
Park Ridge WILDCAT Baseball is played according to rules established by Little League Baseball, Inc. The following rules are established by Park Ridge Baseball, Inc. and supersede any established by Little League Baseball, Inc.
2. LENGTH OF GAME:
A regulation game will consist of 5 innings. No inning shall start after 1 HOUR 45 MINUTES hours has past from the start of the game. No extra innings shall be played.
3. FIELD AND EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS:
a. Bases will be 60 feet apart.
b. The pitching rubber will be 43 feet from the back of home plate .
c. All catchers must wear a protective cup.
d. The ball used will be a 9" RIF 5 safety ball.
4. BATTING ROTATION AND SUBSTITUTION:
a. The batting order will be progressive with all players in attendance included. Players arriving after the start of the game will be put in at the bottom of the lineup. If a player arrives after the start of the 4th inning, he cannot enter the game. If a player leaves the game for any reason other than an injury, he cannot return.
b. The defensive lineup will consist of 9 players.
No player shall be out of the game for two consecutive innings. No bench player may enter the game defensively during the inning, except for injury..All players must play at least 3 innings in the field.... PENALTY: Refer to Rule G20.2.
d. All players not starting defensively must start in the field in the next game.
e. The strike zone is the top of the shoulders to the bottom of the knee.
f. Omitted 4/02
g. No base on balls. After the count has reached ball 4 a coach from the batting team will pitch to the batter. See Rule 5
If a batter assumes a bunting position, he must either offer at the pitch or pull the bat out of the strike zone. HE MAY NOT SLASH HIT. This rule is intended for safety. Penalty: Automatic out.
i. A half inning is completed after 3 outs are made or all players in the lineup have batted, whichever occurs first.
j. A player hit by a pitch from a player will be awarded first base
5. COACH PITCH RULES
a. The strike count will continue
b. The umpire will not call balls and strikes on pitches from the coach. They will rule on check swings, etc
c. The ball will be put in play or the batter will be out if the count reaches strike three or the batter has received 3 pithes from the coach
d. The coach must pitch overhand, from the pitching rubber standing in an upright position.
e. A player hit by pitch from a coach will continue at bat.
f. The player pitcher shall stand parrellel to the cocah on his glove hand side. The coach shall be considered part of the field on batted balls, and should never field a ball.
g. There are no warm up pitches for the coach
h. At no time should an adult be on the field of play when a player is pitching.
6. BASERUNNING:
a. No infield fly rule.
b. No leadoffs. Runner must hold his base until the ball crosses home plate.
c. No stealing.
d. Batter may not advance to 1st base on a dropped 3rd strike.
e. A play shall be ruled as ended when a fielder makes play on a lead runner at second, third or home plate when the following occurs: the baserunner is at the base OR approaching it when the ball reaches the base in question.
Note: 1. The fielder does not necessarily need to touch the ball.
2. No baserunners may advance beyond the base they occupied or were approaching at the time the ball reaches the base of the lead runner.
3. When the play is made on the lead runner, if the ball goes out of play, there is no out of play advance for the baserunners.
4. The above rules do not apply to plays made at first base.
5. A defensive team may concede a lead runner going to third or home (they score) and the next runner becomes the lead runner for purposes of this rule.
At no time should a baserunner be forced to return to a base which he has passed at the time a play is made on a lead runner. Understand the spirit of this rule (to encourage the ball to be thrown to a base rather than the pitcher's mound) and do not attempt to work around it. Umpires judgment on base awards is final.
7. PITCHING:
a. All rostered players are eligible to pitch.
b. Each player shall be allowed 4 innings per week, beginning Sunday.
c. Delivery of a single pitch constitutes an inning pitched.
d. Pitchers are limited to no more than 2 innings per game, 1 game per day.
e. If a player has been reported to the official scorer as a pitcher and has assumed the pitcher's position on the rubber in game conditions and is subsequently removed for the pitching position, for any reason, he may not re enter the game as a pitcher.
f. A manager or his representative must change pitchers with the 3rd visit to the mound in an inning.
g. Pitching rules must be adhered to. (Refer to Rule G14)
h. 4th game pitching restriction omitted 12/06
8. SLAUGHTER RULE:
If after 4 complete innings the visiting (batting first) team is ahead in the score by 10 or more runs OR if after 3 and 1/2 innings the home (batting last) team is ahead by 10 or more runs, the game will be declared over and the leading team the winner.
9. PLAYOFFS:
There are no playoffs in the Wildcat League
10. STANDINGS
No standings will be kept in this league.
SPECIAL RULES FOR AMERICAN ASSOCIATION LEAGUE
1. GOVERNING RULES:
Park Ridge AA Baseball is played according to rules established by Little League Baseball, Inc. The following rules are established by Park Ridge Baseball, Inc. and supersede any established by Little League Baseball, Inc.
2. LENGTH OF GAME:
A regulation game will consist of 6 innings.
3. FIELD AND EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS:
a. Bases will be 60 feet apart.
b. The pitching rubber will be 46 feet from the back of home plate.
c. All catchers must wear a protective cup.
4. BATTING ROTATION AND SUBSTITUTION:
a. The batting order will be progressive with all players in attendance included. Players arriving after the start of the game will be put in at the bottom of the lineup. If a player arrives and cannot play 3 consecutive complete innings, he cannot enter the game. If a player leaves the game for any reason other than an injury, he cannot return.
b. The defensive lineup will consist of 9 players. A team may play with 8 players but no less.
c. No player shall be out of the game for two consecutive innings. No bench player may enter the game defensively during the inning, except for injury..All players must play at least 4 innings in the field .. PENALTY: Refer to Rule G20.2.
d. The strike zone is the top of the shoulder to the knees.
e. If a batter assumes a bunting position, he must either offer at the pitch or pull the bat out of the strike zone. HE MAY NOT SLASH HIT. This rule is intended for safety. Penalty: Automatic out.
5. BASE RUNNING:
a. No stealing.
b. No leadoffs. Runner must hold her base until the batter makes contact with the ball.
6. PITCHING:
a. All rostered players are eligible to pitch.
b. Each player shall be allowed 6 innings per week, beginning Sunday.
c. Delivery of a single pitch constitutes an inning pitched.
d. Pitchers are limited to no more than 2 innings per game, 1 game per day.
e. The above section is for the protection of the boy's arm and must be strictly adhered to. Prior to the start of the game the manager, upon request, will tell the opposing manager the number of innings his/her pitcher has remaining for the week.
f. A pitcher must be removed upon the 2nd charged conference in an inning.
g. A player once removed as a pitcher may not pitch again in that game.
4th game exception removed 12/06
7. SLAUGHTER RULE:
If after 5 complete innings the visiting (batting first) team is ahead in the score by 10 or more runs OR if after 4 and 1/2 innings the home (batting last) team is ahead by 10 or more runs, the game will be declared over and the leading team the winner.
PLAYOFFS
a. Each series starts fresh. Each player is allowed to pitch a combined total of 9 innings per series.
b. Each player may pitch no more than 2 innings in one game.
c. Slaughter rule is not waived for the playoffs.
d. All other regular season rules will apply.
SPECIAL RULES FOR JUNIOR BOYS LEAGUE
1. GOVERNING RULES:
Park Ridge Junior Baseball is played according to rules established by Little League Baseball, Inc. The following rules are established by Park Ridge Baseball, Inc. and supersede any established by Little League Baseball, Inc.
2. LENGTH OF GAME:
A regulation game will consist of 7 innings.
3. FIELD AND EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS:
a. Bases will be 70 feet apart.
b. The pitching rubber will be 48 feet from the back of home plate.
c. All catchers must wear a protective cup.
4. BATTING ROTATION AND SUBSTITUTION:
a. The batting order will be submitted to the scorer or the opposing manager prior to the start of the game. If a player arrives after the start of the 5th inning, he cannot enter the game. If a player leaves the game for any reason other than an injury, he cannot return.
The batting order will be progressive with all players in attendance included. Players arriving after the start of the game will be put in at the bottom of the lineup
No player shall be out of the game for two consecutive innings. No bench player may enter the game defensively during the inning, except for injury..All players must play at least 4 innings in the field .. PENALTY: Refer to Rule G20.2..
d. If a batter assumes a bunting position, he must either offer at the pitch or pull the bat out of the strike zone. HE MAY NOT SLASH HIT. This rule is intended for safety. Penalty: Automatic out.
5. BASE RUNNING: National Division
a. No leadoffs.
b. No delayed steal. A runner must start his steal as soon as legally permissible, or when a return throw is missed by the pitcher or other intended fielder.
c. All runners must hold their base before the ball is pitched and can leave only after the pitched ball has reached the catcher's position or is grounded.
d. Once the ball is returned to the pitcher within 6 feet of the rubber, all runners not in motion must return to their base.
e. A runner on 3rd base may try to score if:
(1) There is a passed ball or wild pitch.
(2) The catcher throws to any base.
(3) The catcher overthrows the pitcher.
5a . BASE RUNNING: American Division
All Senior League base running rules apply
6. PITCHING:
a. All rostered players are eligible to pitch.
b. Each player shall be allowed 7 innings per week, beginning Sunday.
c. Delivery of a single pitch constitutes an inning pitched.
d. No player can pitch more than 3 innings in a game. 1 game per day
e. The above section is for the protection of the boy's arm and must be strictly adhered to. Prior to the start of the game the manager, upon request, tell the opposing manager the number of innings his pitcher has remaining for the week.
f. A pitcher must be removed upon the 2nd charged conference in an inning.
g. A player once removed as a pitcher may not pitch again in that game.
h. Innings pitched in an incomplete game are still counted as innings pitched for that week. If that game is resumed in a different week that pitcher may pitch in as many innings as he is eligible for in the new week, but no more than 4 for the game. All rest requirements still apply.
i. Omitted 4/04
7. SLAUGHTER RULE:
If after 5 complete innings the visiting (batting first) team is ahead in the score by 10 or more runs OR if after 4 and 1/2 innings the home (batting last) team is ahead by 10 or more runs, the game will be declared over and the leading team the winner.
8. PLAYOFFS:
a. Each series starts fresh (best of 3). Each player is allowed to pitch a combined total of 7 innings per series
b. Each player may pitch no more than 3 innings in one game.
c.. Slaughter rule is not waived for the playoffs.
d. All other regular season rules will apply.
SPECIAL RULES FOR THE PONY LEAGUE
1. GOVERNING RULES:
Park Ridge Pony Baseball is played according to rules established by Pony Baseball, Inc. The following rules are established by Park Ridge Baseball, Inc. and supersede any established by Pony Baseball, Inc.
2. LENGTH OF GAME:
A regulation game will consist of 7 innings.
3. FIELD AND EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS:
a. Bases will be 80 feet apart. The pitching rubber will be 54 feet from the back of home plate.
b. All catchers must wear a protective cup.
c. Bats may not be more than 2 and 5/8" in diameter or more than 42" long. Tape on the handles is permitted.
4. BATTING ROTATION AND SUBSTITUTION:
a. The batting order will be submitted to the scorer or the opposing manager prior to the start of the game. If a player arrives after the start of the 5th inning, he cannot enter the game. If a player leaves the game for any reason other than an injury, he cannot return.
The batting order will be progressive with all players in attendance included. Players arriving after the start of the game will be put in at the bottom of the lineup
c. No player shall be out of the game for two consecutive innings. No bench player may enter the game defensively during the inning, except for injury..All players must play at least 4 innings in the field .. PENALTY: Refer to Rule G20.2..
5. BASE RUNNING:
There are no base running restrictions in this league.
6. PITCHING:
a. All rostered players are eligible to pitch.
b. Each player shall be allowed 7 innings per week, beginning Sunday.
c. Each player can pitch a maximum 3 innings per game, one game per day. NO PLAYER CAN PITCH MORE THAN 6 INNINGS ON CONSECUTIVE DAYS
d. Delivery of a single pitch constitutes an inning pitched.
e. The above section is for the protection of the boy's arm and must be strictly adhered to. Prior to the start of the game the manager, upon request, tell the opposing manager the number of innings his pitcher has remaining for the week.
f. A pitcher must be removed upon the 2nd charged conference in an inning.
g. A player once removed as a pitcher may not pitch again in that game.
h. Balks will be called on the pitchers. 1 warning per pitcher withou penalty.
i. In the event that a 4th game is to be played in a calendar week, pitchers will be allowed 4 additional innings in that week only. All rest requirements still apply.
7. SLAUGHTER RULE:
If after 5 complete innings the visiting (batting first) team is ahead in the score by 10 or more runs OR if after 4and 1/2 innings the home (batting last)team is ahead by 10 or more runs, the game will be declared over and the leading team the winner.
8. PLAYOFFS:
a. Each series starts fresh. Each player is allowed to pitch a combined total of 7 innings per series.
b. Each player may pitch no more than 3 innings in one game.
c. Slaughter rule is not waived for the playoffs.
d.. All other regular season rules will apply.
SPECIAL RULES FOR THE COLT LEAGUE
1. GOVERNING RULES:
Park Ridge Colt Baseball is played according to rules established by Major League Baseball, Inc. The following rules are established by Park Ridge Baseball, Inc. and supersede any established by Major league Baseball, Inc.
2. LENGTH OF GAME:
A regulation game will consist of 7 innings.
3. FIELD AND EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS:
a. Bases will be 90 feet apart. The pitching rubber will be 60' 6" from the back of home plate.
b. All catchers must wear a protective cup.
4. BATTING ROTATION AND SUBSTITUTION:
a. The batting order will be submitted to the scorer or the opposing manager prior to the start of the game. If a player arrives after the start of the 5th inning, he cannot enter the game. If a player leaves the game for any reason other than an injury, he cannot return.
The batting order will be progressive with all players in attendance included. Players arriving after the start of the game will be put in at the bottom of the lineup
c. No player shall be out of the game for two consecutive innings. No bench player may enter the game defensively during the inning, except for injury...All players must play at least 4 innings in the field . PENALTY: Refer to Rule G20.2..
5. BASE RUNNING:
There are no base running restrictions in this league.
6. PITCHING:
a. All rostered players are eligible to pitch.
b. Each player can pitch a maximum 3 innings per game., one game per day
c. Delivery of a single pitch constitutes an inning pitched.
d. A pitcher must be removed upon the 2nd charged conference in an inning.
e. A player once removed as a pitcher may not pitch again in that game.
j. Balks will be called on the pitchers.
7. SLAUGHTER RULE:
If after 5 complete innings the visiting (batting first) team is ahead in the score by 10 or more runs OR if after 4 and 1/2 innings the home (batting last)team is ahead by 10 or more runs, the game will be declared over and the leading team the winner.
8. PLAYOFFS:
a. Each series starts fresh. Each player is allowed to pitch a combined total of 11 innings per series.
b. Each player may pitch no more than 4 innings in one game.
c. If a player pitches in 4 innings in game 1, he may not pitch in game 2.
d. If a player pitches in 3 or less innings in game 1, he may pitch in game 2.
e. Any player may pitch his remaining innings, (not to exceed 4) in game 3.
f. Slaughter rule is not waived for the playoffs.
g. All other regular season rules will apply.
ALL OF THE ABOVE RULES MAY BE SUPERCEDED BY THE RULES OF AN INDEPENDENT INTER-CITY CONFERENCE
When a player is injured, even if you may feel that the injury is very minor in nature, the player's parents should always be notified.
External Bleeding: The most effective method of controlling external bleeding is the application of direct pressure with a sterile dressing directly on the wound. If bleeding is severe and uncontrolled, a paramedic ambulance should be called. Latex gloves, provided in the fieldÆs first aid kit, should be used when attending to a blood injury. Contact your League President to have them replaced after use.
Facial, Head, Neck, Chest and Back Injuries: These injuries may vary greatly in severity from very minor to an actual threat to life. The primary concerns of these injuries are potential breathing problems and/or neck and spinal cord injury. If breathing difficulty, unconsciousness or spinal injury is suspected...a fire department paramedic ambulance should be called immediately. If the player is unable to move (head, arms, lets, etc.) by himself, do not move him. Moving the victim improperly may case further serious injury. The victim should only be moved by trained medical personnel.
Suspected Broken Bones, Sprains and Strains: If the victim has suffered an obvious fracture (severe angulation, open wound with bone showing, etc.) an ambulance should be called. If a fracture, sprain or strain is suspected, the affected area should be gently supported and an ice pack applied. The player's parents should be immediately notified, and further medical care left to the parent's discretion.
Heat Exhaustion: Immediately move player to a cooler place, an air conditioned automobile, etc. Give the player some cool water to drink. Advise player's parents. If life threatening symptoms are noted, an ambulance should be called immediately.
Insect Stings/Inhaled Substances: Player's parents should be asked if the child is prone to an allergic reaction from insect stings, dust pollen, etc. A serious allergic reaction can occur within second of exposure. A child who is stung should be observed for itching or burning skin, wheezing, difficulty in breathing, dizziness or faintness. If life-threatening symptoms are noted, an ambulance should be called immediately.
In all causes of injury, the player's parents and league president should be advised.
If good judgment dictates that immediate and more definitive medical treatment is indicated, the park Ridge Fire Department Paramedics should be called:
911
or 825-2131 cellular
#1 HINKLEY (N.W. Hwy and Morris)
End poles of the backstop to the fence on each baseline. End of the fence directly to the front edge of the light poles. The out of play line then extends from pole to pole. All areas beyond the second light pole is in play.
#2 HINKLEY (Busse Hwy. Large Field)
End Poles of the backstop to the fence on each baseline. End of the fence directly to the front edge of the light poles. The out of play line then extends from pole to pole. All area beyond the second light pole is in play.
#3 HINKLEY (Busse Hwy. Small Field)
End poles of the backstop to the fence on each baseline. End of the fence directly to the line inside of the light poles and extending parallel with the foul lines. A batted ball bouncing over the outfield fence is a ground rule double. A batted fair ball that goes beyond the outfield fence in foul territory is a ground rule triple.
#4a CENTENNIAL PARK (Western & Crescent)
End Poles of the backstop to the far end of the players bench (All of bench is out of play). The end of the bench parallel with the foul lines. Any batted or thrown ball that goes into the street is out of play.
#4b CENTENNIAL PARK (Western & Crescent)
End Poles of the backstop to the far end of the players bench (All of bench is out of play). The end of the bench parallel with the foul lines. Any batted or thrown ball that goes into the street is out of play. Umpire's judgment will be used for base awards in that situation.
#4c CENTENNIAL PARK (Western & Crescent)
End of the players safety fence extended parallel with foul lines is out of play. Any batted or thrown ball that goes into the street is out of play. A batted ball making contact with the trees near home plate, will be deemed out of play.
#4d CENTENNIAL PARK (Western & Crescent)
End Poles of the backstop to the far end of the players bench (All of bench is out of play). The end of the bench parallel with the foul lines.
#5a LINCOLN SCHOOL (Western & Crescent)
End poles of the backstop to the far end of the players bench (All of bench is out of play). The end of the bench parallel with the foul lines. Any batted or thrown ball that goes into the street is out of play.
#5b LINCOLN SCHOOL (Lincoln Street side)
End of the players safety fence extended parallel with foul lines is out of play. Any batted or thrown ball that goes into the street is out of play.. A batted ball making contact with the trees near home plate, will be deemed out of play.
#6 BRICKTON PARK (Peterson & Brophy)
End poles of the backstop to the far end of the players bench (all of bench is out of play). The end of the bench extended parallel with the foul lines is also out of play.
#7 NORTHWEST PARK (N. W. Hwy. & Dee Road Big field)
End poles of the backstop extended on a parallel line with the foul lines. All dugout areas, on deck areas, and trees will be deemed out of play when the umpires sense any danger for the fielders. All trees in right field are in play and judged the same as an outfield fence.
#8 SOUTHWEST PARK (Western & Granville Big field)
End poles of the backstop to the far end of the players bench (All of bench is out of play). End of the bench extended parallel with the foul lines.
#9 SOUTHWEST PARK (Western & Granville Small field)
End poles of the backstop to the far end of the players bench (All of bench is out of play). The end of the bench extended parallel with the foul lines.
#10 JAYCEE PARK (Washington & Granville)
End poles of the backstop to the far end of the players bench (All of bench is out of play). The end of the bench extended parallel with the foul lines.
#11 MAINE PARK (Sibley & Forestview)
End of the players safety fence extended parallel with foul lines will be out of play. The evergreen trees in right field are in play. A ball hit over the fence in center field is a home run. A ball that bounces over this fence is a ground rule double. Any ball that carries into the parking lot in center field will be out of play, with the batter awarded a home run.
#12a NORTHWEST PARK (N.W. Hwy. & Dee Road - Small field)
End of the players safety fence extended parallel with foul lines is out of play. Any batted or thrown ball that goes into the street is out of play. Umpire's judgment will be used for base awards in that situation. A batted ball making contact with the trees near home plate, will be deemed out of play.
#12b NORTHWEST PARK (N.W. Hwy. & Dee Road - Small field)
End of the players safety fence extended parallel with foul lines is out of play. A batted ball making contact with the trees near home plate, will be deemed out of play.
#13 FRANKLIN SCHOOL (Dee Road & Manor - near the tennis courts)
End of the players safety fence extended parallel with foul lines is out of play. A batted ball making contact with the trees down the left field line will be out of play.
#15 KALINA FIELD (SOUTH PARK) Devon & Talcott
Dugout fence line on each side parallel to the outfield fence is out of play. Over the fence is a home-run (bounce ground-rule double)
OTHER FIELDS USED
Maine South High School 1111 S. Dee Rd.
Maine East High School Dempster & Potter
Carpenter School Elm & Hamlin
South Park Devon & Talcott
Emerson Middle School Oakton & Cumberland
