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Babe Ruth Rules
General Babe Ruth Rules
Babe Ruth Rules are very similar to High School Rules
All student-athletes play on a Regulation Diamond with Grass Infields (90-ft basepaths and 60-ft,6-in pitching distance with a mound). Playing on the larger diamond assures the student-athlete that they will never have to adjust to another playing dimension again. This allows players to develop the defensive fundamentals of the game and they get an advantage over their peers by gaining experience and confidence on a larger diamond.
Players are not labeled by skill level and are allowed to develop during practices and games. Inexperienced players gain confidence and fundamental skills by being challenged every day. Experienced players gain leadership qualities by mentoring the inexperienced player.
The regular season begins in mid-April and ends at the end of June. This gives families the opportunity to take a vacation prior to Fall Ball.
For the committed player we offer post-season play through July and possibly into August. Teams are unified by age group during the post-season. Generally, 13-year olds will play with and against other 13-year olds, and so on. We encourage every player to play in the post-season as it is a fun and challenging atmosphere and is a great opportunity to compete against teams around the state and region.
And finally, Fall Ball begins prior to Labor Day and ends in mid-October. This is a relaxed atmosphere that focuses on fundamental development and plays games on weekends.
Real Baseball Rules
Lead off and Steal at anytime.
Bat 9 players in the lineup.
Re-entry rule. A starter may be re-entered into the same batting spot he vacated.
No Designated Hitter.
Pitchers can pitch 7 innings per calendar week (Monday through, and including, Sunday; A pitcher must have 2 calendar days rest in between pitching assignments if he pitches in more than 3 innings in any one game.)
Teams can enter as many invitational tournaments as their game-schedule allows.
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Bring Your Established Team
Each Member MUST reside inside Clackamas Babe Ruth Baseball boundaries
Fee: $1200 (Spring/Summer)
Each team provides their own equipment, uniforms, and coaching staff
Regular Season runs April 13 to June 27
Minimum 12-Game Schedule; 7 Home Games Guaranteed (Very Flexible; will work around other schedules)
Trained Adult Umpires from an Association (Home Games Guaranteed)
Game Balls and Insurance Provided
Roster Size: 12 to 15 Players (Ages 13-15; determined by age on May 1, 2009)
Play on 90' Diamond with 60'6" Pitching Distance with Mound
Babe Ruth rules apply (very similar to High School)
Fields have Infield Grass
Minimal Travel (Majority of Games played in North Clackamas County/Portland Metro)
Each individual player becomes eligible for Tournament Team Selection (upon meeting eligibility requirements)
Tournament Teams are selected by age group (13-year olds play with and against 13-years, 14-years play with and against 14-year olds, etc.)
No additional Fees required by League to Play on Tournament Team
Tournament Teams play June 28 to at least July 25 (depends on number of victories and advancement)
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Clackamas Babe Ruth Boundaries
Each player MUST reside in the following High School attendance boundaries:
North Clackamas School District (Clackamas, Milwaukie, Putnam)
Gladstone
Oregon City
West Linn
Centennial
David Douglas
Gresham
Sandy
Reynolds
Parkrose
If you have questions please call JJ Pearson at 503-387-5186
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