Tournaments
Subscribe to our Newsletter2021 Northland Baseball Classic
Date(s): 23/7/2021 - 25/7/2021
General Information
Thank you for joining us for the Northland Baseball Classic!
Parents and Coaches,
Please remember that we work very hard to organize and host this large event. This work is for lasting memories for the all talented players who compete, enthusiastic fans, loving parents, and the supportive communities we serve. Your support to this event is greatly appreciated.
Want tournament updates?
To keep up on the scores and tournament events throughout the Northland Baseball Classic, visit our website at www.leaguelineup.com/northlandbaseball. Under the Tournament tab you will see Tournament results. Don't miss out!
Northland Baseball's Public Service Announcement:Please keep in mind that all proceeds collected over the course of the tournament support local youth activities as well as help support this great event. Northland Baseball provides excellent opportunities for youth athletes and provides sound fundamental instruction in our instructional camps. It is our hope, with your continued support, we are able to expand Northland Baseball programs and its 1st class baseball tournament.
Northland Baseball Classic Tournament Rules
The following rules and regulations will govern play in the Northland Baseball Classic. Any situations not covered here will be determined by the Tournament Director & Umpire in Chief. It is your responsibility to read, understand, and adhere to the rules.
General: The Northland Baseball Classic does not carry insurance on tournament participants or spectators. It is the responsibility of the individuals and/or teams to provide their own insurance.
No Protests allowed. Home plate umpire will settle all disputes, and may consult with Division and/or Tournament Directors for guidance if requested.
Team Check-in:
Coach - You or an adult representative (team manager) must check in at the designated tournament headquarters prior to playing your first game.
Dugout Management:
Only the Manager, 2 assistant coaches, 1 Scorekeeper and players may occupy the dugout.
Home/Visitor:
Home team will be official scorekeeper. The home team will be determined by a coin toss for all games for all pool play games. In bracket play, the higher seed will have the option of home or away.
Game Length:
12U and Under - 6 innings
13U & above - 7 innings
Time limits: 1 hour 40 minutes, there will no limit for bracket play games. The "Stop watch" will start when the first pitch is thrown.
Rain - If rain prevents a game from re- starting (field must be recovered to acceptable level by the umpires) within 20 minutes of next scheduled game and 4 innings have completed, then the game is a complete game. If less than 4 innings, game will be declared incomplete. At any time the tournament director may deviate as due to inclement weather.
In-Field Practice: No infield warm-ups will be taken on game fields prior to each tournament game.
Number of Players:
9U division will have 10 players on the field for each game
10U division and up will have 9 players on the field for each game
Metal Cleats are prohibited for the 10U, 11U, and 12U age divisions.
Ejections:
Any player, coach, or spectator ejected from a game will be suspended for the following game. Any player, coach, or spectator ejected from a contest for a "flagrant unsportsmanlike conduct" shall be ejected for the remainder of the tournament and will not be permitted to remain within the tournament facility, Some examples of :Flagrant unsportsmanlike conduct" include, but not limited to, cheating (use of a declared ineligible player), fighting, repeated use f profane language.
Tournament Game Baseballs:
Each team will provide a new game ball per game for the duration of the tournament.
Tournament Bat Rules:
Northland Baseball follows the MYAS rules of compliance for bat use during the tournament.
Big Barrel Bats (2 5/8" or 2 3/4"- 14u and below) - Only those big barrel bats made by approved USSSA or USA licensed manufacturers that are either....
1. Made with the USSA or USA mark/seal; or
2. is a qualified BBCOR bat; or
3. is Wood
Small Barrel Bats (2 1/4" in diameter or less) - Only those small barrel bats made by approved USSSA or USA licensed manufacturers that are either.....
1. Made with the USSSA or USA Mark; or
2. Is wood
Small Barrel bat comment: The above includes Tee Ball bats that are longer than 23 inches in length. Tee Ball bats 23 inches and shorter in length from approved USSSA licensed manufacturers will continue to be allowed without the NEW or old USSSA marks.
For more information, please review the MYAS website: http://www.myas.org/baseball/gopher-state-baseball-league/gopher-state-baseball-league-resource-center/bat-standards/
Tournament Pitching rules:
Pitching / Base Distances:
9U/10U/11U: 46 Feet / 60-65 Feet
12U/13U: 52 Feet / 75-80 Feet
14U: 60 Feet, 6 inches, / 90 Feet
Pitching Restrictions:
To preserve the longevity of our portable pitching mounds, Metal Cleats are not allowed. However, they can be worn in the field.
****A pitcher may only pitch 7 total innings in the Northland Baseball Classic tournament. If a pitcher pitches more than 4 innings in a game, that pitcher will not be able to pitch again that day, requiring a day of rest. Inning totals should be recorded on the official game card or Northland Baseball Classic tournament pitching form.
Curveballs are not allowed at the 9U level. First offense: Warning. Second offense: Ejection from the pitching position and recorded as 4 innings of pitching
Starting pitcher: For all ages - The starting pitcher may be withdrawn from pitching and allowed to re-enter once per game. This applies only to the starting pitcher. Relief pitchers may not re-enter as a pitcher.
Balk Rule:
9U/10U/11U only: NO balks will be called. Coaches are encouraged to discuss balk rules with game officials prior to each game, on directions. Learning the game is important to Northland Baseball.
10-RUN-RULE:
12U & under: The game will end at the conclusion of 4 innings (3 1/2 if the home team is ahead by 10 or more runs)
13U & above: The game will end at the conclusion of 5 innings (4 1/2 if the home team is ahead by 10 or more runs)
15-RUN-RULE:
The 15 run-rule will apply after 3 innings (2 1/2 innings if the home team is ahead). This rule applies to all ages and divisions.
Base running:
9U: A runner may leave the base after the ball crosses the plate. The runner will be ruled out if it is determined that he/she left early. On a dropped 3rd strike, the batter is ruled out and the base runners may advance at their own risk.
10U: A runner may leave the base after the ball has crossed home plate. The runner will be ruled out if it is determined that he/she left early. On a dropped 3rd strike, the batter is ruled out and the base runners may advance at their own risk.
11U: A runner may leave the base after the ball leaves the pitchers hand. The runner will be ruled out if it is determined that he/she left early. On a dropped 3rd strike, the batter is ruled out and the base runners may advance at their own risk.
12U & above: National Federation rules apply
Note: Runners area allowed to advance/steal home on a pass ball. Runners are never required to slide, but if a runner elects to slide, the slide must be legal. Jumping, hurdling, and leaping are all legal attempts to avoid a fielder as long as the fielder is lying on the ground. Diving over a fielder is illegal. In the 11U and under divisions, a player sliding head first into home plate will be rules out.
Courtesy Runner:
9U-14U: A courtesy runner (the last runner to be put out) will be allowed only for the catcher and only when there is 2 outs. If a player is injured and requires a courteous runner, the manger can request a runner. Managers should work together on a successful outcome.
Tie Breaker:
1. Record
2. Head-to-Head
3. Runs allowed
4. At any time, the tournament director can go back to 'head-to-head'
5. Run differential
6. Coin Flip
Parents and Coaches,
Please remember that we work very hard to organize and host this large event. This work is for lasting memories for the all talented players who compete, enthusiastic fans, loving parents, and the supportive communities we serve. Your support to this event is greatly appreciated.
Want tournament updates?
To keep up on the scores and tournament events throughout the Northland Baseball Classic, visit our website at www.leaguelineup.com/northlandbaseball. Under the Tournament tab you will see Tournament results. Don't miss out!
Northland Baseball's Public Service Announcement:Please keep in mind that all proceeds collected over the course of the tournament support local youth activities as well as help support this great event. Northland Baseball provides excellent opportunities for youth athletes and provides sound fundamental instruction in our instructional camps. It is our hope, with your continued support, we are able to expand Northland Baseball programs and its 1st class baseball tournament.
Northland Baseball Classic Tournament Rules
The following rules and regulations will govern play in the Northland Baseball Classic. Any situations not covered here will be determined by the Tournament Director & Umpire in Chief. It is your responsibility to read, understand, and adhere to the rules.
General: The Northland Baseball Classic does not carry insurance on tournament participants or spectators. It is the responsibility of the individuals and/or teams to provide their own insurance.
No Protests allowed. Home plate umpire will settle all disputes, and may consult with Division and/or Tournament Directors for guidance if requested.
Team Check-in:
Coach - You or an adult representative (team manager) must check in at the designated tournament headquarters prior to playing your first game.
Dugout Management:
Only the Manager, 2 assistant coaches, 1 Scorekeeper and players may occupy the dugout.
Home/Visitor:
Home team will be official scorekeeper. The home team will be determined by a coin toss for all games for all pool play games. In bracket play, the higher seed will have the option of home or away.
Game Length:
12U and Under - 6 innings
13U & above - 7 innings
Time limits: 1 hour 40 minutes, there will no limit for bracket play games. The "Stop watch" will start when the first pitch is thrown.
Rain - If rain prevents a game from re- starting (field must be recovered to acceptable level by the umpires) within 20 minutes of next scheduled game and 4 innings have completed, then the game is a complete game. If less than 4 innings, game will be declared incomplete. At any time the tournament director may deviate as due to inclement weather.
In-Field Practice: No infield warm-ups will be taken on game fields prior to each tournament game.
Number of Players:
9U division will have 10 players on the field for each game
10U division and up will have 9 players on the field for each game
Metal Cleats are prohibited for the 10U, 11U, and 12U age divisions.
Ejections:
Any player, coach, or spectator ejected from a game will be suspended for the following game. Any player, coach, or spectator ejected from a contest for a "flagrant unsportsmanlike conduct" shall be ejected for the remainder of the tournament and will not be permitted to remain within the tournament facility, Some examples of :Flagrant unsportsmanlike conduct" include, but not limited to, cheating (use of a declared ineligible player), fighting, repeated use f profane language.
Tournament Game Baseballs:
Each team will provide a new game ball per game for the duration of the tournament.
Tournament Bat Rules:
Northland Baseball follows the MYAS rules of compliance for bat use during the tournament.
Big Barrel Bats (2 5/8" or 2 3/4"- 14u and below) - Only those big barrel bats made by approved USSSA or USA licensed manufacturers that are either....
1. Made with the USSA or USA mark/seal; or
2. is a qualified BBCOR bat; or
3. is Wood
Small Barrel Bats (2 1/4" in diameter or less) - Only those small barrel bats made by approved USSSA or USA licensed manufacturers that are either.....
1. Made with the USSSA or USA Mark; or
2. Is wood
Small Barrel bat comment: The above includes Tee Ball bats that are longer than 23 inches in length. Tee Ball bats 23 inches and shorter in length from approved USSSA licensed manufacturers will continue to be allowed without the NEW or old USSSA marks.
For more information, please review the MYAS website: http://www.myas.org/baseball/gopher-state-baseball-league/gopher-state-baseball-league-resource-center/bat-standards/
Tournament Pitching rules:
Pitching / Base Distances:
9U/10U/11U: 46 Feet / 60-65 Feet
12U/13U: 52 Feet / 75-80 Feet
14U: 60 Feet, 6 inches, / 90 Feet
Pitching Restrictions:
To preserve the longevity of our portable pitching mounds, Metal Cleats are not allowed. However, they can be worn in the field.
****A pitcher may only pitch 7 total innings in the Northland Baseball Classic tournament. If a pitcher pitches more than 4 innings in a game, that pitcher will not be able to pitch again that day, requiring a day of rest. Inning totals should be recorded on the official game card or Northland Baseball Classic tournament pitching form.
Curveballs are not allowed at the 9U level. First offense: Warning. Second offense: Ejection from the pitching position and recorded as 4 innings of pitching
Starting pitcher: For all ages - The starting pitcher may be withdrawn from pitching and allowed to re-enter once per game. This applies only to the starting pitcher. Relief pitchers may not re-enter as a pitcher.
Balk Rule:
9U/10U/11U only: NO balks will be called. Coaches are encouraged to discuss balk rules with game officials prior to each game, on directions. Learning the game is important to Northland Baseball.
10-RUN-RULE:
12U & under: The game will end at the conclusion of 4 innings (3 1/2 if the home team is ahead by 10 or more runs)
13U & above: The game will end at the conclusion of 5 innings (4 1/2 if the home team is ahead by 10 or more runs)
15-RUN-RULE:
The 15 run-rule will apply after 3 innings (2 1/2 innings if the home team is ahead). This rule applies to all ages and divisions.
Base running:
9U: A runner may leave the base after the ball crosses the plate. The runner will be ruled out if it is determined that he/she left early. On a dropped 3rd strike, the batter is ruled out and the base runners may advance at their own risk.
10U: A runner may leave the base after the ball has crossed home plate. The runner will be ruled out if it is determined that he/she left early. On a dropped 3rd strike, the batter is ruled out and the base runners may advance at their own risk.
11U: A runner may leave the base after the ball leaves the pitchers hand. The runner will be ruled out if it is determined that he/she left early. On a dropped 3rd strike, the batter is ruled out and the base runners may advance at their own risk.
12U & above: National Federation rules apply
Note: Runners area allowed to advance/steal home on a pass ball. Runners are never required to slide, but if a runner elects to slide, the slide must be legal. Jumping, hurdling, and leaping are all legal attempts to avoid a fielder as long as the fielder is lying on the ground. Diving over a fielder is illegal. In the 11U and under divisions, a player sliding head first into home plate will be rules out.
Courtesy Runner:
9U-14U: A courtesy runner (the last runner to be put out) will be allowed only for the catcher and only when there is 2 outs. If a player is injured and requires a courteous runner, the manger can request a runner. Managers should work together on a successful outcome.
Tie Breaker:
1. Record
2. Head-to-Head
3. Runs allowed
4. At any time, the tournament director can go back to 'head-to-head'
5. Run differential
6. Coin Flip
Venue Information and Directions
Braun Park
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