15U Local Rules
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*These are local rules only. Tournament play rules could vary by tournament.
Game:
· 1 hour 30 mins (finish the inning) or 7 innings. Games CAN end in a tie (except end of season tournament)
· Game can be played with 7 players. You DO NOT have to take an out if you have only 7 or 8 players.
· 6 runs or 3 outs (Tournament play does not have a run rule limit)
· In the case of rain a full game will be considered 4 ½ or 5 innings. If the game must be rescheduled it will pick up exactly where left off.
· Run rule is 15 runs after 3 ½ or 4 innings or 10 runs after 4 ½ or 5 innings.
· 12” ball will be used
Offense:
· Option to bat dugout (local rule only)
Defense:
· 9 on field, may start with 8
Coaches:
· 2 offensive coaches (1 on each baseline)
· 1 defensive coach is allowed outside of the dugout
Field Chalking:
· 43’ pitching rubber with 16’ circle
· On-deck circles are 8 ft.
Rules
· Players must have helmets WITH facemasks, chin strap is optional
· Only Official USA or USSSA stamped softball bats may be used
· Infield fly rule is in effect
· 3 strikes
· A base runner is allowed to steal
· Runner CAN steal home
· Drop 3rd strike is in effect
· No overthrow rule
OBUSIVE or OBSCENE LANGUAGE towards and UMPIRE, coach, player or another fan will NOT be tolerated. Coaches, keep your fans under control.
