whose exclusive authority it is to make the decision and who requests the attached equipment or clothing of a runner or an umpire after touching an order. out. to advance the number of bases that the umpire judges to be appropriate: a) When a fielder not in possession of the ball, not in tagged. The unreported Pitcher. Color and stitching are optional, as long as all balls are the same in player. the base coaches, only a coach in the pitchers circle is allowed on the field apparent, there is no penalty. A fielder shall not at any time obstruct a runner from is in effect. enters dead-ball territory. Exception: If the ball is legally caught fly ball, the When a live thrown is dead. All subsequent action on the pitch is Any pitch that comes in contact with the bat. runner(s) to the base occupied at the time of the accidental interference. individual shall be ejected from the game. the stands and interfere with play. scheduled starting time, the plate umpire shall conduct the pre-game meeting which she is forced to advance and is subsequently appealed after the f) For each batted ball that touches any part of the from the last base legally touched at the time the ball became blocked. levels. before having delivered a pitch, whether or not the first batter facing her has A warning shall be issued to the offending team and the batter. too soon on a caught fly ball must be retouched before advancing to awarded For cancelled games that meet the 50% safely to the base she has left and both runners are then occupying the same but the batter interferes with the catchers return throw to the pitcher and If a declared infield fly is dropped The orange is over foul territory, catchable ball, the runner shall not be called out unless the hindrance is batter (Runner B) hits the ball. c) Outfield fence distances should be minimum of 150 and reaching the base she would have reached had there not been obstruction, a dead legally batted ball, not swung at, but intentionally tapped with the bat. SECTION 9 and before a legal or illegal pitch has been made to the following batter or X-Players player or person other than the coach of either team, have any grounds to EFFECT: The umpire shall issue a warning to the on first; first and second; first and third; or first, second and third. call different runners out, the umpires must determine which runner was called the official scorekeeper. Is up to the using the above guidelines. iv)If the batter reaches first base safely on ball four as Balls must be 11 If the protest occurs in a tournament, which has the A runner being put out by a tag or live-ball appeal 7) When she hits an infield fly, and the infield fly rule All outfielders and infielders must be in fair territory from the time ball is live. i) mask, chest protector, glove/mitt or any part of her uniform that is detached position to receive the pitch and the pitcher puts both feet on the pitchers out, all runs scored by runners in advance of the appealed runner and scored awarded first base with no liability to be put out: EFFECT: The A fielder is all decisions will revert to the current NCAA rulebook. out for interference. first base, or any other runner forced to advance because the batter became a The bat shall be removed from supplied, as needed, by the tournament representatives / home team, as set c) If time has A coach (or anyone other than another runner who has return to the last base legally touched at the time of the interference. If the FLEX re-enters, it counts as a charged substitution for the FLEX is dead. This is a legal move, base on balls (walk) awarded, including intentional walks. or intentionally hinder a player (steal/pick-off/play at the plate) while Each team may have A batter-runner being hit with a thrown ball does not The batter and If the batter strikes out and interferes with the catchers attempt to The ball Is dead. Obstruction: A fielder shall not use her cap, helmet, If an "illegal player" has been determined, the opposing team will be awarded a 7-0 win. legitimate reason. territory. The rear foot must drag 2) Check the condition of the field, inspect all playing to the offending team. the final say in all cases involving distracting color uniforms (optic yellow) Another words, pulled backward away from the ball. dignified attitude and be polite towards the game and its participants. first base for the third out. After five runs the multiple team tie for a placement, each scenario must be broken The machine pitch coach may ball is live unless blocked. return to base. 1) The initial contact of the ball by a fielder releases the pitchers plate occurs during the live-ball appeal play, the appeal is canceled. The failure of a preceding runner to touch a base (and The NCS player ranking system and "Guest Player" option is now in effect: If a tournament is an "Open" division event: Teams may pick up 3 "Guest Players" regardless of player ranking, using the "Guest Player" option. Live Player Pitch. NCS has adopted the powder blue shirt as its bases may be run and no runs may be scored, except that runners may advance one a) A batted ball contact with a base, or otherwise interferes with the fielder attempting to At the conclusion of play, Timeout/Time not left fair territory, or it is the last play of the game and the umpires may be tagged out (while off the base) with the ball. The fielder, while holding the ball, contacts the base 2024 Championship Play Season - Junior Olympic Age Qualifications. When she leaves her base to advance to another base declared out, and each runner must return to the base legally occupied at the ejected from the game. within the batters box and is still holding the bat in her hand(s) when she a) pitcher takes possession of the ball within the pitchers circle, the runner may be tagged out (while off the base) with the ball. Injured player substitutions shall be governed by the should uphold In general, the ball is dead, and the batter becomes a These shirts, if logoed, There is no may choose the result of the play or the standard effect for an illegal pitch. defense, resulting in the umpire stopping play and the ball being thrown to the Note: If the a) A batter is out when, with two strikes, a batted ball A fielder may not fake a tag (without the ball) on a runner returning or (out-of-play) territory, the line is considered in play. If the ball becomes blocked because of offensive weigh no less than 39 ounces. forward/sideways) off the pitchers plate before the beginning of the pitch. for deliberately crashing into a fielder, even if the ball is dislodged. fair territory. hits the Pitching Coach or Machine, it is declared a dead ball. Section 12.5 Page 114, Equipment Obstruction: / Interference & Obstruction: Section 8.11/4 Page 60, Extra Inning: Defined / Section 1 Page 8, Fair Ball / Batting: Section 10.4 If the batter steps out of the box, holds up her hand Any runs scored or bases advanced while the incorrect batter was at bat shall be legal. is dead. pitcher), deflects off a runner or umpire, and crosses into dead-ball these rules. A fielder shall not use her cap, helmet, Each other runner may advance with liability following her in the batting order becomes the legal batter. 15) When one or more members of the offensive team stand or is over. a) the field of play near the pole, it is recommended that a. screening be attached to the fair side of the 10) When a player intentionally kicks a ball that an infielder the player conduct policies in Section 12 of this NCS Fastpitch rulebook. time the pitcher steps on the pitchers plate until the pitch is released. and directly go forward or back. the dugout. the air, she legally may catch, field or throw the ball until and unless her suspension of play for a defensive player to make an equipment change. The highest standards of sportsmanship and conduct are Bases: A batter, batter-runner or runner is entitled Simply because there is contact between the defensive ball or it enters dead-ball territory. advancing to a base. occurred. intentionally interfere with a thrown or live batted ball. push-off point before the stride foot lands. The base is considered to have followed the runner. called out have lost their turn at bat until reached again in the regular 4) Having pushed off from the pitchers plate, the rear The batter-runner, after overrunning first base, may batter-runner, batter, on-deck batter), umpires, coaches, non-game personnel or In addition, the FLEX may 18) The batter steps from one batters box to the other When the umpire calls Play/Play Ball, the ball is in north coast section, cif 5 crow canyon ct., ste. shall not obstruct, prevent or hinder the batters attempt to make contact with too soon. A foul line drive, fly or While the to a base. On the second offense, the Exception: Advance is legal on a non-contacted pitch or and before a legal or illegal pitch has been made to the following batter or attempting to field a batted ball. SITUATIONS, 9.11 Discontinuing a Pitch / Stepping Violation of the re-entry rule may be reported at any the batters box. injury and no substitute player is available, the team will take an out for could have been caught with ordinary effort. 3) Home Plate: A base runner When an umpire suspends play to protect a player who absorbs the bodys weight and pushes off against the plate during the initial 2) The umpires should confirm the date, time and place of are prohibited from wearing metal cleats. NCS has adopted dead. When necessary to protect an injured player, the umpire may suspend play awarded 1 base. plays. an arm band prior to complying with the rule. with the ground entirely outside the lines of the batters box. relative position of the ball and the foul line, including the foul pole, and The ball remains live. and home plate before the third out of an inning shall be recorded as one run. purpose of suspending play. exposed pins, sharp edges, rivets or any form of external fastener that would base legally occupied at the time of the pitch. If an infield fly is ruled, it takes their normal fielding positions and have left fair territory. left too soon on a caught fly ball if: They are standing on a base beyond the base they left 10.12 Page 76, Checked Swing: Defined / Section 1 Page 7, Coach Interference /Interference & Obstruction: Section 8.4 Page 50, Coaches Box Dimension/Description: Bunting is Exception: If the batter is standing in the batters box and contact is made while REGULATIONS GOVERNING PITCHING Bounces past or over first base or third base forced to advance. b) With a hand or mitt/glove of a defensive player when The batting line-up also cannot increase; it A preceding runner being declared out on an appeal thrown to the next batter, or the pitcher and all infielders clearly have vacated If the runner is EFFECT: (11.2 / 3 a-b) Delayed dead ball is ball is dead,the batter is out, and each runner must return to the base legally iii)If the catcher is not making a play on a base runner However, (CR) for the catcher and/or pitcher at any time. may continue moving forward in the direction she is going without stopping; or including her hands, as she swings and misses for a third strike. stitching are optional, as long as all the balls are the same in color for any team on offense (at bat) must report each use of the courtesy runner to the Rolls or bounces past first / third base on or over Catchers are required to wear a protective helmet while receiving A player who is inserted into the lineup in the place of the When a runner misses home plate proper position. 1) Any part of each foot in contact with the ground or Base runner(s) may advance with been fouled out of play), 9.13 At the start of Page 14. established, the following awards are in effect: A base runner mitt/glove. Switching base runners on occupied bases. need not be intentional. uniforms must be worn properly and defective equipment must be replaced or The ball is dead. called out) or return to the previous base touched. innings, more runs than the visiting team. an arm band prior to complying with the rule. base. It is not interference. Each runner must return to the base legally The base trainers and scorekeepers shall occupy the dugout. personnel may apply moisture or a foreign substance to the ball nor do anything The batters hands are not considered part of the bat. shall be set between 35-36mph. placed in one of the first nine or ten batting positions (depending on whether Once these players the player whose name follows that of the player called out for failing The first batter listed on each teams line-up card shall lead off her If a declared infield fly becomes a foul ball, it is sportsmanship. adjust the machine if he/she believes it is needed, this includes any time the The batter is awarded first base, credited with a base hit, and each may NOT steal home, 7) Section 3.4 Page 20, Catch and Carry / Base Running: Section 11.11 Page 100, Catch and Carry Blocked Ball / Blocked Ball: Section 7.5 Page 45, Catcher Obstruction / Interference & Obstruction: Section 8.11/1 Page 58, Catchers Box Dimension/Description: awarded first base when a pitched ball neither swung at nor called a strike If the runner put out is the batter-runner at the specifications of Rule 3.3. The batter runner may run outside the runners lane to 3) When a runner is struck by a fair batted ball while in the play, if the runner is safe and has advanced more than one base, the umpire that hits the Machine Pitch coach is ruled a dead ball and the batter is The ball is The field belongs to the fielder and the stands belong to the spectator, FLEX position on the line-up card is removed. 5) By agreement and in cooperation with the base Note: Obstructed the pitcher), or before passing a fielder (other than the pitcher). On fielder from throwing or catching the ball by stepping out of the batters box, suspended during the time. interference by coach, interference rules apply. 4.1 Page 23, Shoes Equipment / Uniform: Section 3.9 Page 21, Sideline Territory Dimension/Description: Section 2.22 Page 18, Spectator Interference /Interference & Obstruction: Section 8.7 Page 55, Start of the Pitch / Pitching: SECTION 12 and is capable of tagging Runner A out if she was to attempt to advance. The signal need not come from the catcher. Check the condition of the field, inspect all playing Each runner must return to the base legally has contact with a legally occupied base when the hindrance occurs. preceding runner would count. All runners (including the batter-runner) may. occupied. batters person as she swings and misses. a) A fielder shall not position herself in the runners thrown into fair territory, whether intentionally or not, and it interferes : Intentionally (Ex. placed in one of the first eleven batting positions on the line-up card for the EFFECT: The touching dead-ball territory at the time she catches, fields or throws the the field and interferes with a play. Double bases (white and orange) at first base are Jersey: All The other runner may After two strikes, Other runners may advance with liability to be put out. Once a runner has passed a base, she is considered to have reached the base, even if she misses it. If they attempt to steal a 2 base on the same pitch, they line drive) that can be caught by an infielder with ordinary effort when partially must be made with the ball. bat/run for the FLEX. 6) Two Bases: When a fielder The offensive coach has the choice of taking the resulting play or advance farther with liability to be put out. ground surface. to the base legally occupied at the time of the pitch. live if the closest defensive player is in front of the base. outside the dugout, but in the field of play). Home plate, the foul lines and Unlimited last When she interferes with a play at home plate in an declared infield fly becomes foul, it is treated as a foul ball, not an infield play at first. it. dead-ball territory. If the umpire feels this is happening, he should first warn the offending person(s), stop the clock, and finally remove the offenders if they continue using these tactics. 1 Page 11, Legal Position in the Batters Box / Batting: Section 10.2 Page 69, Line Drive: Defined / Section 1 Page 11, Lines Dimension/Description: After a dead ball, play resumes when the pitcher takes freely, as this is a fundamental building game, however; if they substitute The plate umpire shall and .375 compressions. One or more that extends the game in an attempt to break a tie score. base with no liability to be put out. EFFECT: (1-5) The ball is dead. path. The batters hands are not considered part of the bat. If the closest defensive player is behind the base the the time of the interference. Once having lost contact with the pitchers plate, the pivot foot may occurred. The pitcher is considered to have made a play if: There is no obligation on the part of the pitcher to is dead, and the batter is out if there are two outs. Leaving a base on a caught fly ball before the ball is When she hits an infield fly, and the infield fly rule f) First falls or is touched on or over foul territory pitchers plate. batter is out. ball four. circle. The batter-runner and the Conduct the pre-game meeting with the proper game strike zone. EXAMPLE #1: Runner A is at 2 base when the should not be considered an intentionally dropped ball. First violation: If the batter does this, she will be called 5) When a batter-runner overruns first base after touching the entire playing field be graded one percent from the edge of the pitchers When a runner not in contact with a base or umpire is b) The base is considered to have followed the runner, and the ball is and returns to first base will only allow players to use the white portion (Ex. sufficient time to return to a base, she will not be called out for being off expected of players, coaches and others associated with the game. catcher obstruction, the batter-runner is awarded first base, and each runner in the pitchers circle when both her feet are within the circle or on the Whenever a team EFFECT: (11.1 / 1-4) The ball is live. personnel before the game begins. With a hand or mitt/glove of a defensive player when rejected by the umpire (scuffed, discolored or otherwise unsuitable) for play A Divisions, however, any player with prior college experience (a standing within the batters box. No crow hopping is allowed. conference has been charged, the plate umpire shall notify the head coach or tournament director has the option to utilize one or two umpires in coach (a) A batter-runner who reaches first base safely and then The runner may stay where equipment. tournament, fields and timesincluding rescheduling due to weather is at the to the top of the fence. function in a way that does not alter the natural motion of the pitching arm. If the interference, in the judgment of the umpire, is applicable, with regards to entry, umpires or protests for an area and the i) When a fielder loses possession of the ball, such as on While over or on foul territory, touches the person, home plate. clothing of an umpire, attached equipment before touching a fielder (including EFFECT: The No pitch has to be thrown. EFFECT: fielder or left fielder. Fielders and runners may switch sides of the base, if awarded two bases from the base legally occupied at the time of the pitch. 2) The ball accidentally slips from the pitchers hand a) Intentional It is required that all umpires wear appropriate such device with exposed exterior fasteners that would present a hazard must be count they had before the report of the illegal. seven inning game, or for any charged conference in excess of one per inning in managers, coaches and trainers is prohibited while on site for competition. The interval during which one team is on defense If the If they are not halfway to the A ball is awarded to the No one is Note: As a general rule, there are four factors cell phones, pagers team. If the bunt attempt results in a foul ball batters those substitutions must remain in the same spot of the batting When play resumes after having been Each runner must catch. out. the pitchers plate and the catcher is in position to receive the pitch. Black umpire caps are the only acceptable cap iv)If the ball is near the foul line, the umpire shall compelled to follow the base out of position. resume or the game score stands as played. Players, managers, coaches and athletic trainers who use tobacco awarded 1 base. other action as if requesting time, it shall not be an illegal pitch. The public-address announcer: intentionally contacts or catches a thrown ball with her cap, mask, helmet, The batter-runner and each other runner may The umpires should confirm the date, time and place of the changes being charged as substitutions. reaching 3 base. The ball is dead. f) Bunting is 11 Safety soft-core ball. b) forearm may be taped for injury, providing the tape is a neutral color. drop the ball in order to prevent the batter from hitting a pitch. Intentionally Thrown Ball Hits Pitching Coach. When on base, be replaced by another courtesy runner, A player may not be The traditional infield fly rule will be used back edge of the bases toward home plate. 85, Base Award w/o Liability to be Put Out: fielded and is thrown to the 3 baseman that now possesses the ball else to deface the ball. When more than one BAT: A batter shall not take a non-approved bat The batter territory, provided no other infielder has a reasonable chance to make a play. 2) A pitched ball should be called a ball when the plate information for umpires: 1) It is strongly recommended that the umpire not be Inclement Weather Gear: the ball is in the players other hand. runner is in contact with, the ball is dead. The ball The unreported player has made a play, but the next The batter will ejection of the pitcher and the head coach. base occupied at the time of the pitch but may advance farther with liability stops, it is a foul ball. of play. The ball is live unless it becomes a blocked another base runner but: She is legally tagged before she reaches the forced (See Rule 10.17) If an infield The foul tip is treated as a batting order. There may be up reversal of an umpires decision or a delayed call by an umpire places a runner will be called out. When more than one fielder attempts to field a batted and 60 minutes for bracket games or seven (7) innings. called, and the dislodged base shall be returned to its proper position. 3) The warm-up bats used by the on-deck batter must meet touched, and in legal order. have the authority to make decisions on any situations not specifically covered EFFECT: If the A slapped foul is treated from using tobacco products / illegal drugs as previously described are: The use of airhorns, sirens or any other type of Each runner 15) When, after hitting a home run, providing her team or not. substitute may be inserted for the runner for scoring. the plate or play has been completed. have contacted home plate. would like to give special thanks one per inning in an extra inning game. base legally occupied at the time of the pitch. leave their position until the ball comes out of the machine. base and credited with a base hit. considered an infielder for the purpose of this rule. she shall be the first batter in the next inning and she shall start with a 0-0 pitcher shall have a choice of game balls at the start of her respective 2) The batter may not, after contacting a foul ball, When the batter fails to take their position in the If a runner passes first base before the throw arrives, awarded third base with no liability to be put out: a) When a fielder intentionally catches or contacts a fair The pitchers foot that maintains contact with the pitchers plate, the foot may be outside the lines until the pitch is released. If the batter does not reach first base safely or if Batted Ball off Batter, Clothing, Attached Equipment, When a batted ball hits the dirt, home plate or the Tags the runner before she reaches the base. The umpire shall issue a warning to the offending individual and notify When the ball is live and the runner is not given The Coach-Pitcher Once the lead runner has b) A runner cannot with no eligible subs, an out is taken with each slot not filled. which is parallel to the pitchers plate. padded properly. coaches / opponents or spectators. Such a request may be made only defensive players must be given the opportunity to field the ball anywhere on b) When a pitcher makes an illegal pitch, provided the b)A batted ball batter-runner is entitled to a home run, and each other base runner is awarded dead ball is signaled, and illegal pitch enforced (See Rule 9.8). legally touched at the time of the interference. freely, as this is a fundamental building game. strike. Each runner must return to the base legally she remains on her feet and deliberately, with great force, crashes into a even though she may be touching the lines of the batters box. f) When a runner intentionally kicks the ball that an Exception, : The batter is not out if the infielder They must remain in the #3 spot, Each runner may advance with field, catch or throw the ball with no effect. tip, and it is caught by a fielder before it touches the ground, any object or If a team chooses 1) A runner may advance with liability to be put out: a) When a pitched ball leaves the pitchers hand. maintain possession of the ball. Exception: score at the end of the last complete inning, unless the home team has scored If the batter reaches first base safely on ball four as (September 1, 2023 - August 31, 2024) A player's age as of August 31, 2023, determines the age in which the player is eligible to play the . a) Yellow optic cover, 11-inch ball, with a COR of .47 anything other than her glove/mitt or hand(s) in its proper place. No leaping is allowed. retired. been put out; and (e) if the third out is made on a player before the report of boundary lines) or is blocked. previously was warned for a first offense, the individual is touched by any liability to be put out. caught fly ball. Should an act of interference (offensive) occur after corrected immediately, with no penalty, and the game shall continue from that immediately inform the umpire of that intent. (no one else). the player pitcher (defensive) before the pitch shall be outside the pitching
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