Kiwanis Youth Baseball
Rules
Prep League
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WESTERN KIWANIS 13 YEAR OLD PREP BASEBALL LEAGUE RULES
1. Teams.
A. Each team shall consist of no more than fifteen(15) players.
B. No additions or changes can be made in any team's roster without the
consent of the Commission. This includes trades between teams and dropping
any player from the roster once the player has been picked to play with the team.
2. Age.
Any boy/girl who will not attain the age of 14 before September 1 and any boy/girl who attains the
age of 13 before September 1 of any given calendar year, shall be eligible to active membership
in the League and may participate in any and all of the activities during the year.
3. Legal Games.
A. Games shall be played seven innings.No new inning will start after 1 hour 45 minutes.
The inning begins upon completion of the third out of the previous inning. The
umpires will determine that starting time of each game and designate a timepiece as
the official timepiece.
B. Tie Games - If the score is tied at the end of 7 innings or the time limit has
elapsed, an extra inning will be played. The extra inning will be
played as follows:
The player making the last out in the previous inning will start the inning as a
base runner on 2nd base. If the score is still tied after the completion of the
extra inning, the game will be considered a tie in the standings.
C. 10-Run Rule – A baseball game shall end any time after four innings, or after
three and one-half (3-1/2) innings when a team is 10 or more runs behind and
has completed it's turn at bat.
D. Should a game be suspended because of weather or other circumstances and if the
game is made up, it will be made up from the point at which it was postponed.
4. Umpires and Coaches.
A. There shall be two approved umpire at each game. The home plate umpire is
the umpire-in-chief.
B. Umpire in chief shall be behind the home plate, whenever possible. He shall have
the power to overrule on all decisions.
C. Coaches as well as managers shall be assigned by the Commission.
D. No game will be postponed because of an absence of assigned umpires. If the umpires
do not show up for a game, the managers of each team will take appropriate steps
to see that an official game is played.
5. Scorekeepers.
The manager of the home team shall supply a competent scorekeeper. Runs and innings are
the only records required. The umpires will record the innings pitched by each pitcher.
6. Forfeiture and Protest.
A. No team shall be permitted to begin a ball game with less than seven (7) players in
complete uniform. Teams will not be permitted to continue a game with less than seven
players. If a team has less than 9 players, when the empty position in the batting
order is scheduled to bat, he will not be an automatic out.
B. Protesting an error in a rule interpretation will be allowed. The protest must be
done in accordance with baseball rules. Notification must be made to a commissioner
in writing within 48 hours. If the protest is upheld the game will be replayed from
that point, only if it affects the final standings. Protest decisions will be
governed by normal baseball rules and the commissioners decision is final.
C. In the case of a team violating the playing rules, appropriate action will be taken
by the commission. This action could consist of(but not limited to) replaying the
game, playing the game from the time of the infraction, or forfeiture of the game.
7. Playing Rules.
The High School Federation Rules shall be the rules of the League. Prep League Rules
supercede High School Federation Rules.
8. Schedule
A. The schedule of games shall be approved by the Commission.
B. Games shall be scheduled to give teams sufficient rest between scheduled games.
C. The team name appearing first on the schedule is the visiting team. The visiting
team will:
1) Use the first base side dugout;
2) Bat in the top of each inning;
3) No infield/outfield warm-up is permitted on playing infields.
4) Have the use of batting cages from 4:15 - 4:40 at games scheduled at 5:15;
5) Have the use of batting cages from 6:15 - 4:40 at games scheduled
at 7:15;
The team name appearing second on the schedule is the home team. The home team will:
1) Use the third base side dugout;
2) Bat in the bottom of each inning;
3) No infield/outfield warm-up is permitted on playing infields.
4) Have the use of batting cages from 4:55 - 5:10 at games scheduled
at 5:15;
5) Have the use of batting cages from 6:45 - 7:10 at games scheduled
at 7:15;
D. Rain outs. If a game is rained out, it will be rescheduled when there is an
available field. Sufficient notification will be given to each team.
9. Pitchers.
I. Rules for the first round of league play(1st 6 scheduled games):
A. No pitcher will be allowed to pitch more than 7 innings in any calendar week.
(A calendar week is Monday through Sunday). One pitch constitutes an inning
of pitching.
B. A pitcher will not be allowed to pitch more than 4 innings per game.
C. A pitcher must have two (2) calendar days rest between pitching assignments
in which a pitcher pitches four (4) or more innings in any one game.
D. The balk rule will not be enforced by the umpires. Time will be called and
the umpires will inform the pitcher of the balk and instruct the pitcher on
the correct procedure;
E. No breaking pitches will be allowed;
F. If a pitcher is replaced as a pitcher, he may not pitch again in that same game;
G. Pitchers will be allowed 7 warm-up pitches at the start of the game;
H. Between innings, the pitcher will be allowed 5 warm-up pitches or until the
catcher is ready;
I. Pitchers will be allowed 7 warm-up pitches if entering the game as a relief
pitcher;
II. Rules for the 2nd and 3rd round and play-off(effective at 7 seventh scheduled game):
A. No pitcher will be allowed to pitch more than 7 innings in any calendar week.
(A calendar week is Monday through Sunday). One pitch constitutes an inning of
pitching.
B. A pitcher will not be allowed to pitch more than 7 innings per game.
C. A pitcher must have two (2) calendar days rest between pitching assignments in
which a pitcher pitches four (4) or more innings in any one game.
D. The balk rule will be enforced by the umpires.
E. Breaking pitches will be allowed;
F. If a pitcher is replaced as a pitcher, he may not pitch again in that same game;
G. Pitchers will be allowed 7 warm-up pitches at the start of the game;
H. Between innings, the pitcher will be allowed 5 warm-up pitchest or until the
catcher is ready;
I. Pitchers will be allowed 7 warm-up pitches if entering the game as a relief
pitcher;
10. Line Ups.
Before the starting of each game during the season, the manager of each team shall provide
an accurate batting order and a listing of all uniformed players, whose names have been
registered with the Commission, to the opposing manager, the scorekeeper and to the Umpire
in chief of said game. In addition, the manager must inform the opposing manager if any
of his players will be withheld from satisfying the participation rule because of injury,
illness, or disciplinary reason.
11. Miscellaneous Rules
A. A courtesy runner will be mandatory for the catcher when there are 2 outs.
1) The player making the last out will run for the catcher.
2) This rule does not have to be followed during the 7th inning or beyond.
B. Managers must try faithfully to call each and every player on his team for all
practices and games.
C. To provide sufficient playing time for all players, the following rules will be
enforced:
1. A continuous batting order will be used. That is, all players attending a
game will be in the batting rotation for the entire game.
2. A player at a games must play a minimum of 9 outs in the field.
3. If for some reason, (example: time limit, darkness) a position player does not
play 3 innings in field, that player will play a minimum of the first 3 innings
of the team’s next scheduled game In the field..
4. If an offensive player is unable to remain in the game(ex. injury), then the
last out will replace that player. The player is removed from the line-up and
can no longer play in the game. In addition, when that player location comes to
bat, it will NOT be an automatic out.
D. If a player is warming up a pitcher on the playing field, he must wear protective
head gear and a protective cup. If a player is coaching a base, he must wear a
batting helmet.
E. A player who is a member of a high school baseball team, shall not be allowed to
play or practice with his Western Kiwanis League Team until completion of his
high school team's schedule. This includes the time during which he is trying out
for the high school team.
F. A $125 fee is required from each player.
G. Any player, coach, or manager throwing equipment or using foul language will be
ejected from the game and suspended from the next scheduled game.
The 2nd offense - 3 game suspension, 3rd offense one year suspension. In addition,
any player, coach, or manager ejected from a game for any reason will be suspended
from the next scheduled game pending a review by the commission. And the person
ejected must leave the ballpark.
H. No Metal Spikes will be permitted.
I. Players shall not intentionally collide with nor attempt to hurdle any other player.
In the case of a runners intentionally colliding with or attempting to hurdle a
fielder, the runner will be called out and may, at the umpires discretion be
ejected from the game. A runner leaving the ground head or feet first in an attempt
to take out a defensive player will be ejected from the game followed by player
disciplinary action. The decision may be subject to league review. All base runners
must slide, or stop and give themselves up, run around a defensive player(however
runners may not avoid a tag by running more then 3 feet out of the baseline) if the
defensive has possession of the ball. NOTE: A player may have incidental contact
without being called and ejected from the game by the umpire. The determination of
intentional and incidental contact is at the sole discretion of the umpire and is
not subject to appeal.
If a defensive player is not in possession of the ball, he cannot block the base or
be in the base path so as to impede or obstruct the base runner right to that base.
Under such circumstances, the umpire will call obstruction. This would allow the
runner/batter to be called safe and to be allowed base advancement upon the umpire
discretion. Also, under these circumstances, runner/batter will follow the rules
outline in paragraph above. In addition, if the obstruction is flagrant, the
defensive may be ejected from the game.
J. Hidden Ball Trick not allowed.
Penalty: 1st offense in a game, the play is nullified. 2nd offense in the same
game - Forfeiture of game.
K. Time Outs/Conferences:
The Offensive Team will be allowed 2 Coach/Player/Runner Time Outs per game.
L. Players must wear an Official Kiwanis baseball cap and shirts must be tucked in.
Any player not in a complete uniform must be removed from the game.
M. If a team is playing a game with less than 9 players, when the vacant batting position comes
it will NOT be an automatic out.
N. Bat Restrictions.
1) In the Prep League, we have the following restrictions:
* No longer than 34 inches;
* No specific weight/length ratio limit;
* Wood, metal or composite is allowed;
* Non- wood and multi-piece wood bats must be either BBCOR or USABat certified;
* Barrel diameter for any bat may be no longer than 2 5/8";
* A complete list of approved bats can be found at www.USABAT.com
2) In the Junior and Senior Leagues, the HS Federation rule is used.
O. Jewelry shall not be worn except for religious or medical medals. A religious or medical
must be taped and worn under the uniform. A medical alert medal must be taped and may
be visible.
Jewelry Rule:
a) 1st offense, player removes or covers item, player and manager warned;
b) 2nd offense, manager restricted to the bench;
c) 2nd offense for the same player, he/she ejected.
Play-off Rules.
1) Seeding for play-offs based on the following criteria:
(1) Better record;
(2) Head-to-head record;
(3) Least runs allowed;
(4) Coin flip.
2) Substitution/Participation Rule - Same as league play.
3) In the event of extra innings, the game will be played without
putting the out on 2nd base. The game will continue until a winner
is determined.
4) Time Limit:
a) PREP LEAGUE - The championship will have a 2 hour time limit;
b) JUNIOR + SENIOR LEAGUE - The championship game will be 7 innings.
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DIFFERENCES BETWEEN HIGH SCHOOL FEDERATION RULES AND MAJOR LEAGUE RULES
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Our rules begin with High School Federation Rules. If you wish to order your own copy of
the HS rule book, their website is www.nfhs.org
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Rule 1-3-4 Non-wood bat. In diameter at its thickest part 2 5/8 or less. In weight,
a bat shall not weigh more than 3 oz less than the length of the bat in inches
(e.g. a 33-inch-long bat cannot be less than 30 oz). This is now as the (-3)
rule. Kiwanis rule in the Prep League(13 yr. olds) bat restrictions are above.
In all other Kiwanis leagues, we will use the HS rule known as the (-3 rule).
In addition, starting the bat must have BBCOR certification mark. BBCOR means
BATTED BALL COEFFICIENT OF RESTITUTION.
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Rule 1-5-1 Any offensive player on the field of play must wear a batting helmet. The
helmet cannot be intentionally removed while a player is in live-ball territory
and the ball is live.
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Rule 1-5-12 Jewelry shall not be worn except for religious or medical medals.
A religious medal must be taped and worn under the uniform. A medical alert
medal must be taped and may be visible.
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Rule 2-4-3 Intentional Walk - An intentional base on balls may be given by the defensive
team by having its catcher or coach request the umpire to award the batter
first base. This may be done before pitching to the batter or on any ball
and strike count. The ball shall be declared dead before making the award.
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Rule 2-22-1 Obstruction is an act(intentional or unintentional, as well as physical
or verbal) by a fielder, any member of the defensive team or its team
personnel that hinders a runner or changes the pattern of play or when a catcher
or fielder hinders a batter.
When obstruction occurs, the ball becomes dead at the end of playing
action and the umpire has the authority to determine which base or
bases shall be awarded the runners according to the rule violated.
A fake tag is an act by a defensive player without the ball that simulates a tag.
A fake tag is considered obstruction.
The fielder without possession of the ball denies access to the base the
runner is attempting to achieve. This is also considered obstruction.
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5-1-1k Balk - When a balk is called the play is dead.
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Courtesy Runners - HS rules allow for courtesy runners in many situations. We
continue to require a courtesy runner for the catcher and only
when there are two outs. This rule will be mandatory.
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Time Limit - We will continue a one hour and 45 minute time limit for all of our
games. In addition, the commissioner has the discretion to terminate
game. This would occur in rare situations, when the time limit has been
exceeded and the outcome is not in doubt.
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Trips to the Mound - We will implement the HS rule. This states that a defensive
team is allowed 3 defensive meetings in a game without removing the
pitcher(as a pitcher). On each subsequent trip, the pitcher must be
removed as a pitcher.
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This next list of statements pertains to various aspects of Obstruction and
Interference by offensive and defensive players. This is covered in the HS rule book
but I wanted to summarize the important points.
1) The fielder without possession of the ball cannot deny access to the base the
base runner is attempting to achieve.
2) An offensive player must avoid unnecessary contact with a defensive player.
3) An offensive player must slide directly to the base.
4) If a defensive player is in the base path illegally, the offensive player must
avoid unnecessary contact, even if the offensive player has to go outside the
base line.
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Junior League
WESTERN KIWANIS BASEBALL LEAGUE
WESTERN KIWANIS 14 - 15 YEAR JUNIOR BASEBALL LEAGUE RULES
1. Teams.
A. Each team shall consist of no more than fifteen(15) players.
B. No additions or changes can be made in any team's roster without the consent of the
Commission. This includes trades between teams and dropping any player from the
roster once the player has been picked to play with the team.
2. Age.
Any boy/girl who will not attain the age of 14 before September 1 and any boy/girl who attains the
age of 13 before September 1 of any given calendar year, shall be eligible to active membership
in the League and may participate in any and all of the activities during the year.
3. Legal Games.
A. Games shall be played seven innings.No new inning will start after 1 hour 45 minutes.
The inning begins upon completion of the third out of the previous inning. The
umpires will determine that starting time of each game and designate a timepiece as
the official timepiece.
B. Tie Games - If the score is tied at the end of 7 innings or the time limit has
elapsed, an extra inning will be played. The extra inning will be
played as follows:
The player making the last out in the previous inning will start the inning as a
base runner on 2nd base. If the score is still tied after the completion of the
extra inning, the game will be considered a tie in the standings.
C. 10-Run Rule – A baseball game shall end any time after four innings, or after
three and one-half (3-1/2) innings when a team is 10 or more runs behind and has
completed its turn at bat.
D. Should a game be suspended because of weather or other circumstances and if the
game is made up, it will be made up from the point at which it was postponed.
4. Umpires and Coaches.
A. There shall be two approved umpire at each game. The home plate umpire is
the umpire-in-chief.
B. Umpire in chief shall be behind the home plate, whenever possible. He shall have
the power to overrule on all decisions.
C. Coaches as well as managers shall be assigned by the Commission.
D. No game will be postponed because of an absence of assigned umpires. If the umpires
do not show up for a game, the managers of each team will take appropriate steps
to see that an official game is played.
5. Scorekeepers.
The manager of the home team shall supply a competent scorekeeper. Runs and innings are
the only records required. The umpires will record the innings pitched by each pitcher.
6. Forfeiture and Protest.
A. No team shall be permitted to begin a ball game with less than seven (7) players in
complete uniform. Teams will not be permitted to continue a game with less than seven
players. If a team has less than 9 players, when the empty position in the batting
order is scheduled to bat, he will not be an automatic out.
B. Protesting an error in a rule interpretation will be allowed. The protest must be
done in accordance with baseball rules. Notification must be made to a commissioner
in writing within 48 hours. If the protest is upheld the game will be replayed from
that point, only if it affects the final standings. Protest decisions will be
governed by normal baseball rules and the commissioners decision is final.
C. In the case of a team violating the playing rules, appropriate action will be taken
by the commission. This action could consist of(but not limited to) replaying the
game, playing the game from the time of the infraction, or forfeiture of the game.
7. Playing Rules.
The High School Federation Rules shall be the rules of the League. Prep League Rules
supersede High School Federation Rules.
8. Schedule
A. The schedule of games shall be approved by the Commission.
B. Games shall be scheduled to give teams sufficient rest between scheduled games.
C. The team name appearing first on the schedule is the visiting team. The visiting
team will:
1) Use the first base side dugout;
2) Bat in the top of each inning;
3) No infield/outfield warm-up is permitted on playing infields;
4) Have the use of batting cages from 4:15 - 4:40 at games scheduled
at 5:15;
5) Have the use of batting cages from 6:15 - 6:40 at games scheduled
at 7:15;
The team name appearing second on the schedule is the home team. The home team will:
1) Use the third base side dugout;
2) Bat in the bottom of each inning;
3) No infield/outfield warm-up is permitted on playing infields;
4) Have the use of batting cages from 4:45 - 5:10 at games scheduled
at 5:15;
5) Have the use of batting cages from 6:45 - 7:10 at games scheduled
at 7:15.
D. Rain outs. If a game is rained out, it will be rescheduled when there is an
available field. Sufficient notification will be given to each team.
9. Pitchers.
A. No pitcher will be allowed to pitch more than 7 innings in any calendar week.
(A calendar week is Monday through Sunday). One pitch constitutes an inning of
pitching.
B. A pitcher must have two (2) calendar days rest between pitching assignments in
which a pitcher pitches four (4) or more innings in any one game.
C. A pitcher must have two(2) calendar days rest after accumulating 7 inning during
one calendar week.
D. If a pitcher is replaced as a pitcher, he may not pitch again in that same game;
E. Pitchers will be allowed 7 warm-up pitches at the start of the game;
F. Between innings, the pitcher will be allowed 5 warm-up pitchest or until the
catcher is ready;
G. Pitchers will be allowed 7 warm-up pitches if entering the game as a relief
pitcher;
10. Line Ups.
Before the starting of each game during the season, the manager of each team shall
provide an accurate batting order and a listing of all uniformed players, whose
names have been registered with the Commission, to the opposing manager, the scorekeeper
and to the Umpire in chief of said game. In addition, the manager must inform the
opposing manager if any of his players will be withheld from satisfying the participation
rule because of injury, illness, or disciplinary reason.
11. Miscellaneous Rules
A. A courtesy runner will be mandatory for the catcher when there are 2 outs.
1) The player making the last out will run for the catcher.
2) This rule does not have to be followed during the 7th inning or beyond.
B. To provide sufficient playing time for all players, the following rules will be
enforced:
1. A continuous batting order will be used. That is, all players attending a
game will be in the batting rotation for the entire game.
2. A player at a games must play a minimum of 9 outs in the field.
3. If for some reason, (example: time limit, darkness) a position player does not
play 3 innings in field, that player will play a minimum of the first 3 innings
of the team’s next scheduled game In the field..
4. If an offensive player is unable to remain in the game(ex. injury), then the
last out will replace that player. The player is removed from the line-up and
can no longer play in the game. In addition, when that player location comes to
bat, it will NOT be an automatic out.
C. Managers must try faithfully to call each and every player on his team for all practices
and games.
D. If a player is warming up a pitcher on the playing field, he must wear protective
head gear and a protective cup. If a player is coaching a base, he must wear a
batting helmet.
E. A player who is a member of a high school baseball team, shall not be allowed to
play or practice with his Western Kiwanis League Team until completion of his
high school team's schedule. This includes the time during which he is trying out
for the high school team.
F. A $125 fee is required from each player.
G. Any player, coach, or manager throwing equipment or using foul language will be
ejected from the game and suspended from the next scheduled game.
The 2nd offense - 3 game suspension, 3rd offense one year suspension. In addition,
any player, coach, or manager ejected from a game for any reason will be suspended
from the next scheduled game pending a review by the commission. And the person
ejected must leave the ballpark.
H. Metal Spikes will be permitted.
I. Players shall not intentionally collide with nor attempt to hurdle any other player.
In the case of a runners intentionally colliding with or attempting to hurdle a
fielder, the runner will be called out and may, at the umpires discretion be
ejected from the game. A runner leaving the ground head or feet first in an attempt
to take out a defensive player will be ejected from the game followed by player
disciplinary action. The decision may be subject to league review. All base runners
must slide, or stop and give themselves up, run around a defensive player(however
runners may not avoid a tag by running more then 3 feet out of the baseline) if the
defensive has possession of the ball. NOTE: A player may have incidental contact
without being called and ejected from the game by the umpire. The determination of
intentional and incidental contact is at the sole discretion of the umpire and is
not subject to appeal.
If a defensive player is not in possession of the ball, he cannot block the base or
be in the base path so as to impede or obstruct the base runner right to that base.
Under such circumstances, the umpire will call obstruction. This would allow the
runner/batter to be called safe and to be allowed base advancement upon the umpire
discretion. Also, under these circumstances, runner/batter will follow the rules
outline in paragraph above. In addition, if the obstruction is flagrant, the
defensive may be ejected from the game.
J. Hidden Ball Trick not allowed.
Penalty: 1st offense in a game, the play is nullified. 2nd offense in the same
game - Forfeiture of game.
K. Time Outs/Conferences:
The Offensive Team will be allowed 2 Coach/Player/Runner Time Outs per game.
L. Players must wear an Official Kiwanis baseball cap and shirts must be tucked in.
Any player not in a complete uniform must be removed from the game.
M. If a team is playing a game with less than 9 players, when the vacant batting position comes
it will NOT be an automatic out.
N. Bat Restrictions.
1) In the Prep League, we have the following restrictions:
* No longer than 34 inches;
* No specific weight/length ratio limit;
* Wood, metal or composite is allowed;
* Non- wood and multi-piece wood bats must be either BBCOR or USABat certified;
* Barrel diameter for any bat may be no longer than 2 5/8";
* A complete list of approved bats can be found at USABAT.com
2) In the Junior and Senior Leagues, the HS Federation rule is used.
O. Jewelry shall not be worn except for religious or medical medals. A religious or medical
must be taped and worn under the uniform. A medical alert medal must be taped and may
be visible.
Jewelry Rule:
a) 1st offense, player removes or covers item, player and manager warned;
b) 2nd offense, manager restricted to the bench;
c) 2nd offense for the same player, he/she ejected.
Play-off Rules.
1) Seeding for play-offs based on the following criteria:
a) Prep League - Each team will be seeded randomly. The teams's record will
not determine seeding.
b) Junior League and Senior League, seeding for play-offs based on the following
criteria:
(1) Better record;
(2) Head-to-head record;
(3) Least runs allowed;
(4) Coin flip.
2) Substitution/Participation Rule - Same as league play.
3) In the event of extra innings, the game will be played without
putting the out on 2nd base. The game will continue until a winner
is determined.
4) Time Limit:
a). PREP LEAGUE - The championship will have a 2 hour time limit;
b) JUNIOR + SENIOR LEAGUE - The championship game will be 7 innings.
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DIFFERENCES BETWEEN HIGH SCHOOL FEDERATION RULES AND MAJOR LEAGUE RULES
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Our rules begin with High School Federation Rules. If you wish to order your own copy of the HS
rule book, their website is www.nfhs.org
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Rule 1-3-4 Non-wood bat. In diameter at its thickest part 2 5/8 or less. In weight, a bat shall not weigh
more than 3 oz less than the length of the bat in inches (e.g. a 33-inch-long bat cannot be
less than 30 oz). This is now as the (-3) rule. Kiwanis Prep League bat restrictions are above.
In all other Kiwanis leagues, we will use the HS rule known as the (-3 rule). In addition, starting
the bat must have BBCOR certification mark. BBCOR means BATTED BALL COEFFICIENT OF RESTITUTION.
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Rule 1-5-1 Any offensive player on the field of play must wear a batting helmet. The helmet cannot be
intentionally removed while a player is in live-ball territory and the ball is live.
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Rule 1-5-12 Jewelry shall not be worn except for religious or medical medals. A religious medal must be
taped and worn under the uniform. A medical alert medal must be taped and may be visible.
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Rule 2-4-3 Intentional Walk - An intentional base on balls may be given by the defensive team by having its catcher or coach request the umpire to award the batter first base. This may be done before
pitching to the batter or on any ball and strike count. The ball shall be declared dead
before making the award.
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Rule 2-22-1 Obstruction is an act(intentional or unintentional, as well as physical or verbal) by a fielder, any member of the defensive team or its team personnel that hinders a runner or changes the
pattern of play or when a catcher or fielder hinders a batter. When obstruction occurs,
the ball becomes dead at the end of playing action and the umpire has the authority to determine
which base or bases shall be awarded the runners according to the rule violated. A fake tag
is an act by a defensive player without the ball that simulates a tag. A fake tag is considered
obstruction. The fielder without possession of the ball denies access to the base the runner
is attempting to achieve. This is also considered obstruction.
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5-1-1k Balk - When a balk is called the play is dead.
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Courtesy Runners - HS rules allow for courtesy runners in many situations. We continue to require a courtesy runner for the catcher and only when there are two outs. This rule will be mandatory.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Time Limit - We will continue a one hour and 45 minute time limit for all regular games.
In addition, the commissioner has the discretion to terminate game. This would occur
in rare situations, when the time limit has been exceeded and the outcome is not in doubt.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Trips to the Mound - We will implement the HS rule. This states that a defensive team is allowed 3 defensive
meetings in a game without removing the pitcher(as a pitcher). On each subsequent trip,
the pitcher must be removed as a pitcher.
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This next list of statements pertains to various aspects of Obstruction and Interference by offensive and
defensive players. This is covered in the HS rule book but I wanted to summarize the important points.
1) The fielder without possession of the ball cannot deny access to the base the base runner is
attempting to achieve.
2) An offensive player must avoid unnecessary contact with a defensive player.
3) An offensive player must slide directly to the base.
4) If a defensive player is in the base path illegally, the offensive player must avoid unnecessary
contact even if the offensive player has to go outside the base line.
Senior League
WESTERN KIWANIS SENIOR BASEBALL LEAGUE RULES
1. Teams.
A. Each team shall consist of more than fifteen (15) players.
B. No additions or changes can be made in any team's roster without the consent of the
Commission. This includes trades between teams and dropping any player from the
roster once the player has been picked to play with the team.
2. Age.
Any player who will not attain the age of 19 before September 1 and any boy who attains the age
of 16 before September 1 of any given calendar year, shall be eligible to active membership in
the League and may participate in any and all of the activities during the year.
3. Legal Games.
A. Games shall be played seven innings. No new inning will start after 1 hour 45 minutes.
The inning begins upon completion of the third out of the previous inning. The
umpires will determine that starting time of each game and designate a timepiece
as the official timepiece.
B. Tie Games - If the score is tied at the end of 7 innings or the time limit
has elapsed, an extra inning will be played as follows:
The player making the last out in the previous inning will start the inning
as a base runner on 2nd base. If the score is still tied after the
completion of the 8th inning, the game will be considered a tie in the
standings.
C. 10-Run Rule – A baseball game shall end any time after four innings, or after
three and one-half (3-1/2) innings when a team is 10 or more runs behind and
has completed its turn at bat.
D. Should a game be suspended because of weather or other circumstances and if the game is
made up, it will be made up from the point at which it was postponed.
4. Umpires and Coaches.
A. There shall be two approved umpires at each game.
B. Umpire in chief shall be behind the home plate, whenever possible. He shall have the
power to overrule on all decisions.
C. Coaches as well as managers shall be assigned by the Commission.
D. No game will be postponed because of an absence of assigned umpires. If the umpires
do not show up for a game, the managers of each team will take the appropriate steps
to see that an official game is played.
5. Scorekeepers.
The manager of the home team shall supply a competent scorekeeper. Runs and innings are
the only records required.
6. Forfeiture and Protest.
A. No team shall be permitted to begin a ball game with less than seven (7) players in
complete uniform. Teams will not be permitted to continue a game with less than six
players. If a team has less than 9 players, when the empty position in the batting
order is scheduled to bat, he will not be an automatic out.
B. Protesting an error in a rule interpretation will be allowed. The protest must be done
in accordance with baseball rules. Written notification must be made to a
commissioner within 48 hours. If the protest is upheld, the game will be replayed
from that point, only if affects the final standings. Protest decisions will be
governed by normal baseball rules and the commissioners decision is final.
C. In the case of a team violating the playing rules, appropriate action will be taken by
the commission. This action could consist of(but not limited to) replaying the game,
playing the game from the time of the infraction, or forfeiture of the game.
7. Playing Rules.
The High School Federation Playing Rules shall be the rules of the League. Senior League
Rules supercede High School Federation Rules.
8. Schedule
A. The schedule of games shall be approved by the Commission.
B. Games shall be scheduled to give teams sufficient rest between scheduled games.
C. The team name appearing first on the schedule is the visiting team. The visiting team
will:
1) Use the first base side dugout;
2) Bat in the top of each inning;
3) No infield/outfield warm-up is permitted on the playing infields;
4) Have the use of the getting cages from 4:15 - 4:40 at games scheduled
to start at 5:15;
5) Have the use of the getting cages from 6:15 - 6:40 at games scheduled
to start at 7:15;
The team name appearing second on the schedule is the home team. The home team will:
1) Use the third base side dugout;
2) Bat in the bottom of each inning;
3) No infield/outfield warm-up is permitted on the playing infields;
4) Have the use of the getting cages from 4:45 - 5:10 at games scheduled
to start at 5:15;
5) Have the use of the getting cages from 6:45 - 7:10 at games scheduled
to start at 7:15;
D. Rain outs. If a game is rained out, it will be rescheduled when there is an available
field. Sufficient notification will be given to each team.
9. Pitchers.
There is no restriction on the number of innings a pitcher may pitch in the Senior League.
We rely on the discretion of the manager and player. If a pitcher is replaced as a pitcher
he may not pitch in the same game.
10. Lineups
Before the starting of each game during the season, the manager of each team shall provide
an accurate batting order and a listing of all uniformed players, whose names have been
registered with the Commission, to the opposing manager. This list of players shall
include the first name, last name and uniform number of each player. In addition, the
manager must inform the opposing manager if any of his players will be withheld from
satisfying the participation rule because of injury, illness, or disciplinary reason.
11. Miscellaneous Rules
A. A courtesy runner will be mandatory for the catcher when there are 2 outs.
1) The player making the last out will run for the catcher.
2) This rule does not have to be followed during the 7th inning or
beyond.
B. To provide sufficient playing time for all players, the following rules will be
enforced:
1) A continuous batting order will be used. That is, all players attending a game will
be in the batting rotation for the entire game.
2) A player at a games must play a minimum of 6 outs in the field.
3) If for some reason, (example: time limit, darkness) a position player does not
play 2 innings in field, that player will play a minimum of the first 2 innings of
the team’s next scheduled game in the field.
4. If an offensive player is unable to remain in the game(ex. injury), then the last out
will replace that player. The player is removed from the line-up and can no longer
play in the game. In addition, when that player’s location comes to bat, it will NOT
be an automatic out.
C. Managers must try faithfully to contact each and every player on his team for all practices
and games.
D. If a player is warming up a pitcher on the playing field, he must wear protective head
gear and a protective cup. If a player is coaching a base, he must wear a batting
helmet.
E. A player who is a member of a high school baseball team, shall not be allowed to play
or practice with his Western Kiwanis League Team until completion of his high school
team's schedule. This includes the time during which he is trying out for the
high school team.
F. A $125 fee is required from each player.
G. Any player, throwing equipment or using foul language will be ejected from the game and
suspended from the next scheduled game. The 2nd offense - 3 game suspension,
3rd offense - one year suspension. In addition, any player, coach, or manager ejected
from a game for any reason will be suspended from the next scheduled game pending a
review by the commission. Any person ejected from a game must leave the ball park.
H. Metal spikes will be permitted.
I. Players shall not intentionally collide with nor attempt to hurdle any other player.
In the case of a runners intentionally colliding with or attempting to hurdle a
fielder, the runner will be called out and may, at the umpires discretion be
ejected from the game. A runner leaving the ground head or feet first in an attempt
to take out a defensive player will be ejected from the game followed by player
disciplinary action. The decision may be subject to league review. All base runners
must slide, or stop and give themselves up, run around a defensive player(however
runners may not avoid a tag by running more then 3 feet out of the baseline) if the
defensive has possession of the ball. NOTE: A player may have incidental contact
without being called and ejected from the game by the umpire. The determination of
intentional and incidental contact is at the sole discretion of the umpire and is
not subject to appeal.
If a defensive player is not in possession of the ball, he cannot block the base or
be in the base path so as to impede or obstruct the base runner right to that base.
Under such circumstances, the umpire will call obstruction. This would allow the
runner/batter to be called safe and to be allowed base advancement upon the umpire
discretion. Also, under these circumstances, runner/batter will follow the rules
outline in paragraph above. In addition, if the obstruction is flagrant, the
defensive may be ejected from the game.
J. Hidden Ball Trick not allowed.
Penalty: 1st offense in a game, the play is nullified. 2nd offense in the same
game - Forfeiture of game.
K. Time Outs/Conferences:
The Offensive Team will be allowed 2 Coach/Player/Runner Time Outs per game.
L. Players must wear an Official Kiwanis baseball cap and shirts must be tucked in.
Any player not in a complete uniform must be removed from the game.
M. If a team is playing a game with less than 9 players, when the vacant batting position comes
it will NOT be an automatic out.
N. Bat Restrictions.
1) In the Prep League, we have the following restrictions:
* No longer than 34 inches;
* No specific weight/length ratio limit;
* Wood, metal or composite is allowed;
* Non- wood and multi-piece wood bats must be either BBCOR or USABat certified;
* Barrel diameter for any bat may be no longer than 2 5/8";
* A complete list of approved bats can be found at USABAT.com
2) In the Junior and Senior Leagues, the HS Federation rule is used.
O. Jewelry shall not be worn except for religious or medical medals. A religious or medical
must be taped and worn under the uniform. A medical alert medal must be taped and may
be visible.
Jewelry Rule:
a) 1st offense, player removes or covers item, player and manager warned;
b) 2nd offense, manager restricted to the bench;
c) 2nd offense for the same player, he/she ejected.
Play-off Rules.
1) Seeding for play-offs based on the following criteria:
a) Prep League - Each team will be seeded randomly. The teams's record will
not determine seeding.
b) Junior League and Senior League, seeding for play-offs based on the following
criteria:
(1) Better record;
(2) Head-to-head record;
(3) Least runs allowed;
(4) Coin flip.
2) Substitution/Participation Rule - Same as league play.
3) In the event of extra innings, the game will be played without
putting the out on 2nd base. The game will continue until a winner
is determined.
4) Time Limit:
a) PREP LEAGUE - The championship will have a 2 hour time limit;
b) JUNIOR + SENIOR LEAGUE - The championship game will be 7 innings.
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DIFFERENCES BETWEEN HIGH SCHOOL FEDERATION RULES AND MAJOR LEAGUE RULES
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Our rules begin with High School Federation Rules. If you wish to order your own copy of the HS rule book,
their website is www.nfhs.org
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Rule 1-3-4 Non-wood bat. In diameter at its thickest part 2 5/8 or less. In weight, a bat shall not weigh
more than 3 oz less than the length of the bat in inches (e.g. a 33-inch-long bat cannot be less
than 30 oz). This is now as the (-3) rule. Kiwanis Prep League bat restrictions are above.
In all other Kiwanis leagues, we will use the HS rule known as the (-3 rule). In addition,
starting the bat must have BBCOR certification mark.BBCOR means BATTED BALL COEFFICIENT
OF RESTITUTION.
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Rule 1-5-1 Any offensive player on the field of play must wear a batting helmet. The helmet cannot be
intentionally removed while a player is in live-ball territory and the ball is live.
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Rule 1-5-12 Jewelry shall not be worn except for religious or medical medals. A religious medal must
be taped and worn under the uniform. A medical alert medal must be taped and may be visible.
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Rule 2-4-3 Intentional Walk - An intentional base on balls may be given by the defensive team by having its catcher or coach request the umpire to award the batter first base. This may be done before
pitching to the batter or on any ball and strike count. The ball shall be declared dead
before making the award.
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Rule 2-22-1 Obstruction is an act(intentional or unintentional, as well as physical or verbal) by a fielder,
any member of the defensive team or its team personnel that hinders a runner or changes the
pattern of play or when a catcher or fielder hinders a batter. When obstruction occurs, the ball
becomes dead at the end of playing action and the umpire has the authority to determine which base
or bases shall be awarded the runners according to the rule violated. A fake tag is an act by
a defensive player without the ball that simulates a tag. A fake tag is considered obstruction.
The fielder without possession of the ball denies access to the base the runner is attempting
to achieve. This is also considered obstruction.
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5-1-1k Balk - When a balk is called the play is dead.
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Courtesy Runners - HS rules allow for courtesy runners in many situations. We continue to require a courtesy runner for the catcher and only when there are two outs. This rule will be mandatory.
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Time Limit - We will continue a one hour and 45 minute time limit for all regular games. In addition, the
commissioner has the discretion to terminate game. This would occur in rare situations, when
the time limit has been exceeded and the outcome is not in doubt.
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Trips to the Mound - We will implement the HS rule. This states that a defensive team is allowed 3 defensive meetings in a game without removing the pitcher(as a pitcher). On each subsequent trip,
the pitcher must be removed as a pitcher.
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This next list of statements pertains to various aspects of Obstruction and Interference by offensive and
defensive players. This is covered in the HS rule book but I wanted to summarize the important points.
1) The fielder without possession of the ball cannot deny access to the base the base runner is
attempting to achieve.
2) An offensive player must avoid unnecessary contact with a defensive player.
3) An offensive player must slide directly to the base.
4) If a defensive player is in the base path illegally, the offensive player must avoid unnecessary contact even
if the offensive player has to go outside the base line.
Fall League
WESTERN KIWANIS BABE RUTH BASEBALL LEAGUE
Fall League Rules
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1. Teams.
A. Each team shall consist of no less than ten(10) uniformed players nor more than
fifteen(15) players.
B. No additions or changes can be made in any team's roster without the consent of the
Commission. This includes trades between teams and dropping any player from the roster
once the player has been picked to play with the team.
2. Age.
Any boy/girl who will not attain the age of 18 before September 1 and any boy/
girl who attains the age of 12 before September 1 of any given calendar year, shall be
eligible to active membership in the League and may participate in any and all
of the activities during the year.
3. Legal Games.
A. Games shall be played seven innings. No new inning will start after 1 hour 45 minutes.
The inning begins upon completion of the last out of the previous inning. The umpires
will determine that starting time of each game and designate a timepiece as the official
timepiece.
B. 10-Run Rule - A game will end once becoming regulation, if one team is ahead by 10 or more
runs and has had equal time at bat or the 'home' team is leading.
C. Should a game be suspended because of weather(if the games is made up) it will be made up
from the point at which it was postponed.
4. Umpires and Coaches.
A. There shall be two approved umpire at each game.
B. Umpire in chief shall be behind the home plate, whenever possible. He shall
have the power to overrule on all decisions.
C. Coaches as well as managers shall be assigned by the Commission.
D. No game will be postponed because of an absence of assigned umpires. If the umpires
do not show up for a game, the managers of each team will take appropriate steps to
see that an official game is played.
5. Scorekeepers.
The manager of the home team shall supply a competent scorekeeper. Runs and innings are
the only records required.
The umpires will record the innings pitched by each pitcher.
6. Forfeiture and Protest.
A. No team shall be permitted to begin a ball game with less than seven (7) players in
complete uniform. Teams will not be permitted to continue a game with less than seven
players. If a team is playing a game with less than 9 players, when the vacant batting
position(s) comes to the plate, it will not be considered as an out.
B. Protesting an error in a rule interpretation will be allowed. The protest must be done in
accordance with baseball rules. Notification must be made to a commissioner, in writing
within 48 hours. If the protest is upheld the game will be replayed from that point, only
if it affects the final standings. Protest decisions will be governed by normal baseball
rules and the commissioner’s decision is final.
C. In the case of a team violating the playing rules, appropriate action will be taken by
the commission. This action could consist of(but not limited to) replaying the game,
playing the game from the time of the infraction, or forfeiture of the game.
7. Playing Rules.
The High School Federation Rules shall be the rules of the League. Fall League Rules
supersede High School Federation Rules.
8. Schedule
A. The schedule of games shall be approved by the Commission.
B. Games shall be scheduled to give teams sufficient rest between scheduled games.
C. The team name appearing first on the schedule is the visiting team. The visiting team will:
1) Use the first base side dugout;
2) Bat in the top of each inning;
3) No infield/outfield warm-up is permitted on the playing infields;
4) Have the use of the batting cages from 4:15 - 4:40 at games
scheduled at 5:15;
5) Have the use of the batting cages from 6:15 - 6:40 at games
scheduled at 7:15.
The team name appearing second on the schedule is the home team.
The home team will:
1) Use the third base side dugout;
2) Bat in the bottom of each inning;
3) No infield/outfield warm-up is permitted on the playing infield;
4) Have the use of the batting cages from 4:45 - 5:10 at games
scheduled to start at 5:15;
5) Have the use of the batting cages from 6:45 - 7:10 at games
scheduled to start at 7:15.
D. Rain outs. If a game is postponed or suspended, it will be rescheduled as soon as
possible. Sufficient notification will be given to each team.
9. Pitchers.
A. No pitcher will be allowed to pitch more than 6 innings in any calendar week.
(A calendar week is Monday through Sunday). Also, pitchers are limited to a maximum
of 3 innings per game.
B. A pitcher will be allowed an extra 2 innings of pitching during a week in which his
team plays 3 games. The following conditions apply:
1. The pitcher is allowed the extra 2 innings during the 3rd game of that week;
2. The pitcher may not pitch more 3 innings in any game.
C. If a pitcher is replaced as a pitcher, he may not pitch again in that same game;
D. The balk rule will not be enforced by the umpires in the PREP League. Time will be
called and the umpires will inform the pitcher of the balk and instruct the pitcher
on the correct procedure.
E. Pitchers will be allowed 7 warm-up pitches at the start of the game;
Pitchers will be allowed 5 warm-up pitches before each inning;
Pitchers will be allowed 7 warm-up pitches if entering the game as a relief pitcher.
10. Line Ups.
Before the starting of each game during the season, the manager of each team shall provide an
accurate batting order and a listing of all uniformed players, whose names have been registered
with the Commission, to the opposing manager. This list of players shall include the first name,
last name, and inform number of each player. In addition, the manager must inform the opposing
manager if any of his players will be withheld from satisfying the participation rule because
of injury, illness, or disciplinary reason.
11. Miscellaneous Rules.
A. A courtesy runner will be mandatory for the catcher when there are 2 outs. The player
who has made the last out will be used. This rule does not apply during the 7th inning
and beyond.
THERE WILL BE NO COURTESY RUNNERS ALLOWED FOR ANY OTHER REASON.
B. To provide sufficient playing time for all players, the following rules will be enforced:
1. A continuous batting order will be used. That is, all players attending a game will
be in the batting rotation for the entire game.
2. A player must play a minimum of 6 outs in the field.
3. If an offensive player is unable to remain in the game(ex. injury), the last out will
replace that player. The player is removed from the line-up and can no longer play
in the game. In addition, when that player's location comes to bat, it will NOT
be an automatic out.
C. A $110 fee is required from each player.
D. If a player is warming up a pitcher on the playing field, he must wear protective head gear
and a protective cup. If a player is coaching a base, he must wear a batting helmet.
E. A player who is a member of a high school baseball team, shall not be allowed to play or
practice with his Western Kiwanis League Team until completion of his high school team's
schedule. This includes the time during which he is trying out for the high school team.
F. No metal spikes in the Prep League. Metal spikes will be permitted in the Junior and
Senior Leagues.
G. Any player, coach, or manager throwing equipment or using foul language will be ejected
from the game and suspended from the next scheduled game. The 2nd offense - 3 game suspension,
3rd offense one year suspension. In addition, any player, coach, or manager ejected from a
game for any reason will be suspended from the next scheduled game pending a review by the
commission. And the person ejected must leave the ballpark.
H. Hidden Ball Trick not allowed.
Penalty: 1st offense in a game, the play is nullified; 2nd offense in the same game - Forfeiture of game.
I. Players shall not intentionally collide with nor attempt to hurdle any other player.
In the case of a runners intentionally colliding with or attempting to hurdle a fielder,
the runner will be called out and may, at the umpires discretion be ejected from the game.
A runner leaving the ground head or feet first in an attempt to take out a defensive player
will be ejected from the game followed by player disciplinary action. The decision may be
subject to league review. All base runners must slide, or stop and give themselves up, run
around a defensive player(however runners may not avoid a tag by running more then 3 feet out
of the baseline) if the defensive has possession of the ball. NOTE: A player may have incidental
contact without being called and ejected from the game by the umpire. The determination of
intentional and incidental contact is at the sole discretion of the umpire and is not subject
to appeal. If a defensive player is not in possession of the ball, he cannot block the base or
be in the base path so as to impede or obstruct the base runner right to that base. Under such
circumstances, the umpire will call obstruction. This would allow the runner/batter to be called
safe and to be allowed base advancement upon the umpire discretion. Also, under these
circumstances, runner/batter will follow the rules outline in paragraph above. In addition,
if the obstruction is flagrant, the defensive may be ejected from the game.
J. If a team is playing a game with less that 9 players, when the vacant batting position comes
to bat, it will not be an automatic out.
K. Time Outs/Conferences: The Offensive Team will be allowed
2 Coach/Player/Runner Time Outs per game.
L. Players must wear an Official Kiwanis baseball cap and shirts must be tucked in.
Any player not in a complete uniform must be removed from the game.
M. Bat Restrictions.
1) In the Prep League, we have the following restrictions:
* No longer than 34 inches;
* No specific weight/length ratio limit;
* Wood, metal or composite is allowed;
* Non- wood and multi-piece wood bats must be either BBCOR or USABat certified;
* Barrel diameter for any bat may be no longer than 2 5/8";
* A complete list of approved bats can be found at USABAT.com
2) In the Junior and Senior Leagues, the HS Federation rile is used.
3) A thirteen year old player, playing in the Junior League will be allowed to use a (-5) bat.
N. Jewelry shall not be worn except for religious or medical medals. A religious or medical
must be taped and worn under the uniform. A medical alert medal must be taped and may
be visible.
Jewelry Rule:
a) 1st offense, player removes or covers item, player and manager warned;
b) 2nd offense, manager restricted to the bench;
c) 2nd offense for the same player, he/she ejected.
Ply-off Rules.
1) Seeding for play-offs based on the following criteria:
a) Prep League - Each team will be seeded randomly. The teams's record will
not determine seeding.
b) Junior League and Senior League, seeding for play-offs based on the following
criteria:
(1) Better record;
(2) Head-to-head record;
(3) Least runs allowed;
(4) Coin flip.
2) Substitution/Participation Rule - Same as league play.
3) In the event of extra innings, the game will be played without
putting the out on 2nd base. The game will continue until a winner
is determined.
4) Time Limit:
a). PREP LEAGUE - The championship will have a 2 hour time limit;
b) JUNIOR + SENIOR LEAGUE - The championship game will be 7 innings.
DIFFERENCES BETWEEN HIGH SCHOOL FEDERATION RULES AND MAJOR LEAGUE RULES
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Below is a list of the differences between major league and HS rules. If you wish
to order your own copy of the HS rule book, I have included their website. www.nfhs.org
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Rule 1-3-4 Non-wood bat. In diameter at its thickest part 2 5/8 or less. In weight, a
bat shall not weigh more than 3 oz less than the length of the bat in inches
(1.04). (e.g. a 33-inch-long bat cannot be less than 30 oz). See above for the Prep
League bat restrictions. In all other Kiwanis leagues, we will use the HS rule
known as the (-3 rule). In addition, starting the bat must have BBCOR certification mark.
BBCOR means BATTED BALL COEFFICIENT OF RESTITUTION.
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Rule 1-5-1. Any offensive player on the field of play must wear a batting helmet. The
helmet cannot be intentionally removed while a player is in live-ball territory
and the ball is live.
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Rule 1-5-12 Jewelry shall not be worn except for religious or medical medals. A
religious medal must be taped and worn under the uniform. A medical alert
medal must be taped and may be visible.
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Rule 2-4-3 Intentional Walk - An intentional base on balls may be given by the defensive team
by having its catcher or coach request the umpire to award the batter first base.
This may be done before pitching to the batter or on any ball and strike count.
The ball shall be declared dead before making the award.
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Rule 2-22-1 Obstruction is an act(intentional or unintentional, as well as physical or
verbal) by a fielder, any member of the defensive team or its team personnel
(2.00, 7.06) that hinders a runner or changes the pattern of play or when a catcher or
fielder hinders a batter. When obstruction occurs, the ball becomes dead
at the end of playing action and the umpire has the authority to determine
which base or bases shall be awarded the runners according to the rule violated.
A fake tag is an act by a defensive player without the ball that simulates a tag.
A fake tag is considered obstruction.
The fielder without possession of the ball denies access to the base the runner
is attempting to achieve. This is also considered obstruction.
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5-1-1k Balk - When a balk is called the play is dead.
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Courtesy Runners - HS rules allow for courtesy runners in many situations.
We continue to require a courtesy runner for the catcher and only when there
are two outs. This rule will be mandatory.
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Time Limit - We will continue a one hour and 45 minute time limit for all of
our games. In addition, the commissioner has the discretion to terminate a game.
This would occur,in rare situations, when the time limit has been exceeded and
the outcome is not in doubt.
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Trips to the Mound - We will implement the HS rule. This states that a defensive
team is allowed 3 defensive meetings in a game without removing the
pitcher(as a pitcher). On each subsequent trip, the pitcher must be removed
as a pitcher.
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This next list of statements pertains to various aspects of Obstruction and Interference
by offensive and defensive players. This is covered in the HS rule book, but I wanted to
summarize the important points.
1) The fielder without possession of the ball cannot deny access to the base
the base runner is attempting to achieve.
2) An offensive player must avoid unnecessary contact with a defensive player.
3) An offensive player must slide directly to the base.
4) If a defensive player is in the base path illegally, the offensive player must
avoid unnecessary contact, even if the offensive player has to go outside
the base line.
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Travel League
Coming soon
