CAL RIPKEN

 Minor League

 

GAME RULES

 

  1. All players will be in the batting order.  Everyone must play at least three (3) innings in the field.  Players can be replaced randomly in the field, but the batting order must stay the same.   A player should start every other game at the minimum.

2.  Games are six (6) innings in length.

  1. No ten run rule in this league, all six (6) innings will be played.
  2. A maximum of six (6) runs can be scored in a half inning, except for the team that is behind in the last inning.  Meaning:  If a team scores six (6) runs in a half inning, the inning is over.
  3. Pitchers can only pitch four (4) innings in a week (Monday – Sunday).  One (1) pitch in an inning is considered an inning.  (Play-offs: pitchers can throw six (6) innings)
  4. Base runners cannot leave the base until the ball crosses the plate.  Penalty: the result of the pitch stands and the base runner may only advance one base further than the batter (i.e. if the batter singles, the runner may only advance to 2nd base or if the batter doubles, the runner may only advance to 3rd base).
  5. On a swinging third strike and the catcher misses the ball, the batter is out.
  6. Bunting is allowed in this league.
  7. Players are not allowed to steal base and/or advance on a pass ball.
  8. Players can advance on an overthrown ball at their own risk (not an automatic base).  Throws to the pitcher are live balls base runners must tag up before they can advance to the next base. 
  9. All catchers must wear their facemask when warming up their pitchers.
  10. Male catchers must have a protective cup when catching.
  11. Players coaching in the coach’s box MUST wear a helmet.
  12. There will be no walks through team’s first four games or June 2nd.  If a pitcher throws four balls to a batter, the coach will come in to pitch up to three pitches to the batter.  After June 2nd, walks will be part of the game.  This rule is in effect to help develop pitchers and not ruin their confidence before practicing pitching more in depth.

15. A team may play a game with eight (8) players.  A team playing with eight (8) players will not be forced to take an out each time the ninth position in the line-up comes to bat.

  1. Games will be forfeited if a team has less than eight (8) players.  If a team does not have enough players, they should add players from the other team and scrimmage.

 

NOTE:

Players should be able to play multiple positions.  Rotating positions in this league is encouraged but not required.  However, not everyone can be a shortstop, pitcher, catcher, etc.  If a player wants to pitch or catch they should let the coach know.  All pitchers should have prior practice before they can pitch in a game situation.

 

Development of arm strength is our main concern and we will not abuse any of our pitchers.  Teaching proper throwing mechanics is the key to a pitcher’s success.  Please do not teach players how to throw a curve ball.  Throwing a curve ball puts a constant snapping and twisting on their tendons in the elbow area and virtually could end their baseball career.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CAL RIPKEN

 Minor League

 

General Rules

 

  1. Players should be on time to practices and games.
  2. Players should be picked up immediately after practice and games, coaches have volunteered to coach not baby sit.
  3. Players should be ready to take the field after their team has finished batting.  Players should hustle on and off the field to keep the game moving.
  4. Metal spikes are not allowed in this league.
  5. Helmets and bats will not be thrown in anger.
  6. Swearing will not be tolerated.

 

 

TEAM Selection:  Players were evaluated and drafted to make teams equal.

NO REFUNDS once the season starts.

BIRTH CERTIFICATES are required for the players, CANNOT be hospital records.

 

 

 

GAME CANCELLATIONS

 

Games may be called off due to rain, lightning, heat or wet grounds.  We will try our best to get the games in, but the safety of the players and coaches will come first.  If you have any questions please call the Parks and Recreation office at 773-8000 or the weather announcement line at 773-2402.

 

Game cancellations prior to 4:00pm will be determined by the Parks and Recreation Office.  Announcements will be on the radio and the coaches will be notified.  Coaches should call all players/parents to let them know of cancellations.  Games not cancelled by 4:00 p.m. will be decided at the field by the coaches and/or umpires.

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