Rules:
Uniform
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All players must wear matching jerseys
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Shorts or Pants may be worn
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NO CLEATS
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Hats optional
General Rules
Misc.
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Games are 6 innings or 45 minutes
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All teams must have 9 players
Pitching
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No pitch counts or inning limits
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A pitcher may not re-enter a game after he/she has been removed
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Pitch speeds may not exceed 30-35 mph (at umpire's discretion). If the umpire declares a pitch in a given at bat to be too fast, it is a no pitch. If the trend continues, the umpire has the authority to call a ball. The goal is to strike a batter out with movement and location rather that speed.
Gameplay (All baseball rules apply with the following exceptions):
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No bunting
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A player may be called out advancing the bases if he/she is hit by a thrown ball (below the head). The ball must hit the player in the air and cannot bounce and hit the player. If a player ducks and is hit in the head, it is an out at the umpire's discretion.
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Foul 3rd strike is an out.
Roster
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Everyone can bat (up to 15 players), only 9 in the field.
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The team you begin the tournament with is the only team you can play for. No team switching. If a team is short a player, they may pick up anyone not on a current team.
