This is done while also teaching situational awareness, and game strategies while continuing to have fun. The precise game length, including no new inning and hard stop times should be, 2019 District 2 and Maryland State Champions, 2016 District 2 Dave Fogel Frederick City Classic, South Germantown Field C Improvement Project - Phase One. (Summary of Regulation V), If a team knows it will be short players for a game the manager can make a request to the Player Agent for fill-in players (player pool). Minors may also be appropriate for 11-year-olds who are new to softball. Between innings, in order to maximize playing time and avoid time limits, pitchers should limit warm-up throws to two pitches (and in any event, pitcher is limited to one minute of warmups). Rules related to safety, good sportsmanship and the proper teaching of fundamental baseball skills should receive the highest priority. To register, please visit the direct Challenger program website for all registration information via http://montgomerychallenger.org. All rules below apply to both the regular season and playoffs unless otherwise noted. When the pitcher has the ball within the 8-foot pitchers circle, a runner must immediately either attempt to advance to the next base or return to the previous base, otherwise the runner is out. SAFETY PLAN IS LOCATED IN ALL STORAGE SHEDS. During the playoffs rules may be altered with regards to time limits. The AA Minor season consists of 1 practice per week and 1-2 games per week (depending on the season), weather permitting. However, the runner is out when the runner does not slide or attempt to get around a fielder who has the ball and is waiting to make the tag. The AA Minor season consists of 1 practice per week and 1-2 games per week (depending on the season), weather permitting. Each team must field a minimum of nine (9) players for a legal lineup. Players of League Age 15 may play Juniors if their the players skill level is deemed appropriate for that division. Junior teams play between 12 and 16 games and may travel to other District 2 Leagues for inter-league play. (See Pitching), Each game shall consist of seven (7) innings. If the player returns, the player is merely inserted into their original spot in the batting order and the game continues. Please contact Sean Ryan at MLMCBB@gmail.com or 301-509-9832 for additional info on the Miracle League. A pitcher who delivers 41 or more pitches in a game cannot play the position of catcher for the remainder of that day. Due to time restrictions on field permits, it is imperative that games start on time. (Regulation VI.a), A pitcher who delivers 41 or more pitches in a game cannot play the position of catcher for the remainder of that day, except if a pitcher reaches 40 pitches while facing a batter, the pitcher may continue to pitch and maintain their eligibility to play catcher until that batter reaches base, is retired, third out is made, or pitcher is removed prior to the batter completing the at-bat (Regulation VI.c), Under no circumstances may a player pitch more than 3 consecutive days or more than one game in a day. (Summary of Regulation V). Players should not pitch in multiple games on the same day Play other sports during the course of the year Monitor for other signs of fatigue Pitchers once removed from the mound may not return as pitchers No pitcher shall appear in a game as a pitcher for three consecutive days, regardless of pitch counts Please see LL Rules 4.10, 4.11 and 4.12 for a full explanation of regulation, called and suspended games. 2023 Tournament Teams and Information. Head first sliding is not allowed and that player will automatically be called out. This rule applies ONLY to internal MCLL games. The rule book will have language suggesting that coaches limit players to their age-specific guidelines (e.g., a 16-year-old pitcher on a senior team should be limited to 95 max pitches, although 120 pitches is allowed). This enables players to play Intermediates as well as Majors or Juniors divisions while avoiding game conflicts. Each team must field a minimum of eight (8) players for a legal lineup. Tee-Ball utilizes an adjustable batting tee for hitting. 2. Little League rules are followed, these including pitch counts and playing time requirements. (LL Rule 4.10a) . (Regulation VI.d and k), A pitcher is allowed eight (8) warm-up pitches between innings or one (1) minute, whichever comes first. If he/she fouls off the last pitch he/she will get an additional pitch. (Modification of Regulation VII.h)), No new inning shall begin 2 hours after the start time of the game and the game shall not extend beyond 2 hours 15 minutes in total. Rules related to safety, good sportsmanship and the proper teaching of fundamental baseball skills should receive the highest priority. The home team keeps the official book. Please click on the link below for the league-specific rules for each age division. The Juniors is designed for players aged 13 to 14 years old that have shown the ability to perform the essential skills and progressing towards superior skills in hitting, fielding and/or pitching. A continuous batting order that includes all players on the team roster present for the game batting shall be used. (LL Rule 4.10e), A 10 run mercy rule is in effect. Any pitcher doing so will be asked to remove the shirt or sleeve, or will be removed from the pitchers position. Any player who has played the position of catcher in four (4) or more innings in a game is not eligible to pitch on that calendar day. Batting-each batter gets 6 pitches. (LL Rule 1.10), Any non-adult personnel occupying a coachs box must wear a helmet. NOTE: If the visiting team has a lead, the home team must bat in its half of the inning before the mercy rule takes effect. (LL 8.03), Managers and coaches are permitted to warm up pitchers. In such a case where one of the other runners was called out, then both that runner and the offending player would be out. (, For purposes of determining whether or not there is enough time to start a new inning, the actual start of a new inning shall be deemed the time at which the third out to end the prior inning occurs. 9-, 10-, 11- & 12-year-olds are eligible for Major League. If an at bat is in process, the game will end upon completion of the current at bat. Coaches should be sure to check-in with the Division Commissioner prior to any D2 games. If an at bat is in process, the game will end upon completion of the current at bat. In other words, the third out for the home team immediately triggers the next inning. Note: Extra innings are played using traditional baseball rules (i.e., no runner is placed on second base). Their next stop will be the East Region Invitational Tournament of State Champions in Cranston, RI from August 5-12. MCLL will field 14 teams from upper county, lower county and softball. If after 5 innings, four and one-half innings if the home team is ahead, one team has a lead of eight (8) runs or more, the manager of the team with the least runs shall concede the victory to the opponent. MCLL also supports the Miracle League which provides a program for wheelchair bound players or those with other physical disabilities. A player who played the position of catcher for three (3) innings or less, moves to the pitcher position, and delivers 21 pitches or more (15- and 16-year-olds: 31 pitches or more) in the same day, may not return to the catcher position on that calendar day. Little League age is how MCLL determines a players playing age for the Fall and Spring season. Pitchers league age 15-18 must adhere to the following rest requirements: Pitches Reached / Calendar days rest required between games 76 or more / four (4) days rest 61-75 / three (3) days rest 46-60 / two (2) days rest 31-45 / one (1) day rest 1-30 / no (0) days of rest Calendar days rest This enables players to play Intermediates as well as Majors or Juniors divisions while avoiding game conflicts. Little League rules are followed including pitch counts and playing time requirements. Congrats to our Lower County 10-12 team, who defeated Brunswick to capture the District 2 title. The Player Agent maintains a list of eligible pool players from which the fill-in players will be drawn. Warm-up pitches do not count. (, It is the responsibility of the coaches to work with League Reps to reschedule canceled and incomplete games. Play at this level consists of 11 to 13 year old players that have shown a mastery of the essential skills with the ability to perform many of the advanced skills in hitting, fielding and/or pitching. Any player throwing a bat will be given a player warning for throwing equipment (each player will receive one warning per game). baseball and softball experience to residents of Montgomery County, Maryland. A team may only score five (5) runs per inning. There will be a maximum of 15 players and only one team for each participating age group. The courtesy runner will be the player that made the last out (i.e., the player that made the second out of the inning). (MCLL . Time Limits are a Local Rule and necessary due to time restrictions on field permits. (LLS Rule 1.11(h)), Players may not wear jewelry such as, but not limited to, rings, watches, earrings, bracelets, necklaces, nor any hard cosmetic/decorative items. The following are all Local Rule modifications of Regulation VII.h. Majors is a "competitive" division and players from this division, Intermediate Division (League Ages 11-13) - Baseball. Softball Local Rules. (LLS Regulation XIV.f), Mercy rule: 15 after 4 innings; 10 after 5 innings; 8 runs after 6 innings, No new inning after 2 hrs after scheduled start, Hard stop at 2 hr 15 mins after scheduled start. Help send these teams to Regionals by donating toward their travel funds! Warm-up pitches do not count. Use the flow chart below to help. Please be familiar with the official LL rules. Little League rules are followed including pitch counts and playing time requirements. The girls play on a field that uses a 35 pitching distance and 60 base paths. (Variant of LLS Rule 4.04), On-deck batters are permitted. If there is a dispute on a rule, the 2021 Little League Rulebook trumps . The focus is on the continued development of pitching and catching skills, while expanding on base running skills. Tee-Ball Local Rules. For example drilling holds in a helmet will void the certification, as may the addition of after-market third party C-flaps. N(LL Rule 4.10e), An 8 run mercy rule is in effect. Please be familiar with the official LL rules. (LLS Rule 7.08(a)(5), NOTE 2). If after 3 innings, two and one-half innings if the home team is ahead, one team has a lead of fifteen (15) runs or more, the manager of the team with the least runs shall concede the victory to the opponent. Coach Pitch Minors A - Will use traditional coach pitch rules, including keeping score, no tee will be used during games even if a batter is unable to get a hit after a set number of pitches, have two-hour games (up to six innings), and other rules to aid in player development for older and more advanced coach pitch players. Consider player requests. A player's pitch count for the purposes of day(s) rest threshold is determined by the first pitch thrown to their final batter. All rules below apply to both the regular season and playoffs unless otherwise noted. Rules 4.04 Continuous Batting order: A continuous batting order shall be used for first time through the order. (Regulation VI.a), A pitcher who delivers 41 or more pitches in a game cannot play the position of catcher for the remainder of that day, except if a pitcher reaches 40 pitches while facing a batter, the pitcher may continue to pitch and maintain their eligibility to play catcher until that batter reaches base, is retired, third out is made, or pitcher is removed prior to the batter completing the at-bat (Regulation VI.c), Under no circumstances may a player pitch more than 3 consecutive days or more than one game in a day. The pitcher wants to keep the pitch count low because of his stamina. (LL Regulation VI.b. Seniors: All bats not made of a single piece of wood shall meet the Batted Ball Coefficient of Restitution (BBCOR) performance standard, and such bats shall be labeled with a silkscreen or other permanent certification mark. District, State and Regional tournaments culminate with a World Series held mid-August in different locations depending on the age group. MCLL 2021 - Minor (10U) League Rules 1. The Catcher position counts as an infield position. When an MLB pitcher enters the game, that pitcher must face a minimum of three batters or pitch until that inning ends. Games start at the District level, then progress to States, Regionals, and finally the World Series in Williamsport, PA. Our 12u softball team beat Brunswick Little League to be the first MCLL softball team at this age level to advance to a State Tournament. MCLL strongly encourages all players to wear protective cups regardless of position. Not Sure Which Division Is Right For Your Player? Challenger and Miracle League Information, The Little League Challenger Division is a non-aged restricted adaptive special needs baseball program that provides mentally and physically challenged players the opportunity of participating in an outdoor team sport. (Regulation VI.a). This rule applies regardless of the composition of such jewelry, hard cosmetic item, or hard decorative item. If a shorter time limit is necessary, no new inning will start 15 minutes before the official end time and will be clearly communicated at the home plate pre-game meeting. Exception: During playoffs there must be a winner. What is the pitch count rule for MLB? Tournament play starts in the Maryland District 2 tournaments and is available for the following age groups: 8-10, 9-11, 11-12, Intermediate, Juniors and Seniors. (LL Rule 7.13). No courtesy runner is allowed in the last inning of the game (i.e., the 7th inning or as may be designated by the umpire) or during extra innings. The rules below are primarily to help clarify common areas of confusion, emphasize safety rules or set a local rule that varies from a Little League rule. (Regulation XIV.f), No pitcher will be allowed to wear long white or gray sleeve shirts. Consider player school and residence. Tournament Team Rosters/Info. REQUIRED REST: (LL Rule 1.17). Parents self-select the appropriate level for their child. (LL 8.03), A pitcher remaining on defense in the game, but moving to a different position, can return as a pitcher anytime for the remainder of the game, but only once per game. After a warning the player can be removed for unsportsmanlike conduct. Games start at the District level, then progress to States, Regionals, and finally the World Series in Williamsport, PA. Juniors Division (League Ages 12-15) - Baseball, Little League International All-Star Teams - Baseball, At the end of season, MCLL participates in the annual All-Star Tournaments administered by the National Little League Headquarters Tournament Committee out of Williamsport, PA. (NOTE: There is no limit to the number of pitchers a team may use in a game.) The pitcher's mound is set at 43 feet from home. 13 and 14-year-olds are eligible for the Juniors Division. An assistant coach or parent must monitor this requirement to avoid injuries. If a team is up by a large margin then that is an opportunity to allow other players to pitch. NOTE: (1) If the visiting team has a lead of fifteen (15) runs or more, the home team must bat in its half of the inning. 2. All male players are required to wear athletic supporters while playing and are required to wear a metal, fibre or plastic type protective cup while playing catcher. The most widely known is the Little League World Series Majors Division, 11-12 year olds, televised by ESPN and ABC held in Williamsport, PA. For more information, click here: All-Star selection process. Parents Umpires Become a Sponsor Softball Rules Montgomery County Little League (MCLL) 2023 Local Rules Softball Coach Pitch Division Ratified: March 2023 MCLL will be governed by the official Little League Softball Rules unless noted and modified below. This level is recommended for advanced league-age 6 players, developing league-age 7 players, and new league age 8 players. Home team will occupy the 1st base dugout and bench area (Local Rule), Each team must supply a scorekeeper and pitch counter. An 11 softball is used in this division. Games will continue until there is a winner even if the hard time limit has been exceeded. (LLS Rule 1.08 NOTE 1), Runners cannot leave the base (e.g., to lead or steal) on a pitch until the ball has left the pitchers hand. (Modification of Regulation VII.h)). eligible for Little League International tournament teams. Religious necklaces and medical bracelets and may be worn if taped down so they are not dangling. After first time through top 9 may be used. (LL Rule 4.10e). Batting helmets must have a facemask/cage securely attached. Time Limits are a Local Rule and necessary due to time restrictions on field permits. Major League teams consist of up to 2 practices per week (at coaches' discretion) and 2 games per week, weather permitting. By using this site, you agree to its use of cookies. Little League rules are modified for the youngsters to promote skill development. Note that ages are based on League Age. Age qualifications. Any player who played the position of catcher for three innings or less, and delivers 21 pitches or more in the same day may not return to the catcher position, except i, f a pitcher reaches 20 pitches while facing a batter, the pitcher may continue to pitch and maintain their eligibility to play catcher until that batter reaches base, is retired, third out is made, or pitcher is removed prior to the batter completing the at-bat. A. ( LL Rules 1.01, 4.16 and 4.17), Only players on the official league roster provided to the manager / head coach by the league commissioner are permitted to play in a league game unless assigned by Player Agent. It is the responsibility of the coaches to work with League Reps to reschedule canceled and incomplete games. (LL Rule 4.10c), A 15 run mercy rule is in effect. Players are able to participate with support of on-field buddies that assist where necessary. Four states do not sanction high school baseball. Tournament play starts in the Maryland District 2 tournaments and is available for the following age groups: 8-10, 9-11, 11-12, Intermediate, Juniors and Seniors. Little League Intrnt'l - HOME. Little League created this division within the past few years to transition players from the smaller 60 field to the 90 field used in the Juniors division and for play at the high-school level. Information about your use of this site is shared with Google. Baseball skills are taught at appropriate levels depending upon the severity of disability which can include non-verbal players and mentally disabled players, including autism spectrum disorders. NOTE: (1) If the visiting team has a lead of ten (10) runs or more, the home team must bat in its half of the inning. An initial eight (8) pitches will be awarded to any pitcher entering the game. Exception: During playoffs this rule is suspended. MCLL will be governed by the rules set forth by , Little League Baseball Official Regulations, Playing Rules, and Policies. Congratulations to our 2023 All-Star Teams! If that player had put the ball in play (with less than 2 outs and other runners on) then it is a live ball and the defense may make a play to record an out. Sports Connect is the leading provider of Websites, Online Registration, & Sports Management Tools for any sports organization, Sports Made Easy! A new pitcher entering the game may have up to eight pitches (but is still limited to one minute of warmups). Runners may not take a lead and cannot leave the base until the ball has crossed home plate. . LOCAL RULES. (LL 1.11.a.3). When a player is injured, becomes ill, or must leave the game site after the start of the game, the team will skip over him/her when his/her time at bat comes up without penalty. (, A continuous batting order that includes all players on the team roster present for the game batting in order may be used. Majors is a "competitive" division and players from this division are eligible to play in the Little League International tournament that begins in early July within Maryland District 2.

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