NOTABLE RULE CHANGES FROM 8U TO 10 Each game is called by an ASA certified umpire Players Players are required to play a minimum of 2 innings. 4 players will play the outfield While players may have to sit out from defense, the entire roster bats. Game length Games are now 6 innings or 1:45 + one inning Runs Each team can score a limit of 4 runs per inning Pitching This age division is player pitch. Once the pitcher has exceeded 2 walks in an inning, a coach for the batting team will take over the pitching situation. The batter’s count continues during coach pitch. However, the batter can not be walked, but can be struck out. Pitchers must be removed after 3 hit batters. Base running Base runners are permitted to steal second and third base. They may not steal home, unless a play to third base is made and is overthrown into left field. Sliding Sliding will be practiced and is encouraged. Batting Bunting is permitted and will be practiced.
NOTABLE RULE CHANGES FROM 8U TO 10 Each game is called by an ASA certified umpire Players Players are required to play a minimum of 2 innings. 4 players will play the outfield While players may have to sit out from defense, the entire roster bats. Game length Games are now 6 innings or 1:45 + one inning Runs Each team can score a limit of 4 runs per inning Pitching This age division is player pitch. Once the pitcher has exceeded 2 walks in an inning, a coach for the batting team will take over the pitching situation. The batter’s count continues during coach pitch. However, the batter can not be walked, but can be struck out. Pitchers must be removed after 3 hit batters. Base running Base runners are permitted to steal second and third base. They may not steal home, unless a play to third base is made and is overthrown into left field. Sliding Sliding will be practiced and is encouraged. Batting Bunting is permitted and will be practiced.
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