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Llumpires.Com 2020 Index to the Little League® Rules

Llumpires.Com 2020 Index to the Little League® Rules

Introduction

This index is intended to provide an easy way to locate the particular Little League® rule(s) or regulation(s) covering a specific situation.

Certain rules are specific to either or . In addition, in some situations, the same rule is numbered slightly differently in the baseball rulebook versus the softball rulebook. Finally, there are rules that are specific to the All Star Tournament, as well as LLUmpires.com relevant comments in Make The Right Call, The Casebook of Little League. To help sort through all of this, the following prefixes are used where appropriate:

Prefix Meaning BB Baseball SB Softball MTRC Make The Right Call AST All-Star Tournament

In addition, the following abbreviations are used:

Abbrev Meaning AR Approved Ruling EX Exception M/M Majors and Minors I/J/S Intermediate, Juniors and Seniors S Seniors

If you have any suggestions to improve this index, please drop me a line at [email protected]. Even if you don't have any suggestions, if you find it useful I would appreciate hearing from you, if for no other reason than to find where it has traveled.

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10-run rule 4.10(e), AST-12 2020 Rule Change Summary 12-year-old 9.01(d) Penalty for stealing signs changed. Cannot in Minors BB-Reg.VI(j), SB-Reg.VI(a), SB-Reg.VI(e).4 Must play in Majors Reg.V(a).NOTE AST-3e - BB Penalty for stealing signs changed. 15- rule 4.10(e), AST-12 AST-3f - SB Penalty for stealing signs changed. 3-foot lane Batter runs outside 6.05(j) Dimension 1.04 5-run limit per , Minors 5.07 8-foot circle rule AST-SB-3.d, SB-7.08(a).5 Abandoning a base First base 7.08(j), 7.10(c) General 7.08(a).2 Home plate 7.08(k), 7.10(d) Adhesive substances Use prohibited BB-1.10.NOTE.2, SB-1.10.NOTE.1 Admission charge Reg.XI Adult At least one required on bench 4.05(b), Reg.XIV(d) At least one must be 9.01(a), 9.03(a) None available to umpire 9.03(d) Age requirements For each regular season division Reg.IV(a) League age defined Reg.IV(e) President must certify eligibility Reg.IV(c) Proof of age required Reg.IV(b) Alcohol use prohibited Reg.XIV(e) All players on roster have batted Minor division 5.07 - division 5.07 Apparel (uniform) Description of legal 1.11(a).1-3, 1.11(b-j) Fielder touches fair ball with 7.05(b) Fielder touches pitched ball with 7.05(j) Fielder touches thrown ball with 7.05(d) Metal items SB-1.11(j).AR Thrown by fielder 7.05(a) Appeal Abandoning a base 7.10(c) Abandoning first base 7.08(j) Abandoning home plate 7.08(k) At end of inning 7.10 Ball must be live 7.10 Batter starts toward 7.08(j) out of order 6.07(b)

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Appeal (Cont'd) Award (Cont'd) Conflict with rules 9.02(b) Fair ball deflected out of play 6.09(h) Defense may take one that gives it best advantage 7.10.NOTE.1 Fair ball touches runner or umpire before passes fielder 6.08(d) Defensive team errs while making 7.10 Fielder falls into stands or dugout 7.04(b) during 7.10 Fielder throws 7.05(c), 7.05(e) 7.10.NOTE.1 Improper batter 6.07(b) Fair ball leaves field 7.05(a) Inadvertently stepping on base 7.10.NOTE.2 Four bases 6.09(d) Judgment calls 9.02(a) Two bases if fence less than 165/250 feet 6.09(d) Made to umpire that made call 9.02(b) Illegal pitch SB-7.04(d), SB-8.01.PENALTY, SB-8.05.PENALTY Missed base 7.10(b) Injured player 5.10(c).1 Must be made before defense leaves fair territory 7.10, 7.10.NOTE.1 Intentional BB-6.08(a).2 Must be made before next play 7.10 Intentional walk BB-6.08(a).2 Not considered a play 7.10 7.06(a-b) Not during 5.02 Overrunning or over-sliding first base (base on balls) 7.08(c).AR.1 while making 7.10.NOTE.2 Pitch goes out of play 7.05(h) Run(s) do not score if... 4.09(a).EX.3, 7.12 Pitch lodges in equipment 5.09(g) Runner fails to retouch base after 7.08(d), 7.10(a) Pitch lodges in umpire's mask 7.05(i) Runner fails to touch awarded base 7.04.NOTE Pitch touches batter 5.09(a) Runner fails to touch base 7.10(b) Pitch touches runner trying to score 6.05(m), BB-5.09(h) Runner fails to touch home plate 7.08(k), 7.10(d) Runner fails to touch awarded base 7.04.NOTE, BB-8.05.AR Runner misses base 7.10(b) Runners forced to advance 7.04(a) Runner overrunning or over-sliding 7.10(c) Tee-ball, only one base on overthrow 7.05.NOTE.2 Runner starts toward dugout 7.08(j-k), 7.10(d) Throw goes out of play 7.05(g) Third out To batter on 7.05.NOTE.1 On runner forced to advance 7.12 Awards (trophies) Reg.XII On runner missing base 4.09(a).EX.3, 7.12 Backstop Umpire may ask for assistance 9.02(c) Distance to 1.04 Umpire's decision 9.02(b) Throw hits slanting part 7.05(g) Unmistakable action 7.10.NOTE.2 Backswing hits 6.06(c) Verbal request 7.10.NOTE.2 Arguing balls and strikes 9.02(a) Award 7.04(a) Arm Ball slips from pitcher's hand BB-8.01(d) Ambidextrous Pitcher BB-8.01(f) Catcher Artificial lights See Lights Interferes with batter 7.07 Attempted play Leaves catcher's box 4.03(a), BB-8.05(k) Appeal must be made before 6.07(b).NOTE, 7.08(d), 7.10 Not in catcher's box 4.03, BB-8.05(k) Balk considered a play 7.10 7.07 Award Caused by manager, coach or player 4.06, 4.06(3) Balk 7.04(a) Counts for pitch purposes BB-2.00 ILLEGAL PITCH Base on balls BB-6.08(a).1, SB-6.08(a) Dead ball 5.09(c), BB-8.05.PENALTY leaves playing area 6.09(e-f), 7.05(f) During appeal 7.10.NOTE.2 Batter by pitch 5.09(a), 6.08(b) Ignored if batter and runners advance BB-8.05.PENALTY Catcher's 6.08(c) Must be runners on base to call 2.00 BALK During dead ball 5.02 Neither ball nor strike BB-8.05.PENALTY

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Balk (Cont'd) Ball (equipment) (Cont'd) No penalty Legal 1.09, AST-1 Batter steps out 4.06(3) Markings 1.09, AST-1 Feint to second or third BB-8.05(b) Pitcher defaces BB-8.02(a).5, SB-8.02(a).3 Offense causes 4.06(3) Pitcher drops while on pitcher's plate BB-8.01(d), BB-8.05(j), Not called in Majors and below 2.00 BALK SB-8.01(u) Penalty BB-8.05, BB-8.05.PENALTY Pitcher must present in front of body SB-8.01(f) Pitcher Pitcher requests replacement 3.01(e).3 Delays game BB-8.05(h) Pitcher rubs on glove, person or clothing BB-8.02(a).4 Does not face batter BB-8.05(f) Rolls against dropped bat 6.05(g) Does not step off with pivot foot BB-8.01(a-b) Rosin may not be applied to BB-8.02(a).NOTE, SB-8.02(a).1 Does not step when throwing to base BB-8.01(c) Slips from pitcher's hand BB-8.01(d), BB-8.05(j), SB-8.01(u) Does not stop in set position BB-8.05(m) Touched by bat second time 6.05(g) Does stop in set position BB-8.01(b) Umpire is sole judge of fitness 3.01(c) Drops ball BB-8.01(d) Unfit for use 3.01(e).2 Fails to deliver ball BB-8.05(a) Ball (penalty) Fails to step directly toward base BB-8.05(c) Delay of game BB-8.04 Feints pitch off plate BB-8.05(i) Dropped ball SB-8.07(a) Feints to first base BB-8.05(b) Pitcher applies foreign substance to ball BB-8.02(a).2, SB-8.02(a).1 Feints to unoccupied base BB-8.05(d) Pitcher brings hand to mouth 8.02(a).1 Makes pitching motion not in contact with plate BB-8.05(i) Pitcher defaces ball BB-8.02(a).5 Not in contact with plate 2.00 ILLEGAL PITCH, BB-8.05(g) Pitcher delays game BB-8.04 On or astride plate without ball BB-8.05(i) Pitcher expectorates on ball BB-8.02(a).3 Quick Pitch 2.00 ILLEGAL PITCH Pitcher rubs ball on glove, person or clothing BB-8.02(a).4 Removes hand from ball without pitching (I/J/S) BB-8.05(l) Pitcher spits on ball BB-8.02(a).3 Snap throws BB-8.01(c) Quick Pitch with bases unoccupied BB-8.05(e) Throws to unoccupied base BB-8.05(d) BB-8.02(a).6 Play follows BB-8.05.PENALTY Ball (pitch) Quick Pitch BB-8.05(e) Balk neither ball nor strike BB-8.05.PENALTY Runner fails to touch awarded base BB-8.05.AR Ball outside while in stance BB-2.00 BUNT.AR With bases unoccupied BB-8.01(d) Ball slips from pitcher's hand BB-8.01(d) Ball (equipment) Base on balls awarded after four BB-6.08(a).1, SB-6.08(a) At least two alternate 3.01(e) Batter does not attempt to avoid being 6.08(b).NOTE Color 1.09 Batter hit by bounced pitch 2.00 BALL Damaged 3.02 Pitch bounces through strike zone 2.00 BALL Defaced 3.02 Pitch touches ground 2.00 BALL Dimensions 1.09, AST-1 Pitch touches ground and bounces through strike zone 2.00 Discolored 3.01(e).2 Umpire-in-chief calls 9.04(a).1 Dropped by pitcher BB-8.01(d), BB-8.05(j), SB-8.01(u) Base Foreign substance on BB-8.02(a).2, SB-8.02(a).1 All are in fair territory 2.00 FAIR TERRITORY BB-8.05(i) Base tagged before runner reaching 7.08(e) Intentionally damaged by player 3.02 Breaks loose from its position 1.06.NOTE.1, 7.08(c).AR.2, 7.08(c).AR.3 League must have additional available 3.01(d) Dimensions 1.06 Leaves playing area 6.09(d-h), 7.05(a), 7.05(f-h) Dislodged during play 1.06.NOTE.1 Leaves playing field 3.01(e).1 first base permissible at all levels 1.06.NOTE.2

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Base (Cont'd) Base coach (Cont'd) First base completely within 1.06 Must be player in uniform or adult 2.00 BASE COACH First, double 7.15 Must remain in coaches' box 4.05(c) Location 1.06 Position 4.05 Marked by white canvas or rubber covered bags 1.06 Remove from box 4.05(a) Missed by runner 7.10(b) Shall not leave dugout until 4.05 Must disengage its anchor 1.06 Shall talk to own teammates only 4.05(d) Offensive team gathers around 7.09(d) Tournament AST-6 Pitcher fails to step directly toward when throwing BB-8.05(c) Two required 4.05 Pitcher feints to unoccupied BB-8.05(d) Uniform required 4.05(a) Pitcher throws to unoccupied BB-8.05(d) Base coach's box Preceding runner entitled to 7.03 Base coach must remain in 4.05(c) Runner acquires 7.01 Dimensions 1.04 Runner fails to touch 7.04.NOTE Base on balls Runner fails to touch home plate 7.08(k), 7.10(d) Ball is alive and in play BB-6.08(a).1, SB-6.08(a) Runner leaves early SB-8.04(b) Definition 2.00 BASE ON BALLS Runner loses right to 7.01 Forces in winning run 4.09(b) Runner may not return to previous 7.01 Intentional BB-6.08(a).2, SB-8.03(c) Runner must retouch in reverse order 7.02 Intentional, catcher leaves box during 4.03(a), BB-8.05(k) Runner must touch in order 7.02 No pitch required BB-6.08(a).2 Runner overruns or over-slides first base 7.08(c).EX, 7.08(j), 7.10(c) Pitch lodges in umpire's mask 7.05(i) Runner overruns or over-slides first base (base on balls) 7.08(c).AR.1 To batter BB-6.08(a).1, SB-6.08(a) Runner tagged before reaching base 7.08(e) Use of illegal pitch for 8.02(b) Runner tagged while off 7.08(c) Baseball See Ball (equipment) Size 1.06 Baseline Third base completely within infield 1.06 Batter-runner must be in running lane 6.05(j) Two runners occupying 7.03 Belongs to runner 7.06(b).NOTE.2 Unoccupied, pitcher feints to BB-8.05(d) Blocked by fielder 7.06(a-b) Unoccupied, pitcher throws to BB-8.05(d) Layout 1.04 Base coach Runner abandons 7.08(a).2 Accidentally touched by throw 5.08 Runner runs out of to avoid tag 7.08(a).1 Altered bat 6.06(d), AST-3.b Bat Assists runner 7.09(h) 2-3/4 diameter bats prohibited BB-1.10.NOTE.1 Batting optional for adults 1.16 Adhesive substances BB-1.10.NOTE.2, SB-1.10.NOTE.1 required for players 1.16 Altered Box dimensions 1.04 Must be removed 1.10, BB-1.10.NOTE.5 Confuses defense 7.09(d) Penalty 6.06(d), AST-3.b Illegal bat 6.06(d), AST-3.b Bat ring BB-1.10.NOTE.4, SB-1.10.NOTE.3 Interference 7.09(h-i) BBCOR marking BB-1.10 Interferes with thrown ball 5.08 BPF marking SB-1.10 League may use two adult base coaches 4.05(a) Certification marks 1.10.AR Leaves box to draw a throw 7.09(i) Colored bats acceptable 1.10 May not change boxes during inning 4.05(c).AR Composite prohibited 1.10 Must be at least one adult in dugout at all times 4.05(b) Dimensions 1.10 Must be eligible players in uniform or adult 4.05(a) Dropped in fair territory 6.05(g)

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Bat (Cont'd) Batter (Cont'd) Grip required for non-wood 1.10 Enters dugout on dropped third strike 6.05(b).AR Hits tee in tee-ball 2.00 Fair ball touches 6.05(f) Illegal Hit by pitch Adhesive substances BB-1.10.NOTE.2, SB-1.10.NOTE.1 Awarded first base 6.08(b) Definition BB-2.00 ILLEGAL BAT Dead ball 5.09(a), 6.08(b).AR Must be removed 1.10, BB-1.10.NOTE.5 No attempt to avoid 6.08(b).2 Penalty 6.06(d), AST-3.b Not entitling to award 6.08(b).AR Pine tar BB-1.10.NOTE.2, SB-1.10.NOTE.1 Pitch is in strike zone 6.08(b).1 Legal 1.10 Hit by pitch that bounces 2.00 BALL, 2.00 IN FLIGHT Painted wooden bats prohibited 1.10 Hits ball over fence 6.09(d) Pine tar BB-1.10.NOTE.2, SB-1.10.NOTE.1 Hits ball second time 6.05(g) Tee-ball BB-1.10.NOTE.3, SB-1.10.NOTE.2 Hits ball with foot out of batter's box 2.00 ILLEGALLY BATTED BALL, Thrown, interferes with defense 6.05(g).AR 5.09(d), 6.06(a) Touched by catcher during pitch 6.08(c), 7.07 Hits pitch that bounces 2.00 BALL, 2.00 IN FLIGHT Touches ball second time 6.05(g) Improper See Batting out of order, Improper batter USABat marking BB-1.10 In box when third out is made 6.01(b).NOTE Bat Performance Factor (BPF) SB-1.10 Intentional base on balls BB-6.08(a).2 Bat ring BB-1.10.NOTE.4, SB-1.10.NOTE.3 Intentional interference with 7.09(g) Bat-boys, bat-girls prohibited 2.00 BENCH OR DUGOUT, 3.17, Intentional walk BB-6.08(a).2 Reg.XIV(b) Intentionally deflects foul ball 6.05(h), 7.09(b) Batted Ball Coefficient of Restitution (BBCOR) BB-1.10 Interferes after being put out 7.09(e) Batter Interferes with catcher 6.06(c), 6.06(c).2, 7.09(a) Awarded first base 6.08(b-d), 7.05(i), 7.07, BB-6.08(a).1, SB-6.08(a) Interferes with play at plate 7.08(g), 7.09(c) Awarded four bases 7.05(a) Leaves batter's box 6.02(c), AST-3.a Awarded one base 7.05(j) Legal position 6.03 Awarded three bases 7.05(b-c) Must attempt to avoid being hit by pitch 6.08(b).2 Awarded two bases 6.09(e-g), 7.05(d-g) Must keep foot in batter's box 6.02(c), AST-3.a Base on balls BB-6.08(a).1, SB-6.08(a) Must vacate home plate 6.06(c).3 Bat touches ball second time 6.05(g) Offers at pitch 5.03 Batting out of order 6.07(a-c) On-deck prohibited in Majors and below 1.08 Becomes a runner 5.06, 6.04, 6.09 Out Becomes runner 7.05.NOTE.1 Altered bat 6.06(d), AST-3.b Both feet inside batter's box 6.03 Bunted foul on third strike 2.00 STRIKE Bunts foul on third strike 6.05(c) During squeeze play 6.05(m) Catcher interferes with 6.08(c), 7.04(c), 7.07 First base tagged 6.05(i) Catcher's interference 7.07 For preceding runner's interference 6.05(l) Changes batter's boxes when pitcher is ready 6.06(b) For runner's interference 7.09(f) Completes time 6.04 Hit by pitch 6.05(e) Delays game 6.02(c), AST-3.a Illegal bat 6.06(d), AST-3.b Distracted by fielder 4.06(4) Improper batter 6.07(b).1 Ejected Infielder intentionally drops fly ball 6.05(k) Altered bat AST-3.b On any third strike (Minors) 6.05(b) Illegal bat AST-3.b On caught third strike (I/J/S/Majors) 6.05(b) Enters dead ball territory on dropped third strike 6.05(b).AR On dropped third strike 6.05(c)

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Batter (Cont'd) Batting Donut, use prohibited BB-1.10.NOTE.2, SB-1.10.NOTE.1 Out (Cont'd) Tagged before reaching first 6.05(i) Pitcher BB-1.15(b), SB-1.15(d) When fly ball caught 6.05(a) Batting helmet When infield fly declared 6.05(d) Base coaches may wear (adults) 1.16 Out before reaching first base 4.09(a).EX.1 Base coaches must wear (children) 1.16 Out of batter's box 6.03, 6.06(a) Batters must wear 1.16 Out when enters dugout 6.09(b) Defensive players may wear 1.16 Overrunning or over-sliding first base 7.08(c).EX, 7.08(j), 7.10(c) May not be painted or have tape or stickers 1.16 Overrunning or over-sliding first base (base on balls) 7.08(c).AR.1 Mirror-like 1.16 Pitcher intentionally pitches at BB-8.02(c) Must meet NOCSAE standards 1.16 Pitcher must pitch to at least one 3.05(a-b) Non-glare 1.16 Plate umpire makes all decisions on 9.04(a).3 On-deck batter must wear (I/J/S) 1.16 Replacement pitcher must pitch to at least one 3.05(b) Player removes 1.16.AR Runs outside running lane 6.05(j) Runners must wear 1.16 Shall not leave batter's box 6.02(b) Shall take position in batter's box 6.02(a) All players in batting order 2.00 BATTING ORDER Starting pitcher must pitch to at least one 3.05(a) Continuous 4.04 Starts for bench on dropped third strike 6.05(b).AR Each player shall bat in his/her position 6.01(a) Starts toward bench 7.08(j) Multiple substitution 3.03.NOTE.2 Steps out of batter's box Plate umpire informs official scorer 9.04(a).4 Interferes with catcher 6.06(c).1 Player bats out of order 6.07(a-c) Pitcher balks 4.06(3) Players arriving late may be added 4.01 Pitcher pitches 6.02(b).PENALTY Players arriving late may be added to 4.04 Substitute, unannounced 3.08(a).2 Players order of appearance 6.01(a-b) Swings at pitch that bounces 2.00 BALL, 2.00 IN FLIGHT Proper sequence for exchanging 4.01(a-c) Takes position in batter's box 3.08(a).2 Shall be exchanged at plate meeting 4.01(a-c) Third out made on runner 6.01(b).NOTE Shall be followed, except for substitutions 4.04 Third strike not caught 6.09(b) Umpire is in charge of game once home team lineup received 4.01(d) Throw to home plate 6.06(c).3 Umpire's copy is the official one 4.01(c) Thrown bat interferes with defense 6.05(g).AR Unannounced substitution 3.08(a).2 Touched by fair ball 6.05(f) Batting out of order Unannounced substitution 3.08(a).2 At-bat legalized 6.07(c) Wild pitch 7.05.NOTE.1 Detected after at-bat completed 6.07(b) Batter's box Detected after next batter pitched to 6.07(c) Batter changes while pitcher is ready 6.06(b) Detected before at-bat completed 6.07(a) Batter must keep foot in 6.02(c), AST-3.a Illegal pitch 6.07(b) Batter shall have both feet inside 6.03 No penalty in Tee-ball 6.07.NOTE Batter steps out 6.07(b) Interferes with catcher 6.06(c).1 Penalty 6.07(b) Pitcher balks 4.06(3) Pitch thrown to next batter 6.07(c) Pitcher pitches 6.02(b).PENALTY Proper batter called out 6.07(b).1 Batter takes position in 3.08(a).2 Runner advances Lines are part of 6.03.AR On balk 6.07(b).NOTE Batter/Runner See Batter On base on balls 6.07(b).2

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Batting out of order (Cont'd) Cap (Cont'd) Runner advances (Cont'd) Fielder touches fair ball with 7.05(b) On error 6.07(b).2 Fielder touches pitched ball with 7.05(j) On hit 6.07(b).2 Fielder touches thrown ball with 7.05(d) On illegal pitch 6.07(b).NOTE Thrown by fielder 7.05(a) On passed ball 6.07(b).NOTE Used in catch 2.00 CATCH On 6.07(b).NOTE Used to touch batted ball 7.05(b) On wild pitch 6.07(b).NOTE Used to touch pitched 7.05(j) Scorekeeper shall not call attention to 6.07.NOTE Used to touch throw 7.05(d) Stolen base 6.07(b) Worn by managers and coaches 1.11(i) Umpire shall not call attention to 6.07.NOTE Casts prohibited on field 1.11(k) Wild pitch 6.07(b) Catch BBCOR (Batted Ball Coefficient of Restitution) BB-1.10 Ball dropped in act of making a throw 2.00 CATCH Bench Cannot use cap, protector, pocket or uniform 2.00 CATCH At least one adult required on 4.05(b), Reg.XIV(d) Definition 2.00 CATCH Batter starts toward 7.08(j) Fielder falls into stands or dugout after 7.04(b) Coach leaves during altercation 9.01(e), AST-17 Infielder intentionally drops 6.05(k) Fencing required 1.08 Intentional release 2.00 CATCH Fielder falls into 7.04(b) Involving more than one fielder 2.00 CATCH Inactive players must be on 3.17 Not a catch if Manager leaves during altercation 9.01(e), AST-17 Ball touches offensive player or umpire 2.00 CATCH Minimum distance from baselines 1.08 Cap, pocket or uniform used 2.00 CATCH Not more than two coaches allowed 2.00 BENCH OR DUGOUT, 3.17 Player drops ball following collision 2.00 CATCH Occupants show violent disapproval of umpire's call 4.08 Player falls into stands after catch 5.10(f) Only eligible players, managers and coaches permitted on 3.17 Player falls over fence after catch 5.10(f) Player leaves during altercation 9.01(e), AST-17 Player steps into dead ball territory after catch 5.10(f) Positions 1.08 Runner fails to retouch base after catch 7.08(d), 7.10(a) Runner starts toward 7.08(j-k), 7.10(d) Runners may advance when ball first touched 2.00 CATCH, Umpire may clear bench 4.08 7.08(d).NOTE BPF (Bat Performance Factor) SB-1.10 Runners may leave base when ball first touched 2.00 CATCH Bunt Voluntary release 2.00 CATCH Foul on third strike 6.05(c) Catcher Must be called a strike if bat is not removed from zone SB-2.00 BUNT Balk 4.03(a), BB-8.05(k) Not a strike if batter does not attempt contact BB-2.00 BUNT.AR Ball lodges in equipment 5.09(g) Not an infield fly 2.00 INFIELD FLY Batter interferes with 6.06(c), 6.06(c).2, 7.09(a) Pitch intentionally met 2.00 BUNT Blocks plate illegally 2.00 OBSTRUCTION, 7.06(a) Buttons See Uniform Cannot pitch after catching four or more BB-Reg.VI(a) Called game Chest protector required 1.17 Before becomes regulation 4.10(d) Considered infielder for infield fly 2.00 INFIELD FLY Home team takes lead 4.11(c).NOTE Cup required 1.17 Mandatory 30 minute wait 3.10(b) Glove 1.12 Regulation 4.10(c-d) Helmet required 1.17 Shortened by weather, light failure, etc. 4.10, 4.10(a), AST-13 In position, defined SB-8.01(i).AR Umpire suspends play 4.11(d) Interferes during squeeze play 7.07 Cap Interferes with batter 6.08(c), 7.04(c), 7.07

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Catcher (Cont'd) Coach (Cont'd) Interferes with batter before pitch BB-6.08(c).AR.2 Leaves position during altercation 9.01(e), AST-17 Leaves box during intentional base on balls 4.03(a), BB-8.05(k) May be on field in Minors and Tee-ball Reg.XIV(d) May wear 's or fielder's glove SB-1.12 May not warm up pitcher 3.09, Reg.XIV(f) Mitt 1.12 Must be at least one adult in dugout at all times 4.05(b) Must be in position to receive pitch SB-8.01(i) Not more than two allowed 2.00 BENCH OR DUGOUT, 3.17 Outside catcher's box SB-8.04(c) Shall not address/mingle with spectators 3.09 Pitcher cannot play after pitching 41 pitches AST-BB-4(d).NOTE, Shall not object to judgment call 9.02(a) BB-Reg.VI(c) Shall not sit in stands 3.09 Shall be in catcher's box 4.03(a), BB-8.05(k) Unsportsmanlike conduct Reg.XIV(a) Shin guards required 1.17 Uses language reflecting on opponents, umpires, spectators 4.06(2) Skullcap prohibited 1.17 Youths 2.00 COACH Throat guard required 1.17 Color Umpire interferes with catcher's throw 5.09(b) Pitcher's glove 1.15(a) Catcher's box Commercialization Reg.XIII Catcher outside SB-8.04(c) Concussions Reg.III(d).NOTE.3 Catcher shall be in 4.03(a), BB-8.05(k) Conduct, unsportsmanlike Reg.XIV(a) Dimensions 1.04 Conference Catcher's helmet Defensive 8.06 Hockey-style permitted 1.17.AR Manager requests "Time" for 5.10(d) Hockey-style requires throat guard 1.17.AR Only one offensive conference per inning 5.10(d) May not be painted or have stickers 1.17 Conflicting decisions by umpire 9.04(c) Must have dangling throat guard 1.17 Continuous batting order Must have NOCSAE stamp 1.17 Allowed at all levels 4.04 Skullcap prohibited 1.17 Free substitution if using 4.04 Catcher's interference 6.08(c) Required at Minor level and below 4.04 Catcher's mask See Catcher's helmet Courtesy runner prohibited 3.04 Catcher's mitt 1.12 Crow hop SB-2.00 CROW HOP, SB-8.01(r) Cellular phones 3.17 Curfew Reg.X(a) Charge, admission Reg.XI Darkness Cigarettes prohibited Reg.XIV(e) Causes game to be suspended 4.12 Cleats See Shoe Makes further play impossible 5.10(a) Coach Umpire to order lights on 4.14 Assumes responsibilities of manager 2.00 MANAGER Day At least one adult required 2.00 COACH Innings per, Pitcher SB-Reg.VI(b) Casts prohibited on field 1.11(k) Pitcher, innings per SB-Reg.VI(b) Causes illegal pitch or balk 4.06(3) Dead ball Derogatory language 4.06(2) Appeal not allowed during 7.10(b) Distracts batter 4.06(4) Awards during 5.02 Ejected, may not be present at facility for next game 4.07 Balk 5.09(c), BB-8.05, BB-8.05.PENALTY Ejected, must leave field 4.07 Ball becomes dead when... 5.09(a-h) Ejected, pre-game and post-game 4.07 Bat touches ball second time 6.05(g) Ejected, suspended for at least next game 4.07 Batter hit by pitch 5.09(a), 6.08(b), 6.08(b).AR Ejection 5.10(g) Batter hits ball with foot out of box 5.09(d) Incites spectators 4.06(1) Batter intentionally deflects foul ball 6.05(h), 7.09(b)

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Dead ball (Cont'd) Dead ball (Cont'd) Bunted foul on third strike 2.00 STRIKE Umpire interferes with catcher's throw 5.09(b) Catcher interferes with batter 7.07 Umpire orders person off field 5.10(g) Catcher outside catcher's box SB-8.04(c) Umpire shall call time only for reasons listed 5.10(h) Darkness 5.10(a) Weather 5.10(a) Ejection 5.10(g) Dead ball area Fair ball touches runner or umpire 5.09(f) Definition 2.00 DEAD BALL AREA Fair ball touches two runners 7.08(f).NOTE.2 Defense Fan interference 3.16 Any other player(s) may be included in visit to pitcher 8.06(d) Foul ball not caught 5.09(e) Any player may be included in visit to pitcher AST-7 Illegal pitch 5.09(c), BB-8.05.PENALTY Protective 1.16 Infielder intentionally drops fly ball 6.05(k) Defensive team Injury to player 5.10(c) Errs during appeal 7.10 Injury to umpire 5.10(c) May take appeal that gives it best advantage 7.10.NOTE.1 Intentional interference with double play 7.09(f-g) Must appeal before leaving fair territory 7.10.NOTE.1 Interference 2.00 INTERFERENCE, 3.15, 7.09.PENALTY Delay of game Light failure 5.10(b) Batter leaves batters box 6.02(c), AST-3.a Manager requests "Time" for conference 5.10(d) Pitcher BB-8.05(h), SB-8.01(v) No appeal during 7.10, 7.10.NOTE.2 Pitcher throws to other fielders 8.02(b) No appeals during 5.02 Team delays game 4.15(6) No bases to be run 5.02 Delayed dead ball No runner may be put out 5.02 Balk during throw to base BB-8.05.AR Obstruction 7.06(a) Obstruction 7.06(b) Pitch goes out of play 7.05(h) Runner assisted by base coach 7.09(h) Pitch lodges in equipment 5.09(g) Pitch touches batter 2.00 STRIKE, 5.09(a) Declared at start of game SR-3.03(a) Pitch touches runner in strike zone 6.05(m) During All-Star Tournament AST-10(h) Pitch touches runner trying to score BB-5.09(h) Player not in batting order SR-3.03(b) Pitcher delivers during SB-8.04(a) Re-entry SR-3.03(a), SR-3.03(c) Pitcher must be on plate to resume play 5.11 Substitution SR-3.03(c) Player falls into stands 5.10(f) Dimensions Resuming play 5.11 Ball 1.09, AST-1 Runner leaves base early AST-SB-3.d, SB-7.08(a).5, SB-7.13 Base 1.06 Runner leaves early SB-8.04(b) Base coach's box 1.04 Runner makes travesty of game 7.08(i) Baseball 1.09, AST-1 Runner may go directly back to original base 7.02 Bat 1.10 Runner may not retouch missed base 7.10(b).AR.2 Catcher's box 1.04 Runner touched by fair ball 7.08(f) Catcher's mitt 1.12 Spectator interference 3.16 First baseman's mitt 1.13 Squeeze play 7.07, BB-5.09(h) Glove 1.12, 1.13, 1.14 Throw goes out of play 7.05(g) Home plate 1.05 Throw hits slanting part of backstop 7.05(g) Of field 1.04 Umpire calls "Time" 3.12, 5.02, 5.10 Pitcher's plate 1.07 Umpire consults with manager 5.10(e) Softball 1.09, AST-1 Umpire examines ball 5.10(e) Disengaging from pitcher's plate

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Disengaging from pitcher's plate (Cont'd) Ejection (Cont'd) Hands must be dropped BB-8.01 Individual must appear before board 9.05(c) Set position BB-8.01(b) Individual must leave field 4.07 Windup position BB-8.01(a) Individual suspended for at least next game 4.07 Distance Inducing balk 4.06 To backstop 1.04 Intentional damage to ball 3.02 To fence 1.04 Intentional illegal pitch 8.02(b) Donut, batting Language 9.01(d), AST-BB-3.3, AST-SB-3.f Use prohibited BB-1.10.NOTE.2, SB-1.10.NOTE.1 Less than nine eligible players remaining 4.16 Double first base 7.15 Penalty 9.05(c) Double play Pitcher defaces ball BB-8.02(a).5, SB-8.02(a).3 Batter intentionally interferes with 7.09(g) Pitcher intentionally pitches at batter BB-8.02(c) Definition 2.00 DOUBLE PLAY Player ejected not eligible for re-entry 3.03.NOTE.3, 4.17, AST-10(a) Force 2.00 DOUBLE PLAY Report to league 9.05(a-b) Preceding runner interferes 6.05(l) Team cannot field nine players 3.03.NOTE.3, 4.17, AST-10(a) Reverse 2.00 DOUBLE PLAY Unsportsmanlike conduct 4.06, 4.08, 9.01(d), 9.03(d).4, 9.05(b), Runner intentionally interferes with 7.09(f) AST-BB-3.3, AST-SB-3.f Runner off base touched by infield fly 7.08(f).NOTE.1 Eligibility Doubleheaders 4.13, Reg.VII(d), SB-Reg.VI(e).3 Majors and up must attend tryouts Reg.IV(f) Dropped ball Officials to take steps to avoid protests 4.19.NOTE.2 Applies before and during delivery SB-8.07(a) Out-of-boundary Reg.IV(h) Definition 2.00 DROPPED BALL Pitcher BB-Reg.VI(a), SB-Reg.VI(b), SB-Reg.VI(e).4 Penalty SB-8.07(a) Pitcher, after forfeit SB-Reg.VI(e).5 Dropped third strike Pitcher, in Batter enters dead ball territory 6.05(b).AR I/J/S SB-Reg.VI(e).3 Batter enters dugout 6.05(b).AR M/M SB-Reg.VI(e).3 Batter out (Minors) 6.05(b) Pitcher, in suspended games 4.11(e), 4.12, BB-Reg.VI.NOTE.2, Batter starts for bench 6.05(b).AR BB-Reg.VI.NOTE.3, SB-Reg.VI(e).1, SB-Reg.VI(e).5 Pitch lodges in umpire's mask 7.05(i) Player ejected not eligible for re-entry 3.03.NOTE.3, 4.17, AST-10(a) When batter is out (I/J/S/Majors) 6.05(b) President must certify Reg.IV(c) When batter may run 6.09(b) Requests for waivers Reg.IV(j) Dugout See Bench Equipment E-Cigarettes prohibited Reg.XIV(e) Batting helmet 1.16 Eight-foot circle rule AST-SB-3.d, SB-7.08(a).5 Catcher's helmet 1.17 Ejection Catcher's mitt 1.12 Altered bat 6.06(d), AST-3.b Cellular phones 3.17 Arguing balls and strikes 9.02(a) Chest protector 1.17 Dead ball 5.10(g) Dangling throat guard recommended for umpire 9.01(a).NOTE Delay of game 8.02(b) Electronic, use restricted 3.17 Derogatory language 4.06(2) Fielder touches fair ball with detached 7.05(b) During play 9.01(d), AST-BB-3.3, AST-SB-3.f Fielder touches pitched ball with detached 7.05(j) Effective at end of play 9.01(d), AST-BB-3.3, AST-SB-3.f First baseman's mitt 1.13 Illegal bat 6.06(d), AST-3.b Glove Individual may not be present at facility for next game 4.07 Pitcher's 1.15(b) Individual may not participate in pre-game or post-game 4.07 Glove, catcher's 1.12

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Equipment (Cont'd) Fair territory (Cont'd) Glove, fielder's 1.14 Foul lines are in... 1.04, 2.00 FAIR TERRITORY Glove, pitcher's 1.15(a) Home plate is in... 2.00 FAIR TERRITORY Not basis for protest 4.19(a), AST-A Player may stand anywhere in 4.03(c) Offensive team to remove all from field 3.14 Players must start in 4.03 Required for umpire 9.01(a).NOTE Fake tag See Obstruction Shin guards 1.17 Fans Throat guard 1.17 Interference 2.00 INTERFERENCE, 3.16 Thrown ball touched with detached 7.05(d) Manager, coach or player incites 4.06(1) Umpire should inspect 3.01(a) On field 9.01(f) Walkie-talkies 3.17 Fees Reg.XIII Error Fence During appeal 7.10 Bench must be protected by 1.08 During double play 2.00 DOUBLE PLAY Fair ball goes under 7.05(f) Following balk or illegal pitch BB-8.01(d), BB-8.02(a).1, Fair ball passes through 6.09(f-g) BB-8.05.PENALTY Fair ball sticks in 7.05(f) When runner leaves early BB-7.13(b) Field While improper batter at bat 6.07(b) Dead ball area 2.00 DEAD BALL AREA 4.10(b) Dimensions 1.04 Fair ball Game coordinator judge of fitness after game begins 9.03(d).5 Bat touches second time 6.05(g) Game coordinator shall not call game for at least 30 minutes 9.03(d).5 Batter hits 6.09(a) Layout 1.04 Deflected by infielder 5.09(f).NOTE Lines are part of batter's box 6.03.AR Depends on ball position, not foot position 2.00 FAIR BALL Managers shall agree on fitness before game 3.10(a) Fielder deflects ball out of play 6.09(g) Offensive team to remove all equipment 3.14 Fielder deflects home run 7.05(a) Persons permitted on Reg.XIV(b) Fielder throws glove 7.05(c) Recommended orientation 1.04 Foul infield fly bounces fair 2.00 INFIELD FLY Running lane 6.05(j) Hit over fence 6.09(d) Skinned SB-1.07.NOTE Hit with foot out of box 5.09(d) Umpire shall not call game for at least 30 minutes 3.10(b) Leaves playing area 6.09(d-f), 7.05(a), 7.05(f) Umpire sole judge of fitness after game begins 3.10(b) Plate umpire calls 9.04(a).2 Unauthorized persons on 3.15 Sticks in fence 7.05(f) Field umpire Touched with detached equipment 7.05(b) Duties 9.04(b) Touches base 2.00 FAIR BALL Fielder Touches batter 6.05(f) Deflects ball Touches runner after passing fielder 6.09(c) Bounding ball, over fence 6.09(g) Touches runner before passing fielder 6.08(d), 7.09(k) Fly ball, over fence 6.09(h) Touches runner or umpire 5.09(f) Fly ball, with thrown equipment 7.05(a) Touches umpire after passing fielder 6.09(c) Into umpire or runner 6.09(c) Touches umpire before passing fielder 6.08(d) Deflects fly ball over fence 7.05(f) Fair territory Distracts batter 4.06(4) All bases are in... 2.00 FAIR TERRITORY Glove 1.14 Batter drops bat in 6.05(g) In act of fielding thrown ball 2.00 OBSTRUCTION Definition 1.04 Intentionally drops fly ball 6.05(k)

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Fielder (Cont'd) Foot (Cont'd) May allow ball to fall untouched 6.05(k).AR Lifts off ground SB-8.01(s) Substitute, unannounced 3.08(a).3 Not on pitcher's plate SB-8.01(r) Throws ball out of play 7.05(g) Pitcher lifts foot off pitcher's plate SB-8.01(h) Throws glove, cap, etc. 7.05(a), 7.05(c), 7.05(e) Pitcher may drag foot off pitcher's plate SB-8.01(s) Touches fair ball with detached equipment 7.05(b) Pitcher must have both feet on ground SB-8.01(b) Touches pitched ball with detached equipment 7.05(j) Touches thrown ball with detached equipment 7.05(d) Appeal, third out on 7.12 Unannounced substitution 3.08(a).3 Base tagged 7.08(e) Fifteen-run rule 4.10(e), AST-12 Re-instated if runner retreats across base 7.08(e) Firearms prohibited Reg.XIV(e) Removed if following runner out 7.08(e) First base Removed when runner touches base 7.08(e) Batter out if tagged before 6.05(i) Run does not score if third out is a 4.09(a).EX.2 Batter outside running lane 6.05(j) Runner loses right to base 7.01 Completely within infield 1.06 Runner tagged 7.08(e) Double 7.15 To end game 4.09(b) Double first base permissible at all levels 1.06.NOTE.2 Forfeit Must disengage its anchor 1.06 Pitching eligibility SB-Reg.VI(e).5 Over-sliding 7.08(j), 7.10(c) Score of 2.00 FORFEITED GAME Overrunning 7.08(j), 7.10(c) Team delays game 4.15(6) Pitcher feints to BB-8.05(b) Team refuses to continue play 4.15(2) Runner overrunning or over-sliding 7.08(c).EX, 7.08(j), 7.10(c) Team refuses to remove player from game 4.15(4) Runner overrunning or over-sliding (base on balls) 7.08(c).AR.1 Team refuses to resume play within one minute 4.15(3) First baseman Team refuses to start play 4.15(1) Glove 1.13 Team willfully and persistently violates rules 4.15(5) Mitt 1.13 To be recorded in the scorebook 4.18 Five run limit per inning, Minors 5.07 Tournament rules AST-5 Fly ball Umpire to file written report 4.18 Batter is out when caught 6.05(a) Foul ball Deflected out of play 6.09(h) Batter intentionally deflects 6.05(h), 7.09(b) Fielder deflects possible home run 7.05(a) Batter is out on caught foul fly 6.05(a) Fielder falls into stands or dugout after catch 7.04(b) Bunt on third strike 6.05(c) Fielder may allow to fall untouched 6.05(k).AR Bunted on third strike 2.00 STRIKE Infield fly 2.00 INFIELD FLY, 6.05(d), 7.08(f).EX, 7.08(f).NOTE.1 Dead ball if not caught 5.09(e) Intentionally dropped 6.05(k) Depends on ball position, not foot position 2.00 FOUL BALL Player falls into stands after catch 5.10(f) Fair infield fly bounces foul 2.00 INFIELD FLY Player falls over fence after catch 5.10(f) Hit with foot out of box 5.09(d) Player steps into dead ball territory after catch 5.10(f) Plate umpire calls 9.04(a).2 Runner fails to retouch base after catch 7.08(d), 7.10(a) Rebounds off catcher's mask or chest protector 2.00 Runner may advance when ball first touched 2.00 CATCH, Runner may advance after caught 7.08(d).NOTE 7.08(d).NOTE Umpire shall wait for runners to return 5.09(e) Runners may leave base when ball first touched 2.00 CATCH Foul lines Foot Are in fair territory 1.04, 2.00 FAIR TERRITORY Batter must keep in batter's box 6.02(c), AST-3.a Marked with chalk or other white material 1.04, 3.01(b) Batter shall have both inside batter's box 6.03 Foul tip

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Foul tip (Cont'd) Game (Cont'd) Batter not out if caught 6.05(a) Suspended (Cont'd) Is a live ball 2.00 FOUL TIP, 2.00 STRIKE Tournament rules AST-11 Fund-raising Reg.XIII Unruly spectators 9.01(g) Game Suspended, BB-Reg.VI.NOTE.2, BB-Reg.VI.NOTE.3 10-run rule 4.10(e), AST-12 Suspended, pitching eligibility 4.11(e), 4.12, AST-BB-4(h-i), 15-run rule 4.10(e), AST-12 BB-Reg.VI.NOTE.2, BB-Reg.VI.NOTE.3, Admission charge Reg.XI SB-Reg.VI(e).1-2, SB-Reg.VI(e).5 Called with home team taking lead 4.11(c).NOTE Teams take position to start 4.02 Called, umpire suspends play 4.11(d) Ten-run rule 4.10(e), AST-12 Cannot be played without nine players 1.01, 4.16 Tie games 4.10(b) Curfew Reg.X(a) Time limits 4.10(f), AST-13, Reg.VII(d), Reg.VII(h), Reg.X(a), Definition 1.01 Reg.X(c) Ended on bases-loaded walk, hit batter, etc. 4.09(b) Winner 1.03 Ending 4.09(b), 4.10, 4.10(a), 4.10(e), 4.11, 4.11(d), AST-12, AST-13 Game coordinator Ends on home run 4.11(c).EX Duties 9.03(d) Extra innings 4.10(b) Ejections 9.03(d).4 Fifteen-run rule 4.10(e), AST-12 Must be present at all times 9.03(d).2 Forfeit, pitching eligibility SB-Reg.VI(e).5 Shall meet managers at plate before game 9.03(d).1 Home team needs only part of last inning 4.10, 4.10(a), AST-13 Shall not call game for at least 30 minutes 9.03(d).5 How a team scores 4.09(a), 5.06 Sole judge of fitness of field after game begins 9.03(d).5 How home team wins 4.11(a), 4.11(c) Games How home team wins a tie game 4.10(b).2 Minimum per season Reg.VII(a) How visitors win 4.11(b) Minimum per week Reg.VII(b) How visitors win a tie game 4.10(b).1 Per day 4.13, Reg.VII(d) Innings pitches per AST-SB-4(f) Special Reg.IX Limit of 5 per Glove Does not apply in AST AST-4(a) Catcher 1.12 Regular season SB-Reg.VI(d) Catcher may wear first baseman's or fielder's SB-1.12 Mercy rule 4.10(e), AST-12 Color, pitcher's 1.15(a) No limit of pitchers per BB-Reg.VI(a) Fielder 1.14 No new inning after Reg.X(a) First baseman 1.13 Objective 1.02, 1.03, 5.04, 5.05 Multicolored 1.15(a) Pitching in consecutive AST-BB-4(f), AST-SB-4(h), BB-Reg.VI(d) Pitcher's, foreign material prohibited 1.15(b) Pitching in more than one per day AST-BB-4(g) Rosin may not be applied to BB-8.02(a).NOTE, SB-8.02(a).1 Putting the ball in play 5.11 Thrown by fielder 7.05(a), 7.05(c), 7.05(e) Regulation 4.10, 4.10(a), 4.10(c), 4.11, AST-13 Ground ball Regulation tie, halted by umpire 4.11(e) Batter intentionally deflects foul ball 6.05(h) Replayed AST-15 Leaves playing area 6.09(e), 7.05(f) Reverts to last completed inning 4.11(d).EX Passes first or third over fair territory 2.00 FAIR BALL Runner makes travesty of 7.08(i) Passes first or third over foul territory 2.00 FOUL BALL Score of a forfeit 2.00 FORFEITED GAME Rolls against bat 6.05(g) Starting 4.01, 4.02, 5.01, 9.03(d).1 Settles in fair territory 2.00 FAIR BALL Suspended Settles in foul territory 2.00 FOUL BALL Regular season rules 4.10(d) Settles on foul line 2.00 FAIR BALL

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Ground ball (Cont'd) Home plate (Cont'd) Touched by bat second time 6.05(g) Batter interferes with play at 7.09(c) Touches batter 6.05(f) Black beveled edge not part of... 1.05 Touches runner or umpire 5.09(f), 6.08(d), 6.09(c), 7.04(a), 7.08(f), Catcher interferes during play at 7.04(c) 7.09(k) Catcher interferes during squeeze play 7.07 6.09(e-g), 7.05(d-g) Dimensions 1.05 Edges shall be beveled 1.05 Announced by umpire-in-chief 9.03(c).3 Is in fair territory 2.00 FAIR TERRITORY Regular season Runner closest to called out 7.09(g) League shall establish 3.13 Runner fails to touch 7.08(k), 7.10(d) May not supercede rulebook 3.13.AR Shall be fixed level with ground 1.05 Tournament Size 1.05 Must be in writing AST-3 Throw 6.06(c).3 Reviewed with managers and umpire AST-3 Winning run must touch 4.09(b) Tournament director shall establish AST-3 Home run Hand Award 7.05(a) Not farther from body than elbow SB-8.01(p) Batter becomes runner 6.09(d) Pitch released below hip SB-8.01(p) Runner passes preceding runner 4.11(c).AR Pitcher may step backwards before hands come together SB-8.01(g) To end game 4.11(c).EX Pitcher removes from ball without pitching (I/J/S) BB-8.05(l) Home team Pitcher, to mouth 8.02(a).1 Determined by coin flip in Tournament AST-2 Wiping 8.02(a).1 How they win 4.11(a), 4.11(c) Hands Presents lineup first 4.01(a) Pitcher blowing on BB-8.02(a).1.EX Takes field first 4.02 Height Takes lead in bottom of inning 4.11(c), 4.11(c).NOTE Of pitcher's plate 1.04 Ties game in incomplete inning 4.11(d).EX Helmet See Batting helmet, Catcher's helmet Illegal Hidden ball trick BB-8.05(i), SB-8.01(j) Ball See Ball (equipment) Hit Bat See Bat Rolls against dropped bat 6.05(g) Glove See Glove Touched by bat second time 6.05(g) Illegal bat Hit by pitch Definition BB-2.00 ILLEGAL BAT Award 6.08(b) Ejection 6.06(d), AST-3.b Batter hit by bounced pitch 2.00 BALL Mandatory play Reg.IV(i) Batter must attempt to avoid 6.08(b).2 Must be removed 1.10 Batter out on strike three 6.05(e) Out 6.06(d), AST-3.b Considered a strike when... 6.08(b).1 Illegal pitch Dead ball 2.00 STRIKE Additional revolution of arm SB-8.01(t) Forces in winning run 4.09(b) Ball slips from pitcher's hand BB-8.01(d) Illegal pitch SB-8.01.NOTE, SB-8.05.NOTE Base award (J/S) SB-2.00 ILLEGAL PITCH, SB-7.04(d), Intentional BB-8.02(c) SB-8.01.PENALTY, SB-8.05.PENALTY Not entitling batter to award 6.08(b).AR Batter hit by SB-8.01.NOTE, SB-8.05.NOTE Pitch bounces 2.00 BALL, 2.00 IN FLIGHT Batting out of order 6.07(b) Pitch is in strike zone 6.08(b).1 Caused by manager, coach or player 4.06, 4.06(3) Home plate Counts for pitch count purposes BB-2.00 ILLEGAL PITCH

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Illegal pitch (Cont'd) Illegal pitch (Cont'd) Crow hop SB-8.01(r) Shoulders must be aligned with first and third base SB-8.01(c) Dead ball 5.09(c), BB-8.05.PENALTY Snap throws BB-8.01(c) Definition SB-8.05(d) Stop or reversal of pitching motion SB-8.01(n) During appeal 7.10.NOTE.2 Two revolutions of arm SB-8.01(o) Follow-through SB-8.01(q) With bases unoccupied BB-8.01(d) Foreign substance on ball 2.00 ILLEGAL PITCH Illness Hand farther from body than elbow SB-8.01(p) Pitcher 3.05(a-b), 8.06.AR.1 Ignored if batter and runners advance 8.05.PENALTY, Player in continuous batting order 4.04 SB-8.01.PENALTY Team cannot field nine players 3.03.NOTE.3, 4.17, AST-10(a) Intentional by pitcher 8.02(b) Umpire 9.02(d) Is a balk in I/J/S baseball with runners on 2.00 ILLEGAL PITCH Improper batter Is balk with bases occupied (I/J/S) BB-8.01(d) Appeal 6.07(b) Leaping SB-8.01(s) At-bat legalized 6.07(c) Manager has choice of play or penalty 8.05.PENALTY, Detected after next batter pitched to 6.07(c) SB-8.01.PENALTY Detected before at-bat completed 6.07(a) Not underhand delivery SB-8.01(a) Illegal pitch 6.07(b) Penalty 2.00 ILLEGAL PITCH, 8.05.PENALTY, BB-8.05, SB-8.01 Passed ball 6.07(b) while in contact with pitcher's plate SB-8.05(e) Penalty 6.07(b) Pitch released above hip SB-8.01(p) Pitch thrown to next batter 6.07(c) Pitcher applies foreign substance to ball SB-8.05(b) Proper batter called out 6.07(b).1 Pitcher bounces ball SB-8.01(u) Runner advances Pitcher delays game BB-8.05(h), SB-8.01(v) On balk 6.07(b).NOTE Pitcher does not face batter BB-8.05(f) On base on balls 6.07(b).2 Pitcher does not step off plate while making appeal SB-7.10 On error 6.07(b).2 Pitcher does not step when throwing to base BB-8.01(c) On hit 6.07(b).2 Pitcher drops ball SB-8.01(u) On illegal pitch 6.07(b).NOTE Pitcher fails to deliver ball BB-8.05(a) On passed ball 6.07(b).NOTE Pitcher fails to deliver pitch SB-8.01(l) On stolen base 6.07(b).NOTE Pitcher fails to step directly toward when throwing BB-8.05(c) On wild pitch 6.07(b).NOTE Pitcher feints to first base BB-8.05(b) Stolen base 6.07(b) Pitcher feints to unoccupied base BB-8.05(d) Wild pitch 6.07(b) Pitcher lifts foot off pitcher's plate SB-8.01(h) In flight Pitcher makes pitching motion not in contact with plate BB-8.05(g) Catch 2.00 CATCH Pitcher must have both feet on ground SB-8.01(b) Infield fly Pitcher on or astride pitcher's plate without ball SB-8.01(j) Ball bounces foul untouched 2.00 INFIELD FLY Pitcher removes hand from ball SB-8.01(k), SB-8.01(m) Ball is alive and in play 2.00 INFIELD FLY Pitcher shall take signs while on pitcher's plate SB-8.01(e) Batter out 6.05(d) Pitcher throws to unoccupied base BB-8.05(d) Bunt is not 2.00 INFIELD FLY Pitcher's pivot foot not contacting plate 2.00 ILLEGAL PITCH Does not apply in Tee-ball 2.00 INFIELD FLY Pitching motion made not in contact with plate BB-8.05(i) Lands foul, bounces fair 2.00 INFIELD FLY Pivot foot must be in contact with pitcher's plate SB-8.01(g), SB-8.05(a) Pitcher and catcher considered infielders 2.00 INFIELD FLY Pivot foot on top of pitching plate SB-8.01(d) Runners may advance 2.00 INFIELD FLY Play follows 8.05.PENALTY, SB-8.01.PENALTY Touches runner while off base 7.08(f).NOTE.1 Quick Pitch 2.00 ILLEGAL PITCH, BB-8.05(e), SB-8.05(c) Touches runner while on base 7.08(f).EX

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Infielder Intentional (Cont'd) First play by 7.05(g) Interference Intentionally drops fly ball 6.05(k) By person on field 3.15 May allow ball to fall untouched 6.05(k).AR To break up double play 7.09(f-g) Pitcher and catcher are, for infield fly 2.00 INFIELD FLY With batted ball 7.09(k) Injury With foul ball 6.05(h), 7.09(b) Award to injured player 5.10(c).1 With thrown ball 5.08, 7.08(b), 7.09(j) Deliberate attempt to cause 7.08(a).3 Pitch at batter BB-8.02(c) Player 5.10(c).1 Quick Pitch 2.00 QUICK RETURN Player in continuous batting order 4.04 Release after catch 2.00 CATCH Team cannot field nine players 3.03.NOTE.3, 4.17, AST-10(a) Intentional base on balls To pitcher 3.05(a-b), 8.06.AR.1 No pitch required BB-6.08(a).2 To umpire 9.02(d) Intentional walk Umpire 5.10(c) No pitch required BB-6.08(a).2 Inning Inter-league play requires approval Reg.VII(c) 5-run limit in Minor division 2.00 INNING, 5.07 Interference Begins at third out of previous inning 2.00 INNING All runners must return 2.00 INTERFERENCE Definition 2.00 INNING At plate 7.08(g), 7.09(c) Delivery of pitch AST-4(c), SB-Reg.VI(b) Ball is dead 2.00 INTERFERENCE Extra 4.10(b) Base coach 5.08, 7.09(h-i) Game reverts to last completed 4.11(d).EX Bat touches ball second time 6.05(g) Home team ahead in bottom of 4.10(c).3, 4.11(a) Bat, thrown 6.05(g).AR Home team needs only part of last 4.10, 4.10(a), 4.10(c).2, 4.11(c), Batter intentionally deflects foul ball 6.05(h), 7.09(b) AST-13 Batter interferes with catcher 6.06(c), 6.06(c).2, 7.09(a) Incomplete 4.11(d).EX Batter interferes with play at first 6.05(j) Minimum number in regulation game 4.10(c).1-3 Batter out of running lane 6.05(j) No new inning after Reg.X(a) By batter at plate 7.08(g), 7.09(c) Number of in regulation game 4.10, 4.10(a), AST-13 By batter or runner after being put out 7.09(e) Third out ends half-inning 5.07 By catcher 6.08(c) Warm-up pitches between BB-8.03, SB-8.03(a) By preceding runner 6.05(l) Innings Catcher's 6.08(c), 7.04(c) Per day for pitcher SB-Reg.VI(b) Fan 3.16 Pitcher, maximum per day SB-Reg.VI(b) Fielder fielding batted ball 7.08(b), 7.09(j) Insurance Intentional Covers only sanctioned activities Reg.IV(a).NOTE.1 By any person on field 3.15 Intentional To break up double play 7.09(f-g) Base on balls 4.03(a), BB-8.05(k), SB-8.03(c) With batted ball 7.09(k) Bunt 2.00 BUNT With foul ball 6.05(h), 7.09(b) Damage to ball 3.02 With thrown ball 5.08, 7.08(b), 7.09(j) Deflection of foul ball 6.05(h), 7.09(b) Offensive 2.00 INTERFERENCE Delay of game 8.02(b) Offensive team 7.09(d), 7.11 Distraction to batter 4.06(4) Penalty 7.09, 7.09.PENALTY, 7.11 Dropped ball BB-8.05(j) Spectator 3.16 Dropped fly ball 6.05(k-l) Throw accidentally touched is not... 3.15, 5.08 Fly ball allowed to drop untouched 6.05(k).AR Thrown ball 7.08(b), 7.09(j)

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Interference (Cont'd) League President (Cont'd) Thrown bat 6.05(g).AR Forfeit report to 4.18 Umpire's Protest committee 4.19(f) Definition 2.00 INTERFERENCE Protest report to 4.19(e) Touched by fair ball 5.09(f), 6.08(d) Leaping SB-2.00 LEAPING, SB-8.01(s) With catcher's throw 5.09(b) Legal Intermediate division Ball See Ball (equipment) Age requirements Reg.IV(a) Bat See Bat Mandatory play Reg.IV(i) Glove See Glove Jewelry Lights Medical alert permitted 1.11(j) Artificial 4.14, Reg.X(c) Prohibited for players 1.11(j) Failure of 5.10(b) Judgment call Limit Not protestable 9.02(a) Innings pitched per day SB-Reg.VI(b) Junior League division Innings pitched per game AST-SB-4(f) Age requirements Reg.IV(a) Maximum of 5 pitchers per game Mandatory play Reg.IV(i) Does not apply in AST AST-4(a) Language Regular season SB-Reg.VI(d) Derogatory 4.06(2) No limit of pitchers per game BB-Reg.VI(a) Ejection 9.01(d), AST-BB-3.3, AST-SB-3.f No limit of pitchers per week SB-Reg.VI(e).4 Incites spectators 4.06(1) Time limit on first game AST-13, Reg.VII(d) League Line drive Handles ejections 9.05(c) Intentionally dropped 6.05(k) May use two adult base coaches 4.05(a) Not an infield fly 2.00 INFIELD FLY Must have additional balls available 3.01(d) Lines Must provide batting helmets 1.16 Marked with chalk or other white material 1.04 Must provide uniforms 1.11(b) Lineup See Batting order Officials to take steps to avoid protests 4.19.NOTE.2 Little League Protest committee 4.19(f) Logo, use of Reg.XVI Shall establish ground rules 3.13, 3.13.AR Shoulder patch 1.11(a).2 Shall provide at least two alternate balls 3.01(e) Live ball Shall provide protection sufficient to keep order 3.18 Appeal must be made during 7.10 Shall provide umpire with / 3.01(c) Ball is alive until becomes dead for cause 5.02 To determine length of Tee-ball games 4.10(f) Base on balls BB-6.08(a).1, SB-6.08(a) Umpire reports ejections to 9.05(a-b) During base award 7.05.NOTE.1 Uniforms are property of 1.11(b) Ejection happens during 9.01(d), AST-BB-3.3, AST-SB-3.f League age Foul tip 2.00 STRIKE Definition Reg.IV(e) Infield fly 2.00 INFIELD FLY Must be recorded Reg.IV(d) Obstruction on runner not being played upon 7.06(b) League President Pitch touches umpire 5.08 Appoints managers 2.00 MANAGER Pitcher must be on plate to resume play 5.11 Appoints umpires 9.01(a) Play follows balk BB-8.05.PENALTY Determines field fitness 3.10(a) Play follows catcher's interference 6.08(c) Discipline of ejected personnel 9.05(c) Play follows illegal pitch BB-8.05.PENALTY Ejection report to 9.05(a-b) Player steps into dead ball area 5.10(f)

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Live ball (Cont'd) Manager (Cont'd) Player steps into dead ball territory 5.10(f) Not charged with visit when changing pitcher 8.06.AR.1 Required for appeal 7.10.NOTE.2 Only manager has right to protest 4.19(b) Resuming play after dead ball 5.11 Opposing manager chooses player to enter 3.03.NOTE.3, 4.17, Throw accidentally touched 3.15, 5.08 AST-10(a) Throw touches umpire 5.08 Permitted uniform 1.11(i) Umpire calls "Play" 3.12, 4.02, 5.01, 5.02, 5.11 Requests time for conference 5.10(d) Logo Responsible for pitch count BB-Reg.VI(g) Use of Reg.XVI Responsible for team's conduct 2.00 MANAGER Major division Shall designate coach as replacement if he leaves field 2.00 MANAGER 12-year-olds must play in Reg.V(a).NOTE Shall exchange lineups at plate meeting 4.01(a-c) Age requirements Reg.IV(a) Shall meet umpire at plate before game 4.01 Mandatory play Reg.IV(i) Shall not address/mingle with spectators 3.09 On-deck position prohibited 1.08 Shall not object to judgment call 9.02(a) Only first batter allowed out between innings 1.08 Shall not sit in stands 3.09 Player declining to move from Minor division Reg.VIII(b) Unsportsmanlike conduct Reg.XIV(a) Manager Uses language reflecting on opponents, umpires, spectators 4.06(2) Appeal of umpire's decision 9.02(b) Visits to pitcher 8.06, AST-7 Appeals batting out of order 6.07(b) Visits to pitcher, same batter 8.06(c) Appointed by League President 2.00 MANAGER Mandatory play Casts prohibited on field 1.11(k) Does not apply to Senior Division AST-10(c).EX, AST-9 Causes illegal pitch or balk 4.06(3) Illegal bat Reg.IV(i) Derogatory language 4.06(2) Penalties to manager AST-9, Reg.IV(i) Distracts batter 4.06(4) Requirements AST-9, Reg.IV(i) Ejected, may not be present at facility for next game 4.07 Substitute may not be removed before completing 3.03.NOTE.1 Ejected, must leave field 4.07 Substitute must meet before being removed AST-10(c) Ejected, pre-game and post-game 4.07 Mandatory rest Ejected, suspended for at least next game 4.07 Pitcher BB-Reg.VI(d), SB-Reg.VI(b) Ejection 5.10(g) Rest limit reached during at-bat BB-Reg.VI(e).EXCEPTION Has choice of play or penalty 8.05.PENALTY, SB-8.01.PENALTY Mask See Catcher's helmet Incites spectators 4.06(1) Medical Alert See Jewelry Leaves position during altercation 9.01(e), AST-17 Medical alert jewelry 1.11(j) Managers shall agree on fitness of field before game 3.10(a) Mercy rule 4.10(e), AST-12 Maximum visits to pitcher per game 8.06(b), AST-7 Metal Maximum visits to pitcher per inning 8.06(a), AST-7 Metal spikes or cleats 1.11(h-i), 9.06 May be on field in Minors and Tee-ball Reg.XIV(d) On uniform 1.11(f) May confer with any player AST-7 Minimum play See Mandatory play May confer with any player(s) 8.06(d) Minor division May not warm up pitcher 3.09, Reg.XIV(f) 12-year-old cannot pitch in... BB-Reg.VI(j), SB-Reg.VI(a), May remove player from team Reg.IV(a).NOTE.2 SB-Reg.VI(e).4 May visit pitcher at mound 8.06, AST-7 5-run limit per inning 2.00 INNING, 5.07 Multiple substitution 3.03.NOTE.2 Age requirements Reg.IV(a) Must be at least one adult in dugout at all times 4.05(b) All players on roster have batted 5.07 Must immediately report substitutions 3.06 Batting order may contain entire roster 2.00 BATTING ORDER Must submit report of protest 4.19(e) Continuous batting order required 4.04

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Minor division (Cont'd) Obstruction Manager/coach may be on field Reg.XIV(d) Award based on umpire judgment 7.06(a-b) Mandatory play Reg.IV(i) Dead ball conditions 7.06(a-b) Non-competitive may use more than nine players 1.01 Delayed dead ball 7.06(b) Not a separate entity Reg.VIII(b) Fake tag considered... 2.00 OBSTRUCTION On-deck position prohibited 1.08 Fielder in act of fielding thrown ball 2.00 OBSTRUCTION Only first batter allowed out between innings 1.08 Minimum one-base award 7.06(a) Player declining to move to Major division Reg.VIII(b) On batter before first base 7.06(a) Protests 4.19(g) On runner being played upon 7.06(a) Purpose Reg.VIII(a) On runner not being played upon 7.06(b) T-shirt and cap recommended uniform 1.11(b) Penalty 7.06(a-b) Minor divisions Runner advances past base awarded 7.06(b).NOTE.1 Coach pitch allowed Reg.VIII(d) Offensive team Machine pitch allowed Reg.VIII(d) Gather around base 7.09(d) Players not property of a team Reg.VIII(c) Interference 2.00 INTERFERENCE, 7.09(d) Missed base May correct batting-out-of-order before at-bat completed 6.07(a) After following runner scores 7.10(b).AR.1 Must vacate space needed by fielder 7.11 Appeal 7.10(b) Only one conference per inning 5.10(d) Appealed for "fourth out" 7.10.NOTE.1 On-deck position Batter must touch first 4.09(a).EX.3 Batting helmet required 1.16 By preceding runner 7.12 On-deck position, prohibited in Majors and below 1.08 Considered to have been touched BB-8.05.AR Out Home 4.09(b), 7.08(k), 7.10(d) Altered bat 6.06(d), AST-3.b Retouch during dead ball 7.10(b).AR.2 Apparent fourth 7.10.NOTE.1 Runner fails to touch awarded base 7.04.NOTE, BB-8.05.AR Base tagged before runner reaching 7.08(e) Mitt Bat touches ball second time 6.05(g) Catcher 1.12 Batter changes boxes while pitcher is ready 6.06(b) First baseman 1.13 Batter interferes with catcher 6.06(c), 6.06(c).2 Mound Batter out on dropped third strike 6.05(c) Pitcher leaves BB-Reg.VI(b) Batter tagged before touching first 6.05(i) Mound, trips to See Visit to pitcher Batter touched by third strike 6.05(e) Must Batting out of order 6.07(a), 6.07(b).1 No such rule 7.08(a).3 Bunted foul on third strike 2.00 STRIKE, 6.05(c) No pitch Fair ball touches batter 6.05(f) Ball slips from pitcher's hand BB-8.01(d) Fly ball caught 6.05(a) Catcher not in position to receive pitch SB-8.01(i) Fourth, during appeal 7.10.NOTE.1 Catcher outside catcher's box SB-8.04(c) Head-first slide while advancing 7.08(a).4 Pitcher pitches during dead ball SB-8.04(a) Illegal bat 6.06(d), AST-3.b Runner leaves base early AST-SB-3.d, SB-7.08(a).5, SB-7.13, Improper batter 6.07(b).1 SB-8.04(b) Infield fly declared 6.05(d) NOCSAE Interference by batter or runner after being put out 7.09(e) Batting helmet must meet standards 1.16 Leaving early AST-SB-3.d, SB-7.08(a).5 Catcher's helmet must have stamp 1.17 No outs during dead ball 5.02 Objective Pitch touches runner trying to score 6.05(m) Of game 1.02, 1.03, 5.04, 5.05 Runner abandons baseline 7.08(a).2

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Out (Cont'd) Pinch hitter (Cont'd) Runner does not slide or attempt to avoid fielder 7.08(a).3 Pitcher must pitch to 3.05(a-b) Runner fails to retouch base after catch 7.08(d), 7.10(a) Takes replaced player's place in batting order 4.04 Runner fails to touch base 7.10(b) Unannounced 3.08(a).2 Runner intentionally interferes with thrown ball 7.08(b), 7.09(j) Pinch runner, special 7.14, AST-10(g), AST-BB-3.d, AST-SB-3.e Runner interferes with fielder 7.08(b), 7.09(j) Pine tar Runner makes travesty of game 7.08(i) Use prohibited BB-1.10.NOTE.2, SB-1.10.NOTE.1 Runner misses base 7.10(b) Pins See Jewelry Runner out of baseline to avoid tag 7.08(a).1 Pitch Runner out on interference 7.09.PENALTY Appeal must be made before 6.07(b).NOTE, 7.08(d), 7.10 Runner tagged before reaching base 7.08(e) Automatic strike 6.02(c), AST-3.a Runner tagged while off base 7.08(c) Ball slips from pitcher's hand BB-8.01(d), SB-8.07(a) Third strike 6.05(b), AST-3.c Batter hit by pitch that bounces 2.00 BALL Outfield Batter hits ball with foot out of box 5.09(d) Distance to fence 1.04 Batter hits pitch that bounces 2.00 BALL, 2.00 IN FLIGHT Overrunning first base 7.08(j) Batter must attempt to avoid being hit by pitch 6.08(b).2 Painted helmets Batter steps out of box Batter 1.16 Pitcher balks 4.06(3) Catcher 1.17 Pitcher pitches 6.02(b).PENALTY Passed ball Batter swings at pitch that bounces 2.00 BALL, 2.00 IN FLIGHT Batting out of order 6.07(b) Batter touched by third strike 6.05(e) Passing preceding runner 4.11(c).AR, 7.08(h) Bounces through strike zone 2.00 BALL, 2.00 IN FLIGHT Patch, Little League shoulder 1.11(a).2 Dead ball SB-8.04(a) Penalty Delivered in 1-10 seconds SB-8.01(f) Balk BB-8.05 Dropped ball SB-8.07(a) Batter steps out of box BB-8.02(a).6 Pitcher balks 4.06(3) Goes out of play 7.05(h) Pitcher pitches 6.02(b).PENALTY Hand not farther from body than elbow SB-8.01(p) Batting out of order 6.07(b), 6.07.NOTE Hit with batter's foot out of batter's box 2.00 ILLEGALLY BATTED BALL, Bench conduct 4.08 6.06(a) Catcher leaves box during intentional walk 4.03(a) Hits batter 5.09(a), SB-8.01.NOTE, SB-8.05.NOTE Delay of game 8.02(b) Hits batter in strike zone 6.08(b).NOTE Ejection 9.05(c) Hits runner trying to score BB-5.09(h) Illegal pitch 2.00 ILLEGAL PITCH, BB-8.02(a), BB-8.05, SB-8.01 Illegal 5.09(c), BB-8.05.PENALTY Improper batter 6.07(b), 6.07.NOTE Is a "ball" if 2.00 BALL Intentional damage to ball 3.02 Is a "strike" if 2.00 STRIKE Interference 7.09, 7.11 Legal delivery is underhand SB-8.01(a) None if batter ill/injured 4.04 Legalizes previous batter 6.07(c) Obstruction 7.06(a-b) Lodges in equipment 5.09(g) Pitcher brings hand to mouth 8.02(a).1 Lodges in umpire's mask 7.05(i) Runner leaves base early AST-SB-3.d, SB-7.08(a).5 Mud ball BB-8.02(a).6 Unsportsmanlike conduct 4.08 Must be delivered within 20 seconds BB-8.04, SB-8.01(v) Pinch hitter Pitcher intentionally pitches at batter BB-8.02(c) Manager must immediately report 3.06 Pitcher must face batter BB-8.05(f) Multiple substitution 3.03.NOTE.2 Pitcher shall take legal position 4.03(b)

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Pitch (Cont'd) Pitcher (Cont'd) Quick BB-8.05(e), SB-8.05(c) Cannot play catcher after pitching 41 pitches AST-BB-4(d).NOTE, Released below hip SB-8.01(p) BB-Reg.VI(c) Shine ball BB-8.02(a).6 Catcher cannot pitch after catching four or more innings BB-Reg.VI(a) Spitball BB-8.02(a).3, BB-8.02(a).6 Considered infielder for infield fly 2.00 INFIELD FLY Start of SB-8.01(k-l) Defaces ball BB-8.02(a).5, SB-8.02(a).3 Sticks in fence 7.05(h) Delays game 8.02(b), BB-8.04, BB-8.05(h), SB-8.01(v) Third strike not caught 2.00 BALL, AST-3.c Delivers during dead ball SB-8.04(a) Touched with detached equipment 7.05(j) Delivers pitch 5.03 Touches batter 5.09(a), 6.05(e), 6.08(b) Delivery of single pitch constitutes inning AST-4(c), SB-Reg.VI(b) Touches batter in strike zone 2.00 STRIKE, 6.08(b).1 Disengages from pitcher's plate BB-8.01(e) Touches batter's clothing 5.09(a) Disengaging pitching plate SB-8.01(g) Touches ground 2.00 BALL Does not stop in set position BB-8.05(m) Touches ground and bounces through strike zone 2.00 IN FLIGHT Dropped ball SB-8.07(a) Touches runner trying to score 6.05(m), BB-5.09(h) Drops ball BB-8.05(j), SB-8.01(u) Touches umpire 5.08 Eligibility BB-Reg.VI(a), SB-Reg.VI(b), SB-Reg.VI(e).4 Underhand SB-8.01(a), SB-8.01(p) Eligibility after forfeit SB-Reg.VI(e).5 Warm-up BB-8.03, SB-8.03(a) Eligibility in 4.11(e), 4.12, AST-BB-4(h-i), Pitch count BB-Reg.VI.NOTE.2, BB-Reg.VI.NOTE.3, Balk BB-2.00 ILLEGAL PITCH SB-Reg.VI(e).1, SB-Reg.VI(e).5 Illegal pitch BB-2.00 ILLEGAL PITCH Eligibility, in doubleheader Manager is responsible BB-Reg.VI(g) I/J/S SB-Reg.VI(e).3 Maximum pitches per day AST-BB-4(d), BB-Reg.VI(c) M/M SB-Reg.VI(e).3 Must be provided when requested BB-Reg.VI(g) Expectorates on ball BB-8.02(a).3 Protest AST-BB-4(h-i), BB-Reg.VI(h) Fails to deliver pitch BB-8.05(a), SB-8.01(l) Regulation tie games BB-Reg.VI.NOTE.2 Fails to step directly toward base BB-8.05(c) Responsibility for BB-Reg.VI(e-g) Feints to first base BB-8.05(b) Rest limit reached during at-bat BB-Reg.VI(e).EXCEPTION Free foot on or behind pitching plate SB-8.01(d) Suspended games BB-Reg.VI.NOTE.2 Glove color 1.15(a) Pitcher Glove, foreign material prohibited 1.15(b) 12-year-old cannot pitch in Minors BB-Reg.VI(j), SB-Reg.VI(a), Hand not farther from body than elbow SB-8.01(p) SB-Reg.VI(e).4 Hands must be separated when taking SB-8.01(c) Additional revolution of arm SB-8.01(t) Hands separated while taking sign SB-8.01(e) Ambidextrous BB-8.01(f) Hidden ball trick BB-8.05(i) Applies foreign substance to ball BB-8.02(a).2, SB-8.02(a).1, Illegal pitch during appeal 7.10.NOTE.2 SB-8.05(b) Illegal pitch with bases unoccupied BB-8.01(d) Balks during appeal 7.10.NOTE.2 Ineligible, may be protested Ball slips from hand SB-8.07(a) Regular season BB-Reg.VI(h), SB-Reg.VI(e) Batting glove BB-1.15(b), SB-1.15(d) Tournament AST-B Becomes infielder BB-8.01(e) Ineligible, must deliver pitch to batter to be in violation 4.19.AR Begins natural motion BB-8.01(a), SB-8.01(l) Ineligible, not required to pitch 4.19.AR Blowing on hands in cold weather BB-8.02(a).1.EX Ineligible, protest 4.19(d) Both feet must be on ground SB-8.01(b) Ineligible, removed after being announced BB-Reg.VI.NOTE.1, Bounces ball SB-8.01(u) SB-Reg.VI(e) Brings hand to mouth 8.02(a).1

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Pitcher (Cont'd) Pitcher (Cont'd) Ineligible, removed after warm-up 4.19.AR, BB-Reg.VI.NOTE.1, Need not come to complete stop in set position (M/M) BB-8.01(b) SB-Reg.VI(e) Neoprene sleeves BB-1.11(a).3 Ineligible, shall be removed from mound 4.19(d) No limit per game BB-Reg.VI(a) Injury 8.06.AR.1, BB-8.03 No limit per week SB-Reg.VI(e).4 Innings per day SB-Reg.VI(b) On or astride pitcher's plate without ball SB-8.01(j) Intentional damage to ball 3.02 On or astride plate without ball BB-8.05(i) Intentionally pitches at batter BB-8.02(c) Pitches intentionally damaged ball 3.02 Items on hands/wrists/arms 1.11(a).3 Pitching in consecutive games AST-BB-4(f), BB-Reg.VI(d) Items worn on arm SB-1.15(c), SB-8.02(a).2 Pitching in more than one game a day 4.12 Leaving the mound BB-Reg.VI(b) Pitching in more than one game per day AST-BB-4(g) Lifts foot off pitcher's plate SB-8.01(h) Pivot foot must be in contact with pitcher's plate SB-8.01(g), SB-8.05(a) Limit of 5 per game Pivot foot not contacting plate 2.00 ILLEGAL PITCH Does not apply in AST AST-4(a) Pivot foot on top of pitching plate SB-8.01(d) Regular season SB-Reg.VI(d) Position SB-8.01(c) Makes or fakes play while in 8-foot circle AST-SB-3.d, SB-7.08(a).5 Protest for ineligible 4.19(d) Makes pitching motion not in contact with plate BB-8.05(g), BB-8.05(i) Quick Pitch BB-8.05(e), SB-8.05(c) Manager/coach may not warm up... 3.09, Reg.XIV(f) Removed as a pitcher may not return (M/M) BB-3.03(c) Mandatory rest AST-4(e), BB-Reg.VI(d), SB-Reg.VI(b) Removes hand from ball SB-8.01(k), SB-8.01(m) Maximum pitches per day AST-BB-4(d), BB-Reg.VI(c) Removes hand from ball without pitching (I/J/S) BB-8.05(l) Maximum visits per game 8.06(b), AST-7 Replacement must pitch to at least one batter 3.05(b) Maximum visits per inning 8.06(a), AST-7 Requests replacement ball 3.01(e).3 May not pitch elsewhere during Tournament AST-4(b) Rest limit reached during at-bat BB-Reg.VI(e).EXCEPTION May not pitch in more than one game per day (M/M) BB-Reg.VI(k) Rest, mandatory AST-4(e), BB-Reg.VI(d), SB-Reg.VI(b) May not pitch in second game in day if threw 31+ pitches in firstBB-Reg.VI(k) game (I/J/S) Returning to the mound SB-3.03(c), SB-Reg.VI(c) May pitch in up to two games per day (I/J/S) BB-Reg.VI(k) Rubs ball on glove, person or clothing BB-8.02(a).4 May step backwards before hands come together SB-8.01(g) Set position BB-8.01(b) May take one step SB-8.01(h) Shall not intentionally illegal pitch 8.02(b) May throw to base BB-8.01(c) Shall take legal position when delivering pitch 4.03(b) May throw to base from pitcher's plate BB-8.01(a-b) Shall take signs while on pitcher's plate BB-8.01, SB-8.01(e) May use rosin bag BB-8.02(a).NOTE, SB-8.02(a).1 Shoulders must be aligned with first and third base SB-8.01(c) Moving to another position 3.03(c), AST-SB-4(d), BB-Reg.VI(b), Spitball BB-8.02(a).6 SB-Reg.VI(c) Spits on ball BB-8.02(a).3 Moving to another position (I/J/S) AST-10(h) Starter must pitch to at least one batter 3.05(a) Must be in contact with pitcher's plate when delivering pitch 4.03(b) Starts and stops delivery BB-8.05(a) Must choose which arm with which to pitch BB-8.01(f) Step backwards SB-8.01(g) Must come to complete stop in set position (I/J/S) BB-8.01(b) Steps back off pitcher's plate BB-8.01(e) Must face batter BB-8.05(f) Stop or reversal of pitching motion SB-8.01(n) Must pitch to at least one batter 3.05(a-b) Substitute, unannounced 3.08(a).1 Must pitch within 20 seconds BB-8.04, SB-8.01(v) T-shirt color 1.11(a).3 Must present ball in front of body SB-8.01(f) Tee-ball, must keep both feet on pitcher's plate BB-8.01(g) Must step ahead of throw to base BB-8.01(c) Throws ball out of play 7.05(h) Must step off plate while making appeal SB-7.10 Throws one warm-up pitch 3.08(a).1 Must step off with pivot foot BB-8.01(a) Throws to unoccupied base BB-8.05(d) Must take sign with hands separated SB-8.01(e) Tournament

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Pitcher (Cont'd) Pitching motion (Cont'd) Tournament (Cont'd) Stop or reversal of SB-8.01(n) May not pitch elsewhere during AST-4(b) Windmill SB-8.01(o) Tournament rules AST-4 Pivot foot Two revolutions of arm SB-8.01(o) Crow hop SB-2.00 CROW HOP, SB-8.01(r) Unannounced substitution 3.08(a).1 Definition 2.00 PIVOT FOOT Underhand delivery SB-8.01(a), SB-8.01(p) Disengaging from pitcher's plate BB-8.01(e) Undershirt color 1.11(a).3 Disengaging from set position BB-8.01(b) Visit may be at mound 8.06, AST-7 Disengaging from windup position BB-8.01(a) Visit not charged to evaluate injury 8.06.AR.1 In set position BB-8.01(b) Visit not charged when changed 8.06.AR.1 In windup position BB-8.01(a) Visits per batter 8.06(c) Leaping SB-2.00 LEAPING, SB-8.01(s) Visits to, by manager 8.06, AST-7 Lifts off ground SB-8.01(s) Warm-up pitches BB-8.03, SB-8.03(a) May drag off pitcher's plate SB-8.01(s) White undershirts BB-1.11(a).3 May turn or slide across pitcher's plate SB-8.01(h) Windmill motion SB-8.01(o) Must be in contact with pitcher's plate SB-8.05(a) Windup position BB-8.01(a) Must be on top of pitching plate SB-8.01(d) Wiping hand 8.02(a).1 Must remain in contact with pitcher's plate SB-8.01(g-h) Wristbands 1.11(a).3, SB-1.15(c), SB-8.02(a).2 Must step off plate while making appeal SB-7.10 Pitcher's mound Not in contact with pitcher's plate 2.00 ILLEGAL PITCH Manager may visit pitcher at 8.06 Plate meeting Manager may visit pitcher at) AST-7 Before the start of the game 4.01, 4.01(a-b), 9.03(d).1 Pitcher's plate Plate umpire Dimensions 1.07 Calls balls and strikes 9.04(a).1 Disengaging SB-8.01(g) Calls fair and foul balls 9.04(a).2 Distance from home plate 1.07 Duties 9.04(a) Height above ground 1.04 Informs official scorer of lineup changes 9.04(a).4 Pitcher drops ball while on BB-8.05(j), SB-8.01(u) Makes all decisions on batters 9.04(a).3 Pitcher lifts foot off SB-8.01(h) Positioned behind catcher 9.04(a) Pitcher makes pitching motion not in contact with BB-8.05(g), Play BB-8.05(i) Appeal must be made before 6.07(b).NOTE, 7.08(d), 7.10 Pitcher may drag foot off SB-8.01(s) Balk considered a play 7.10 Pitcher must start in contact with 4.03(b) First play by 7.05(g) Pitcher on or astride without ball BB-8.05(i), SB-8.01(j) On unannounced substitution 3.08(b) Pitcher shall take signs on BB-8.01, SB-8.01(e) Pitcher must be on plate to resume play 5.11 Pitcher steps back off of BB-8.01(e) Umpire calls "Play" 3.12, 5.02 Stepping back SB-8.01(g) Umpire suspends 4.11(d) Tee-ball, pitcher must keep both feet on BB-8.01(g) Player Pitcher's rubber See Pitcher's plate Arriving late may be added to lineup 4.01 Pitching motion Athletic supporters required for males 1.17 Additional revolution of arm SB-8.01(t) Award to injured 5.10(c).1 Follow-through SB-8.01(q) Bats out of order 6.07(a-c) Hand not farther from body than elbow SB-8.01(p) Casts prohibited on field 1.11(k) Pitcher removes hand from ball SB-8.01(k), SB-8.01(m) Causes illegal pitch or balk 4.06(3) Start of SB-8.01(l) Concussion Reg.III(d).NOTE.3

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Player (Cont'd) Player (Cont'd) Conditions for re-entry AST-10(b), AST-10(i) Shall not object to judgment call 9.02(a) Cup required for catcher 1.17 Shall not sit in stands 3.09 Declining to move to Major division Reg.VIII(b) Shall wear identical, numbered uniforms 1.11(a).1 Defensive, protective helmets 1.16 Starter may re-enter once AST-10(i) Derogatory language 4.06(2) Starter re-entry 3.03, AST-10(b) Distracts batter 4.06(4) Steps into dead ball territory 5.10(f) Ejected, may not be present at facility for next game 4.07 Substitute Ejected, must leave field 4.07 May not re-enter AST-10(i) Ejected, not eligible for re-entry 3.03.NOTE.3, 4.17, AST-10(a) Substitute re-entry 3.03, AST-10(b) Ejected, pre-game and post-game 4.07 Substitute, unannounced 3.08 Ejected, suspended for at least next game 4.07 Team cannot field nine players 4.16 Ejection 5.10(g) Tee-ball may use more than nine 1.01 Falls into stands 5.10(f) Unannounced substitution 3.08 Glove 1.12, 1.13, 1.14 Unsportsmanlike conduct Reg.XIV(a) Ill or injured 4.04 Uses language reflecting on opponents, umpires, spectators 4.06(2) Incites spectators 4.06(1) Visit to pitcher not charged to evaluate player injury 8.06.AR.1 Ineligible, may be protested Players Tournament AST-C Number per team Reg.III(a) Ineligible, protest 4.19(d) Pool Injury 3.03.NOTE.3, 4.17, 5.10(c), 8.06.AR.1, AST-10(a), AST-8 Players Reg.V(c) Intentional damage to ball 3.02 Position Jewelry prohibited 1.11(j) Bases 1.06 Leaves bench during altercation 9.01(e), AST-17 Home plate 1.05 Leaves position during altercation 9.01(e), AST-17 Player leaves during altercation 9.01(e), AST-17 May stand anywhere in fair territory 4.03(c) Protest Multiple substitution 3.03.NOTE.2 Committee 4.19(f) Must be eligible and in uniform to be on bench 3.17 Does not apply to regulations 4.19.NOTE.1 Must be in bench when not active 2.00 BENCH OR DUGOUT, 3.17 Equipment not basis for 4.19(a), AST-A Must present proof of age Reg.IV(b) Illegal substitution AST-10(f) Must re-enter in original position in batting order AST-10(i) Ineligible pitcher Must start in fair territory 4.03 Regular season BB-Reg.VI(h), SB-Reg.VI(e) Non-competitive minors may use more than nine 1.01 Tournament AST-B Ordered off field 5.10(g) Ineligible player Play on unannounced substitution 3.08(b) Tournament AST-C Pool Reg.V(c) Ineligible player or pitcher 4.19(d) Protest for ineligible 4.19(d) Interpretation of playing rules 4.19(a), AST-A Removal from team Reg.IV(a).NOTE.2 Judgment calls not protestable 4.19(a), AST-A Removed as a pitcher may not return (M/M) BB-3.03(c) Minor division 4.19(g) Removes batting helmet 1.16.AR Must be made before next play 4.19(c) Residency Reg.II Must be made before umpires leave field (ineligible player/pitcher) 4.19(d) School Reg.II Only manager has right to protest 4.19(b) Selection of Reg.V Pitch count AST-BB-4(h-i), BB-Reg.VI(h) Shall be on bench except when... Reg.XIV(b) Procedure for 4.19(c-d), AST-A Shall not address/mingle with spectators 3.09 Tee-ball, no protests 4.19(h)

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Protest (Cont'd) Reverse (Cont'd) Tournament Making travesty of game 7.08(i) Forfeits AST-A.NOTE.1 Required 7.02, 7.10(b) Must be made before next play (playing rules) AST-A.NOTE.2 To confuse defense 7.08(i) Must be made before umpires leave field Rings See Jewelry Ineligible pitcher AST-B Rosin Ineligible player AST-C Applied to ball 3.02, BB-8.02(a).NOTE, SB-8.02(a).1 Mandatory play AST-A.NOTE.3 Applied to glove BB-8.02(a).NOTE, SB-8.02(a).1 Umpires shall consult 4.19(c) May be applied to hand 2.00 ILLEGAL PITCH, BB-8.02(a).NOTE, Violation of playing rules 4.19(a), AST-A SB-8.02(a).1 Protest committee 4.19(f) Rubber, pitcher's See Pitcher's plate Quick Pitch Rule book Balk BB-8.05(e) Must be present at site AST-3 Definition 2.00 QUICK RETURN Rules, situations not covered by 9.01(c) Illegal pitch BB-8.05(e), SB-8.05(c) Run Intent to catch batter off guard 2.00 QUICK RETURN 10-run rule 4.10(e), AST-12 Is illegal 2.00 ILLEGAL PITCH 15-run rule 4.10(e), AST-12 Quick Return Does not score if third out is on Definition 2.00 QUICK RETURN BR before first base 4.09(a).EX.1 Intent to catch batter off guard 2.00 QUICK RETURN Preceding runner missing base 4.09(a).EX.3, 7.12 Rain See Weather Runner forced to advance 4.09(a).EX.2 Re-entry Fifteen-run rule 4.10(e), AST-12 Designated hitter SR-3.03(a), SR-3.03(c) How one scores 4.09(a), 5.06 Multiple substitution 3.03.NOTE.2 Number scored at completion of game 4.11 Must re-enter in original position in batting order AST-10(i) Runner from third and BR must advance to end game 4.09(b) Of starting player 3.03, AST-10(b), AST-10(i) Ten-run rule 4.10(e), AST-12 Of substitute player 3.03, AST-10(b), AST-10(i) Runner Player ejected not eligible for 3.03.NOTE.3, 4.17, AST-10(a) Abandons baseline 7.08(a).2 Regulation game 4.10, 4.10(a), AST-13 Acquires base 7.01 Report Advanced by improper batter 6.07(b).2 Ejections 9.05(a-b) Advances past base awarded 7.06(b).NOTE.1 Forfeit 4.18 Advances without liability to be put out 7.04(a) Protest 4.19(e) Assisted by base coach 7.09(h) Rest Awarded four bases 7.05(a) Mandatory, pitcher AST-4(e), SB-Reg.VI(b) Awarded one base 7.04(b), 7.05(h-j), 7.07 Retouch Awarded one base only if forced 7.04(a) After foul ball not caught 5.09(f) Awarded three bases 7.05(b-c) After infield fly 2.00 INFIELD FLY Awarded two bases 6.09(e-g), 7.05(d-g) Flying start prohibited 7.10(a) Balk 5.09(c) Legal following first touch of fly ball 7.08(d).NOTE Ball slips from pitcher's hand SB-8.07(a) Preceding runner fails to 7.12 Base breaks loose from its position 1.06.NOTE.1, 7.08(c).AR.2, Runner fails to, after catch 7.08(d), 7.10(a) 7.08(c).AR.3 Runner must retouch bases in reverse order 7.02, 7.10(b) Base tagged before reaching 7.08(e) Runner shall retouch bases in reverse order 7.02 Bat touches ball second time 6.05(g) Reverse base running Batter becomes 6.04, 6.09

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Runner (Cont'd) Runner (Cont'd) Batter hit by pitch 5.09(a), 6.08(b) Misses base 7.04.NOTE, 7.10(b) Batter hit by pitch not entitling to award 6.08(b).AR Must immediately advance or retreat AST-SB-3.d, SB-7.08(a).5 Batter intentionally deflects foul ball 6.05(h), 7.09(b) Must retouch bases in reverse order 7.02 Batter interferes with play at plate 7.08(g), 7.09(c) Must return if interference is called 2.00 INTERFERENCE Batting helmet required 1.16 Must touch bases in order 7.02 Courtesy runner prohibited 3.04 Obstruction Does not slide or attempt to avoid fielder with ball 7.08(a).3 On runner being played upon 7.06(a) Dropped ball SB-8.07(a) On runner not being played upon 7.06(b) Fails to retouch base after catch 7.08(d), 7.10(a) Out for batter's interference 7.09(g) Fails to touch awarded base BB-8.05.AR Out on interference 7.09.PENALTY Fails to touch base 7.04.NOTE, 7.10(b) Overrunning or over-sliding first base 7.08(c).EX, 7.08(j), 7.10(c) Fails to touch home plate 7.08(k), 7.10(d) Overrunning or over-sliding first base (base on balls) 7.08(c).AR.1 Fair ball touches fielder 7.04(a) Passes preceding runner 4.11(c).AR, 7.08(h) Fielder falls into stands or dugout after catch 7.04(b) Pitch lodges in equipment 5.09(g) Flying start prohibited 7.10(a) Pitch touches batter 5.09(a) Following runner out when tagged when two on a base 7.03 Pitch touches runner in strike zone 6.05(m) Force re-instated if runner retreats across base 7.08(e) Pitch touches runner while trying to score 6.05(m), BB-5.09(h) Force removed if following runner out 7.08(e) Preceding runner entitled to base 7.03 Force removed when runner touches base 7.08(e) Preceding runner fails to touch or retouch base 7.12 Forced to advance 7.04(a) Preceding, interference 6.05(l) Foul ball 5.09(e) Refuses to advance 4.09(b) Head-first slide 7.08(a).4 Retouch missed base during dead ball 7.10(b).AR.2 Hit by pitch while trying to score 6.05(m), BB-5.09(h) Runs bases in reverse order 7.08(i) Home run 7.05(a) Runs out of baseline to avoid tag 7.08(a).1 Intentional interference with double play 7.09(f) Slides head-first while advancing 7.08(a).4 Interference by preceding 6.05(l) Special pinch 7.14, AST-10(g), AST-BB-3.d, AST-SB-3.e Interferes after being put out 7.09(e) Starts toward bench 7.08(j-k), 7.10(d) Interferes with fielder 7.08(b), 7.09(j) Substitute, unannounced 3.08(a).4 Interferes with thrown ball 7.08(b), 7.09(j) Tagged before reaching base 7.08(e) Leaves base early Tagged while off base 7.08(c) Ball does not leave infield BB-7.13(c) Touched by ball deflected by infielder 5.09(f).NOTE Batter does not hit ball BB-7.13(a) Touched by fair ball 5.09(f) Batter hits ball BB-7.13(b) Touched by fair ball after passes fielder 6.09(c) No pitch SB-8.04(b) Touched by fair ball before passes fielder 6.08(d), 7.08(f), 7.09(k) Runner is out AST-SB-3.d, SB-7.08(a).5 Touched by infield fly while off base 7.08(f).NOTE.1 Umpire shall throw flag BB-7.13.NOTE.1 Touched by infield fly while on base 7.08(f).EX BB-7.13(c) Two runners occupying base 7.03 Loses right to base 7.01 Umpire interferes with catcher's throw 5.09(b) May advance after foul ball caught 7.08(d).NOTE Unannounced substitution 3.08(a).4 May advance on infield fly 2.00 INFIELD FLY Runners May advance when fly ball first touched 2.00 CATCH, 7.08(d).NOTE Awarded one base May leave base when fly ball first touched 2.00 CATCH If stealing 7.04(c) May not return to previous base 7.01 Awarded one base only if forced 5.09(a) Missed base, following runner scores 7.10(b).AR.1 Running lane

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Running lane (Cont'd) Slide Batter runs outside 6.05(j) Head-first 7.08(a).4 Dimension 1.04 No "must slide" rule 7.08(a).3 Schedule Runner does not slide or attempt to avoid fielder 7.08(a).3 Minimum games per season Reg.VII(a) Snap throw BB-8.01(c) Minimum games per week Reg.VII(b) Softball See Ball (equipment) Split Reg.VII(e), Reg.VIII(e) Special games Reg.IX School Special pinch runner 7.14, AST-10(g), AST-BB-3.d, AST-SB-3.e Player Residency Reg.II Spectators Residency Reg.II Interference 2.00 INTERFERENCE, 3.16 Score League must keep off field 3.18 How a team scores 4.09(a) Manager, coach or player incites 4.06(1) Of a forfeited game 2.00 FORFEITED GAME Managers/coaches shall not address/mingle with 3.09 Season On field 9.01(f) Minimum games per Reg.VII(a) Team may refuse to play until cleared 3.18 Split schedule Reg.VII(e), Reg.VIII(e) Unruly 9.01(g) Second base Spikes See Shoe Must disengage its anchor 1.06 Squeeze play Selection of players Reg.V Batter interferes with 7.08(g) Senior League division Catcher's interference during 7.07 Age requirements Reg.IV(a) Pitch touches runner in strike zone 6.05(m) Mandatory play Reg.IV(i) Pitch touches runner while trying to score 6.05(m), BB-5.09(h) Set position Starting pitcher Definition BB-8.01(b) Injured 3.05(a) May not go into from windup position BB-8.01(a) Must pitch to first batter 3.05(a) Pitcher does not stop BB-8.05(m) Official designated 3.05(a) Pitcher may pitch, step off or throw to base BB-8.01(b) Starting player Pitcher must come to complete stop (I/J/S) BB-8.01(b) Cannot be in game with substitute AST-10(e) Pitcher need not come to complete stop (M/M) BB-8.01(b) May re-enter once AST-10(i) Stretch prior to assuming BB-8.01(b) Must re-enter in original position in batting order AST-10(i) Shoe Re-entry 3.03, AST-10(b) Metal spikes or cleats 1.11(h-i), 9.06 Starting the game Nothing attached to other than toe plate 1.11(g) Plate meeting 4.01, 4.01(a-c), 9.03(d).1 Removable cleats 1.11(h).AR Position of the players 4.03, 4.03(a-c) Toe plate 1.11(g) Teams take positions 4.02 Shoulder patch, Little League 1.11(a).2 Stealing signs Signs Unsportsmanlike conduct 9.01(d), AST-BB-3.3, AST-SB-3.f Base coaches must remain in coaches' box 4.05(c) Stolen base Pitcher must take while on pitcher's plate BB-8.01 Batting out of order 6.07(b) To incite spectators 4.06(1) Catcher interferes with batter during 7.04(c) Situations not covered by rules 9.01(c) Stretch position See Set position Size Strike Base 1.06 Automatic 6.02(c), AST-3.a Home plate 1.05 Balk neither ball nor strike BB-8.05.PENALTY Sleeve See Uniform Batter hit by pitch in strike zone 6.08(b).NOTE

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Strike (Cont'd) Suspended game (Cont'd) Batter touched by third 6.05(e) Tournament rules AST-11 Bunt must be called a strike if bat is not removed from zone SB-2.00 BUNT Umpire sole judge as to whether to resume 3.10(b) Foul ball with less than two strikes 2.00 STRIKE Unruly spectators 9.01(g) Foul ball with two strikes 2.00 STRIKE Suspension Foul tip 2.00 STRIKE One game, following ejection 4.07 Passes through strike zone 2.00 STRIKE Tournament AST-18 Pitch touches batter in strike zone 2.00 STRIKE T-shirt Third strike not caught 2.00 BALL, 2.00 IN FLIGHT, AST-3.c Color, pitcher's 1.11(a).3 Touches batter 6.08(b).1 Recommended uniform for Minor and Tee-ball divisions 1.11(b) Umpire-in-chief calls 9.04(a).1 Tag Strike zone Base tagged before runner reaching 7.08(e) Definition 2.00 STRIKE ZONE Fake tag considered obstruction 2.00 OBSTRUCTION Determined according to batter's normal stance 2.00 STRIKE ZONE Of batter before reaching first 6.05(i) Pitch touches runner while trying to score 6.05(m), BB-5.09(h) Runner runs out of baseline to avoid 7.08(a).1 Substitute player Runner tagged before reaching base 7.08(e) Cannot be in game with starter AST-10(e) Runner tagged while off base 7.08(c) May not re-enter AST-10(i) Tag-up See Retouch Must meet mandatory play before being removed AST-10(c) Team Substitution Delays game 4.15(6) Defensive while on defense, offensive while at bat 3.03(f), AST-10(d) Girls softball teams may not play boy's softball teams SB-Reg.VII(j) Designated hitter SR-3.03(c) May refuse to play unless field cleared of spectators 3.18 In suspended games 4.12 Minimum/maximum participants of particular league age. Reg.III(c) Manager must immediately report 3.06 Must have at least nine players 1.01, 4.16 Multiple substitution 3.03.NOTE.2 Non-competitive minors may use more than nine players 1.01 Regular season rules 3.03, AST-10(b) Refuses to continue play 4.15(2) Special pinch runner 7.14, AST-10(g), AST-BB-3.d, AST-SB-3.e Refuses to remove player from game 4.15(4) Substitute must complete mandatory play 3.03.NOTE.1 Refuses to resume play within one minute 4.15(3) Takes replaced player's place in batting order 4.04 Refuses to start play 4.15(1) Tournament rules AST-10 Roster filing dates Reg.IV(g) Umpire shall immediately announce 3.07 Roster size Reg.III(a) Unannounced 3.08 Selection of players Reg.V Unannounced, play on 3.08(b) Tee-ball may use more than nine players 1.01 Suspended game Unable to field nine players 3.03.NOTE.3, 4.17, AST-10(a) Game coordinator not present 9.03(d).2 Willfully and persistently violates rules 4.15(5) Game coordinator sole judge as to whether to resume 9.03(d).5 Tee-ball division Pitch count BB-Reg.VI.NOTE.2, BB-Reg.VI.NOTE.3 Age requirements Reg.IV(a) Pitching eligibility 4.11(e), 4.12, AST-BB-4(h-i), BB-Reg.VI.NOTE.2, All players on roster have batted 5.07 BB-Reg.VI.NOTE.3, SB-Reg.VI(e).1-2, SB-Reg.VI(e).5 All players shall play defensively 3.17 Players not on original lineup may be added 4.01 Ball travels less than 15 feet 2.00 FOUL BALL Regular season rules 4.10(d) Bat hits tee 2.00 FOUL BALL Resumed from point of suspension 4.10(d), AST-11 Bat marking BB-1.10.NOTE.3, SB-1.10.NOTE.2 Shall be resumed 4.11(e), 4.12 Batting order shall contain entire roster 2.00 BATTING ORDER Shall not be called for at least 30 minutes 3.10(b) Bunts prohibited 2.00 BUNT Substitutions 4.12 Half-swings prohibited 2.00 BUNT

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Tee-ball division (Cont'd) Throw (Cont'd) does not apply 2.00 INFIELD FLY Fielder deflects with thrown glove 7.05(e) League determines if allowed 2.00 STRIKE Fielder touches with detached equipment 7.05(d) League to determine length of 4.10(f) From set position BB-8.01(b) Manager/coach may be on field Reg.XIV(d) Goes out of play 7.05(g) Mandatory play Reg.IV(i) Goes out of play during appeal 7.10 May use more than nine players 1.01 Hits slanting portion of backstop 7.05(g) No penalty for batting out of order 6.07.NOTE Interference 3.15, 5.08, 7.08(b), 7.09(j) No protests allowed 4.19(h) Pitcher throws to unoccupied base BB-8.05(d) Only one base on overthrow 7.05.NOTE.2 Snap throws by pitcher BB-8.01(c) Only one player in catcher's position 3.17 Sticks in fence 7.05(g) Pitcher must keep both feet on pitcher's plate BB-8.01(g) Wild, by pitcher BB-8.01(e) Recommend no score be kept 1.02 Tie game T-shirt and cap recommended uniform 1.11(b) Halted by umpire 4.11(e), 4.12 Tournament play prohibited Reg.XVII How home team wins 4.10(b).2 Television Reg.XV How visitors win 4.10(b).1 Ten-run rule 4.10(e), AST-12 Shall be resumed 4.11(e), 4.12 Third base Tiebreaker Completely within infield 1.06 Tournament rules AST-14 Must disengage its anchor 1.06 Time limit Third out On first game AST-13, Reg.VII(d) Appeal following 7.10.NOTE.1 On games 4.10(f), Reg.VII(h), Reg.X(a), Reg.X(c) Following runner cannot score 7.12 Timing play 4.09(a) Nullifies run(s) scored if... 4.09(a).EX.1, 4.09(a).EX.2, 4.09(a).EX.3, Tobacco use prohibited Reg.XIV(e) 7.12 Toe plate 1.11(g) Run(s) score if cross plate before 4.09(a) Tournament Teams change sides 5.07 Expenses Reg.XVII(d) Third strike Practices Reg.XVII(a-b) Batter enters dead ball territory on dropped 6.05(b).AR Prohibited for Tee-ball Reg.XVII Batter enters dugout on dropped 6.05(b).AR Try-outs Reg.XVII(a) Batter out if tagged before reaching first (I/J/S) 6.05(i) Tournament Director Batter out when caught (I/J/S/Majors) 6.05(b) Shall establish ground rules AST-3 Batter out whether caught or not (Minors) 6.05(b) Tournament rules Batter starts for bench on dropped 6.05(b).AR Agreements between managers AST-16 Dropped 6.05(i), AST-3.c Ball (equipment) AST-1 Dropped (I/J/S) 6.05(c) Base coaches AST-6 Dropped (J/S) 6.05(b) Fields are neutral AST-2 Not caught (I/J/S) 6.05(c) Forfeits AST-5 Not caught (J/S) 6.05(b) Ground rules AST-3 Not caught, batter becomes runner 6.09(b) Home team determined by coin flip AST-2 Three-foot lane Injury to player AST-8 Batter runs outside 6.05(j) Innings pitched per game AST-SB-4(f) Dimension 1.04 Mandatory play AST-10(c), AST-9 Throw Mandatory rest AST-4(e) Accidentally touches base coach or umpire 5.08 Offensive timeout AST-7

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Tournament rules (Cont'd) Umpire (Cont'd) Pitcher may not pitch elsewhere during AST-4(b) Interferes with catcher's throw 5.09(b) Pitching in consecutive games AST-BB-4(f), AST-SB-4(h) Is in charge of game once home team lineup received 4.01(d) Pitching in more than one game per day AST-BB-4(g) Judgment calls final 9.02(a) Pitching on consecutive days AST-SB-4(g) Judgment calls not protestable 4.19(a), AST-A Pitching rules AST-4 Manager must immediately reports substitutions to 3.06 Regulation game AST-13 May ask for assistance 9.02(c) Replayed game AST-15 May clear bench 4.08 Rule book must be present at site AST-3 May not be replaced unless ill 9.02(d) Substitution AST-10 May not overrule another umpire 9.02(c) Suspended game AST-11 More than one available 9.03(b) Suspension AST-18 Multiple substitution 3.03.NOTE.2 Tiebreaker AST-14 Must file written report of forfeit 4.18 Time limits AST-13 Must submit report of protest 4.19(e) Visits to pitcher AST-7 No adults available 9.03(d) Trips to mound See Visit to pitcher Only one available 9.03(a) Trophies Reg.XII Orders lights turned on 4.14 Try-outs Orders person off the field 5.10(g) Majors and up must attend Reg.IV(f) Remove base coach from box 4.05(a) Umpire Reports ejections to league 9.05(a-b) Accidentally touched by pitch or throw 5.08 Representative of league and Little League Baseball 9.01(b) Additional balls must be available 3.01(d) Required equipment 9.01(a).NOTE Appointed by League President 9.01(a) Responsible for maintaining discipline and order 9.01(a) At least one must be adult 9.01(a), 9.03(a) Shall call "Play" to resume play 3.12 Authority Shall call "Time" when play suspended 3.12 To eject personnel 9.01(d), 9.01(f), AST-BB-3.3, AST-SB-3.f Shall call time only for reasons listed 5.10(h) To enforce rules, penalties 9.01(b) Shall consult with partners in protest situation 4.19(c) To rule on points not covered in rules 9.01(c) Shall have at least two alternate balls 3.01(e) Calls "Play" 3.12, 5.02, 5.11 Shall immediately announce each substitution 3.07 Calls "Play" to start game 5.01 Shall meet managers at plate before game 4.01 Calls "Time" 3.12, 5.02 Shall not call game for at least 30 minutes 3.10(b) Calls game 4.10, 4.10(a), AST-13 Shall provide pitcher replacement ball on request 3.01(e).3 Casts prohibited on field 1.11(k) Shall receive supply of balls 3.01(c) Conflicting decisions 9.04(c) Shall replace ball unfit for use 3.01(e).2 Consults with manager 5.10(e) Shall throw flag when runner leaves early BB-7.13.NOTE.1 Dangling throat guard recommended 9.01(a).NOTE Shall wait for runners to return after foul ball 5.09(e) Decision appealed 9.02(b) Should inspect equipment 3.01(a) Detects intentional damage to ball 3.02 Sole judge of fitness of balls for play 3.01(c) Determines strike zone based on batter's normal stance 2.00 STRIKE ZONE Sole judge of fitness of field after game begins 3.10(b) Different calls made 9.04(c) To take steps to avoid protests 4.19.NOTE.2 Examines ball 5.10(e) Touched by fair ball 5.09(f) Field, duties 9.04(b) Touched by fair ball after passes fielder 6.09(c) Halts regulation tie game 4.11(e) Touched by fair ball before passes fielder 6.08(d) Injury 5.10(c) Umpire's copy of batting order is the official one 4.01(c) Interference 2.00 INTERFERENCE, 6.08(d) Unsportsmanlike conduct Reg.XIV(a)

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Umpire, plate Uniform (Cont'd) Calls balls and strikes 9.04(a).1 Used in catch 2.00 CATCH Calls fair and foul balls 9.04(a).2 White undershirts for pitcher BB-1.11(a).3 Duties 9.04(a) Unsportsmanlike conduct Informs official scorer of lineup changes 9.04(a).4 Bench 4.08 Makes all decisions on batters 9.04(a).3 Coach Reg.XIV(a) Positioned behind catcher 9.04(a) Ejection 4.06, 9.01(d), 9.03(d).4, 9.05(b), AST-BB-3.3, AST-SB-3.f Umpire-in-chief Manager Reg.XIV(a) Announce ground rules 9.03(c).3 Player Reg.XIV(a) Conduct of the game 9.03(c).1 Stealing signs 9.01(d), AST-BB-3.3, AST-SB-3.f Duties 9.03(c) Umpire Reg.XIV(a) One umpire designated 9.03(b) Warning 4.06 Unannounced substitution USABat marking BB-1.10 Batter 3.08(a).2 Vapers prohibited Reg.XIV(e) Fielder 3.08(a).3 Visit to pitcher Pitcher 3.08(a).1 Any other player(s) may be included 8.06(d) Runner 3.08(a).4 Any player may be included AST-7 Undershirt At mound 8.06, AST-7 Color, pitcher's 1.11(a).3 Maximum per same batter 8.06(c) Uniform Maximum to pitcher per game 8.06(b), AST-7 Coach's 1.11(i) Maximum to pitcher per inning 8.06(a), AST-7 Color, pitcher's T-shirt or undershirt 1.11(a).3 May include any other player(s) 8.06(d) Description of legal 1.11(a).1-3, 1.11(b-j) May include any player AST-7 Glass buttons prohibited 1.11(f) Not charged to evaluate injury 8.06.AR.1 Hats or visors optional SB-1.11(a).1 Not charged when pitcher changing 8.06.AR.1 Jewelry prohibited 1.11(j) Visiting team Little League shoulder patch 1.11(a).2 How they win 4.11(b) Manager's 1.11(i) Takes lead in incomplete inning 4.11(d).EX Metal items SB-1.11(j).AR Voluntary Metal on uniform 1.11(f) Release after catch 2.00 CATCH Must be provided by league 1.11(b) Walk See Base on balls Neoprene sleeves for pitcher BB-1.11(a).3 Walkie-talkies 3.17 Pattern resembling baseball prohibited 1.11(e) Warm-up pitches BB-8.03, SB-8.03(a) Pitcher's T-shirt 1.11(a).3 Warning Pitcher's undershirt 1.11(a).3 Bench shows violent disapproval of umpire's call 4.08 Players shall wear identical, numbered uniforms 1.11(a).1 Delay of game 8.02(b) Property of league 1.11(b) Inducing balk 4.06 Required for base coach 4.05(a) Intentional damage to ball 3.02 Shoes 1.11(g) Intentional illegal pitch 8.02(b) Sleeve length 1.11(c) Pitcher applies foreign substance to ball BB-8.02(a).2, SB-8.02(a).1 Sleeves must not be ragged, frayed or slit 1.11(c) Pitcher brings hand to mouth 8.02(a).1 T-shirt color, pitcher 1.11(a).3 Pitcher defaces ball BB-8.02(a).5, SB-8.02(a).3 Tape or other material prohibited 1.11(d) Pitcher expectorates on ball BB-8.02(a).3 Toe plate on shoes 1.11(g) Pitcher intentionally pitches at batter BB-8.02(c) Undershirt color, pitcher 1.11(a).3 Pitcher rubs ball on glove, person or clothing BB-8.02(a).4

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Warning (Cont'd) Pitcher spits on ball BB-8.02(a).3 Spitball BB-8.02(a).3, BB-8.02(a).6 Unsportsmanlike conduct 4.06 Watches See Jewelry Weather Game suspended due to 3.10(b), 4.01(d), 4.12 Makes further play impossible 5.10(a) Minimum 30 minute wait 3.10(b) Week Minimum games per Reg.VII(b) No limit of pitchers per SB-Reg.VI(e).4 Wild pitch Batting out of order 6.07(b) On award to batter 7.05.NOTE.1 Windup position Definition BB-8.01(a) May not go into set position from BB-8.01(a) Pitcher may pitch, step off or throw to base BB-8.01(a) Winner Determined by most runs scored 1.03 Of game 1.03 Wristbands Pitcher SB-1.15(c), SB-8.02(a).2 Youths Serving as coaches 2.00 COACH Serving as umpires 9.01(a) Zone, strike See Strike zone

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