We do not keep score in T-Ball

In the event an out is made, the runner will leave the base and return to the dugout

A player CAN NOT strike out

NO Bunting allowed.

Coaches MUST place the ball on the tee after every swing, NOT THE CATCHER. Usually the batter will take a practice swing, and the catcher might get hit while trying to put the ball on the tee

All players are eligible to play in the field. “Extra players” will be placed in the outfield. (i.e. – there may be a pitcher, catcher, 1st, 2nd and 3rd basemen and a shortstop. There can be an UNLIMITED number of outfielders.) The only exception is that an outfielder MUST be positioned in the outfield grass and MUST THROW the ball to an infielder to get an out.

Example: With a runner on first, the batter hits a ground ball to the centerfielder. The centerfielder receives the ground ball directly behind second base, and steps on second to force out the runner. In this case, the force out will be disallowed and the runner will be called SAFE, as the outfielder did not “throw the ball in” to an infielder to obtain the force-out.

Coaches, be prepared with your batting and fielding line-up.  Attention spans are short at this age group and your ability to keep things moving for one hour will be appreciated by all.  It will also allow the girls to have a positive experience and bring them back next season.