There are no run limits per inning 

There are no “time limits” 

Drop 3rd strike rule is applied 

Runners can leave the base once the ball leaves the pitchers hand 

Home team takes 1st base dugout and provides the umpire with 2 game balls 

An official game 4 innings or 3-1/2 if the home team is ahead. 6 innings max (unless tied after 6) 

Run Rule Rule 4.10(e) - 15/10 Scenarios Inning(s) Scenario Result After 2.5 innings (the visiting team has batted 3 times but before the home team has come up to bat)  The home team has a lead of 15 runs The umpire will call the game per rule 4.10 After 3 innings (both teams have batted 3 times)  One of the teams has a lead of 15 runs The umpire will call the game per rule 4.10 After 3.5 or 4.5 innings The home team has a lead of 10 runs The umpire will call the game per rule 4.10 After 4 or 5 innings One of the teams has a lead of 10 runs The umpire will call the game per rule 4.10       

Lineup Consists of all players in attendance. A minimum of 8 is required to start/finish. There is no penalty for a missing player if a team has 8 in the lineup.   

Misc Rules:

Tobacco products are not allowed and are forbidden on school grounds, any recreational fields and includes all playing fields at any practice or game - period. This applies to coaches, parents, and all volunteers and spectators. This rule is strictly enforced as violations of the No Tobacco Products rule can cause SHLL to forfeit school and recreational field permits.

There is NO end of season Tournament in Majors.

If you have any questions, email Softball Division Director Jason Calapp [email protected]

Updated 2.27.2024