The intent and purpose of the rules are to create a balance of play, to provide equal opportunity between the offense and the defense, to minimize risk, and to create an atmosphere of sporting behavior and fair play. Diamond Club Sports adheres to the National Federation of High School Sports rules. Good sportsmanship and behavior are expected from all of the teams participating in our events. DC Sports reserves the right to make changes to or add additional rules to keep the game fair and competitive.
GAME PARAMETERS:
- Game length: 7 innings; no new inning after 1 hour 45 minutes.
- Run rule: 10 runs after 5 innings of play, unless both coaches agree to continue play.
- Home/visitor designation: Coin flip at home plate with umpire
- Substitutions: Free substitutions in all games
- Batting line-up: Each coach can choose to have as many in the line-up as they see fit.
- Pitching rules: For the health and safety of the players, we recommend adhering to the NFHS pitching guidelines.
- Player/coach ejections: If a player or coach is ejected from a contest, they shall not be allowed to participate in the next scheduled contest of that event.
- Fan ejection: If a fan or spectator is ejected from a contest, they will not be allowed to re-enter for the remainder of that event.
