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Softball League Rules.

1. General Game Rules

  • Game Duration:
    Each game consists of 7 innings or 1 hour of play, whichever comes first. If a game is tied at the end of the time limit, it will go into extra innings with a runner on second base (international tie-breaker rule).

  • Fielding Requirements:
    A team must have at least 8 players to start the game, including 2 female players. The maximum number of players on the field at any given time is 10. This includes:

1 pitcher

1 catcher

2 infielders (1st baseman, 2nd baseman)

2 more infielders (shortstop, 3rd baseman)

3 outfielders (left, center, and right field)

No more than 4 male players are allowed in the outfield at any given time.

  • Batting Order:
    Teams must bat in alternating gender order (male, female, male, female, etc.). In the case of more male players than females, the team must adjust the order to ensure the gender alternates without skipping anyone.

  • Pitching Rules:
    All pitches must be underhand with a maximum speed of 50 mph. A batter will receive one warning for pitches thrown outside the strike zone, after which they will be ruled a ball or strike.

2. Player Conduct & Safety

  • Sportsmanship:
    This is a recreational league, and we expect all players to show good sportsmanship on and off the field. Aggressive behavior, trash-talking, or unsportsmanlike conduct will not be tolerated and may result in ejection from the game.

  • Player Ejections:
    Players who are ejected from a game will be prohibited from playing in the next scheduled game. Repeat offenses may result in suspension from the league.

  • Injury Protocol:
    Any player who is injured during the game must immediately leave the field and can only return with medical clearance. Teams should have a first-aid kit available at each game.

  • Helmets & Safety Gear:
    Batting helmets are required for all batters and base runners. Cleats are recommended for better traction, but metal spikes are not allowed.

3. League Structure & Scheduling

  • Roster Requirements:
    Each team can have a maximum of 14 players on the roster. At least 2 female players must be on the field at all times, and there must be a total of 8 players present for a game to begin.

  • League Fee:
    The league fee is $50 per person to participate. This is a one-time fee that covers team registration, field fees, shirt, and league administration costs.

  • Payment Options: Payments can be made online via Venmo to @nextgenclinton or made here on the website. The fee must be paid by July 1 to confirm your participation.

  • Equipment:
    Players are responsible for providing their own bats, gloves, and cleats. The league will provide game balls, but all other equipment must be supplied by individual players or their teams. Teams must bring their own bats to each game.

  • Game Schedule:
    Games will be played on Wednesdays at 7pm, starting with the first game on July 9th. A full season schedule will be provided at the start of the league. Cancellations due to weather or other unforeseen events will be communicated via email and text alerts.

  • Forfeits:
    A team that does not have at least 8 players (including 2 females) present at the scheduled game time will forfeit the game, with the opposing team being awarded a 7-0 victory. Teams that forfeit more than 2 games may be removed from the league.

  • Rainouts & Rescheduling:
    In the event of a rainout, games will be rescheduled as soon as possible. Rainout notices will be sent at least 2 hours before the game. Players should check their email and team text alerts for updates.

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