16 Questions
In Tiger Ball or Coach Pitch what is the maximum number of players allowed in the infield for the defensive team?
6
In Tiger Ball or Coach Pitch what happens if the batter hits the Tee with the bat causing the ball to fall off?
The ball is foul
What is the minimum number of players required for the defensive team to start a game?
8
Which of the following is NOT a condition that will stop play?
The offensive coach at the plate removing the Tee to a safe location
How many swings does the batter have to hit the ball?
3
What happens if the umpire judges that there is an act of malicious contact or conduct?
The umpire calls time, calls the runner out, and ejects the runner.
What happens to ejected players?
They are ineligible for the following BAYB game.
If the umpire judges that the malicious contact was caused by the defensive player, what happens?
The same ejection rule applies to the defensive player.
What rule supersedes the Obstruction Rule in the case of malicious contact?
The act of malicious contact supersedes the Obstruction Rule.
When can the offensive team use a courtesy runner for the pitcher and catcher?
At any time, for the pitcher and catcher of record the previous inning on defense.
Where must the on-deck batter be positioned?
In the on-deck circle behind the batter
What happens if a secondary runner is attempting to advance and the umpire stops play?
The runner is awarded the next base
What is the umpire's role in determining if a runner is attempting to advance?
The umpire's decision is final and cannot be appealed
What happens when a fly ball is caught and the base runners return safely to their base of origin?
Time is called when the runners are not attempting to advance
What is the rule regarding the number of pitches a batter receives?
The batter receives 6 overhand pitches or 3 swinging strikes
Where must the pitcher/coach position himself during the game?
Along a line between home plate and second base
Study Notes
Malicious Contact
- If the umpire judges that there is malicious contact or conduct, they will immediately call "time", call the runner out, and eject them.
- Ejected players are ineligible for the following BAYB game.
Courtesy Runner Rule
- The offensive team can use a courtesy runner for the pitcher and catcher of record from the previous inning.
- The courtesy runner must be a player not presently in the line-up.
- If no such players are available, the courtesy runner will be the player who made the last batted out.
On Deck Batter
- The on-deck batter will always be in the on-deck circle behind the batter.
- Note: There is no on-deck batter in age groups 8 years old and under Recreational.
Stopping Play
- Play can be stopped by the defensive team stopping the lead runner or by the pitcher being in the confines of the infield and holding the ball above their head.
- If play is not stopped, any runners may advance at their own risk.
Caught Fly Ball
- When a fly ball is caught, time will be called when base runners return safely to their base of origin and are not attempting to advance.
- Note: Clarification of caught fly ball does not affect the play on a runner that has legally tagged up and started for the next base.
Batters
- Each batter shall receive a total of 6 overhand pitches or three swinging strikes to hit the ball fairly or the batter is out.
- Bunting is not permitted.
Pitcher/Coach Position
- The pitcher/coach shall position themselves along a line between home plate and second base.
- Maximum distance is 46 feet with a minimum of 40 feet.
Stoppage of Play
- Play will be stopped by the defensive team stopping the lead runner or by the pitcher being in the confines of the infield and holding the ball above their head.
Ball in Play
- Play will be stopped when all defensive players are in position and ready.
- The offensive coach at the plate removes the Tee to a safe location and the catcher moves into position.
Defensive Players
- The defensive team will consist of the entire team eligible for play during the game with no more than 6 players in the infield.
- The team must have at least 8 players to start a game and players shall be added as they become available.
- Catchers must be in full catcher's gear.
Test your knowledge about base running rules in baseball with this quiz. Learn about scenarios where secondary runners are awarded the next base or required to retreat to the previous base based on the umpire's judgment.
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