B61 Softball

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Hello League,

Hope you all are having fun and playing some serious softball now that the season is in full force.  We have had a few issues the past couple of weeks and I just wanted to remind all teams to review the league rules regarding protesting a game, and having two women on the field.

 

On Field Rules and Regulations (Sec. 3)

 

3a. Line-up Requirements: All teams must field at least three women. However, a team will be permitted to play with two women in the field once during the season with out being penalized. The second time a team plays with 2 women they must play with nine fielders and can not replace that spot in the field or use the Extra Hitter (EH) position. As well as their opponent will have the option of using 2 women in the field. Upon the third offense the offending team will forfeit the game. A team may pinch hit for a woman with a man at any time during the contest, providing they have another roster eligible woman to play the field in the next defensive inning. Any team that forfeits a game must pay the umpire the full $50.00 umpire fee. (including pick-up games)

 

(check the website to see how many times a team has used two women players on the field)

 

3m. Protests: If there is an issue with rule interpretation or application by an umpire, you may file a formal protest before the next legal pitch of the game for a $20.00 deposit. If you win your protest the game will be replayed from the point of the protest and your $20.00 refunded. If you lose the protest the result of the game will stand and your deposit forfeited. NOTE: Issues of umpire opinion (ie balls and strikes) can not be protested.

 

(You must file a protest before the next legal pitch, the umpire must be aware that you are protesting.  Both you and the umpire should sign the game book to formally record the protest)

 

 

 

Dont hesitate to ask questions beforehand so that we can ensure a smooth season.  See you on the field!!!

 

 

 

Stacey Patti

Youth, Health & Wellness Director - Dodge YMCA

225 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11201

Ph: (718) 625-3136 x2415, Fax: 718-625-3736