LGSA “Little Lassies” League - Information & Rules (4-6 Year Old Division)

Coaches are appointed on an annual basis and are voted upon by the Executive Board. Teams are selected by the League Commissioner and emphasis is placed on the equality of age rather than school. LGSA firmly believes the socialization aspect of the sport should be considered with the introduction of players from different schools. Attempts are made to retain the previous year’s roster; however movement may be necessary in order to have equality by age. Open teams will have a lottery for coaching assignments. Coaches should wear the provided LGSA team shirt during all games. Coaches should refrain from wearing clothing with tobacco, alcohol or other potentially offensive content during any LGSA activity whether practice, game, fundraiser, etc. Additionally, foul language will NOT be tolerated by coaches, parents or players. Please report any misconduct to an Executive Board member or the League Co-Commissioner. Skills clinics will be conducted weekly for approximately one month prior to the first game for Lil Lassie, Lassie, and Junior divisions. All coaches and/or assistants must assist with their respective skills clinics. Coaches are encouraged to have individual team practices as well. Remember the main focus of this division is skills development and fostering a passion for softball.

1. Maximum age of 6 as of January 1st of the current year.

2. One hour time limit. Current batter will complete her time at bat then game ends. • Home team coach will start game and monitor time.

3. Coaches will pitch to their girls every inning from 30ft. No umpires will be used.

4. Batters may only advance by a batted ball. No walks or hit-by-pitch apply.

5. Maximum of 5 pitches per batter unless the 5th and any subsequent pitch (up to 10 total pitches) is deemed a foul ball. An out will be recorded after the 5th or final, non-fouled pitch.

6. Players 4 years of age or younger, as of current date, may hit off a tee after four pitches.

7. Runs and outs will be kept to track the offensive side of the inning only. No score recorded.

8. Offensive half of the inning will consist of three outs or three runs.

9. Teams will bat their entire roster with no changes. • If a player comes late, she will be added to the bottom of the lineup. • If a player is injured, cannot bat, or leaves before the game ends, her spot in the lineup is skipped with no out charged to the team. She can reenter the game but only in her original batting order.

10. If a team has less than 7 players present, the teams will divide players so each team has an equal number of players.

11. All players will play defense every inning. The infield consists of the following six positions: pitcher, catcher, 1st baseman, 2nd baseman, shortstop and 3rd baseman. All other players are considered outfielders and must be standing in the appropriate outfield area before the pitch can be delivered. Coaches are allowed on the field during play to assist the girls.

12. Playing field will consist of 55 ft base paths.

13. All batters, runners and on-deck hitters will wear appropriate safety equipment provided. All batting helmets must have a face mask and chin strap.

14. Catchers will wear catching equipment at all games and during practices.

15. No jewelry of any kind may be worn.

16. Second team listed on the schedule is home team and will occupy the 3rd base dugout.