Sandlot Games Rules

• No Bunting: unless a catcher is in play there will be no bunting.
• Stealing is prohibited even with a catcher.
• Any batted ball that hits the L-screen is ruled a “Dead Ball”.
  • If runners are on base, they will advance one (1) base.
• Run inning limits.
  • If the batting team reaches six (6) runs in one inning, the inning will end, and teams will rotate.
  • Batting order will resume with the batter who was currently up to bat when the 6th run was scored.
• Leading off
  • Players will be given a three (3) step lead off.
• Pitching Machine
  • Speeds can be adjusted during the game.
  • Adjustments must be agreed upon by both coaches before anything can be changed.
  • Both teams must hit off the machine before adjustments can be made; cannot be changed in the half inning.
• Time/Inning Limits
  • Teams will play 7 innings or 1:15.
  • No new inning will be started after 1:15 minutes.

Des Moines Metro ballparks will be used; below are the ballparks that this event will be held. All age groups will play at the same venue.

You will be notified which park is used when scheduling email has been sent out.