Softball Forfeit Rules: What Happens When a Game Is Out of Control?

QuestionHi Tom, Is there any little league rule regarding surrender.  I am familiar with the ten run at the end of the fourth. What about after the fo

Co-Ed Softball Lineup & Fielding Strategy: Expert Advice

QuestionHello I am the manager for a Co-Ed softball team, we play in a league in CA. I just wanted some advice on where i should put players for the battin

ASA vs. Little League Softball: Key Rule Differences

QuestionWhat are the main differences between playing softball by ASA rules, and playing softball under Little League rules? AnswerPitching:  LL requ

Optimal Practice Schedule for Young Softball Pitchers

QuestionMy 9 year old daughter has been pitching for about a year and taking private lessons with a pitching coach.  She is very big for her age and h

Passed Ball vs. Wild Pitch: When is it an Error in Baseball?

QuestionIs a passed ball considered an error if a runner advances and/or scores?  Is a wild pitch considered an error in the same situation? AnswerSc

10-Under Baseball Rule: Can a Runner Advance on a Misplayed Pitch?

QuestionWe are playing in 10-Under.  No stealing home is allowed.  If a runner has safely advance to third base and the ball is thrown into the p

Understanding Protest Rules in Sports: A Manager's Guide

QuestionHi Mark, If I understand protests correctly, if a legal protest is filed the game continues.  If the team filing the protest wins, the protes

Little League Softball: Defensive Strategies for Walk-Off Situations

QuestionThis question is actually directed towards little league softball but I was hoping you could help.  Keeping in mind the skill level if you hav

Fastpitch Softball: Understanding the Windmill and Arm Action

Questionstarting winup r/h, how for back can the ball go behinde her rigth leg. book said one revolution, is that were the ball starts at the hip ? the gir

Baseball Play Analysis: Hit or Error?

QuestionRunner on first base, batter hits ground ball up the middle just to the right of the pitcher.  Shortstop makes a great play to stop the ball,

Softball Playing Time Limits & Coaching Practices for Under-10 Girls

QuestionAre there any rules that govern playtime for 10 and under girls softball? My daughter plays on a team with 11 other girls, the coach will sub her a

Slowpitch Softball Batter's Box Dimensions & Placement - ASA Rules

QuestionWhat is the size and placement of the batters box?  I was called out for stepping to fart forward with no visible lines for a box AnswerHi Br

Softball Glove Rules: Legal Glove Size for Each Position

QuestionI was playing third base in a church softball game with my old baseball first base glove (this glove (Wilson A2800) is easier to catch a softball w

Improving Softball Contact Hitting: Addressing Lunging & Weight Transfer

QuestionPlease allow me to apologize for the length of this question prior to me asking it.  I have a daughter who plays fastpitch softball for her hi

ASA Rules: Game Start & Player Substitutions in Local League Playoff Games

QuestionASA rules apply to our local league. Its a league playoff game, opposing team begins game with 8 players and 1 pick-up. The opposing team is the vi

High School Softball Uniform Regulations: Optic Yellow Knee Pads & Distractions

QuestionI saw a girl pitching in a MN high school game with a knee pad that is optic yellow.  It even had simulated seams drawn on it.  I stood b

Injury Ruling in 14U ASA Fastpitch: Player Replacement & Batting Order

QuestionDr. Ambrose, I have a question concerning injured players. If a player severly sprains an ankle in a game and can no longer play, what is the corre

Appealing Double First Base Plays: Understanding ASA Rules and Strategies

QuestionHello Dr. Ambrose, This is a follow-up question to your answer about the double first base on 4/18. Please explain ways to make a successful appe

Safe Home Plate Practices for Youth Fastpitch

QuestionIn our game tonight (7-8 year old fast pitch) we had several collisions at home plate.  When a long ball was hit to the outfield, the pitcher

Baseball Offensive Statistics: Slugging Percentage & On-Base Percentage Explained

QuestionQUESTION: How do you calculate Slugging %..... what does it mean.?? How do you calculate On Base %..... What does it mean..?? ANSWER: Jay, Sluggi