Rules

1. The SPN/PlaySlopitch rules and the Elevated Softball Association Rules of Play govern this League

2. https://www.slo-pitch.com/rulebook

3. No protests are allowed: the umpires’ decision is final.

4. Any rule, situation or incident not covered will be reviewed and decided by the Umpire in Chief/Commissioners.

5. Players:

All players must be registered online and Photo ID or Birth Certificates or Health Cards must be available upon request.
The penalty for ineligible players is expulsion of the player or team from the league. (commissioner’s discretion)
Players may enter and exit the game defensively at any time and in any position.
No metal spikes permitted. Steel and Plastic toe caps must be removed for base running
All registered players will bat in rotation every game
Teams must start each game with 9 players and cannot play with fewer than 8
If a player arrives late, they may be added to the bottom of the line up provided you have not gone through the complete batting order.
In the event of an injury or illness resulting in a player being removed from the game, there shall be no “out” when the player is due to bat and they are skipped over.
In the event a player is ejected from a game, an “out” shall be recorded each and every time the player’s spot in the batting rotation comes up.
All players must wear Team jerseys that are matching (including number on back). If a player is not wearing a matching jersey there is a fine of $100 which must be paid by the next game.
Jersey rule is not in effect for emergency players
In the event of a team forfeit a fine of $150 is placed which must be paid before the next game.
If a team is planning on Forfeiting a game, an advanced notice of 24 hours is required for the fine not to be placed
In the event of a forfeit the game will result a score of 7-0 for the winning team
Players must play 10 games to qualify for playoffs
In the playoffs all players must wear a matching jersey.

6. Ejections:

-Any coach and or player ejected from a game as a result of their conduct must leave the ball park within five minutes. Failure to leave within 5 minutes will result in the disqualification of the entire team. The ejected coach or player will automatically be required to sit out of their next scheduled game. -If a coach or player is ejected from a game, they may seek the League Convenors approval in order to coach or play in the next scheduled game. The convener has the right to apply a one game suspension or a league depending on the reason why the coach or player were ejected in the first place.
-Fans may be allowed to be ejected by an umpire. Fans are the responsibility of the Head coach/Captain. Harassment and / or misconduct by fans will result in a warning followed by the ejection of the Head Coach/Captain,if the warning is not heeded. If a coach/captain is ejected they may seek the league Convenors approval in order to coach/play the next scheduled game.
-Any player or players involved in the consumption of any drugs or alcohol near the playing area, that player and team shall be ejected. and the team will be fined $150.
-FIghting or any unwanted behaviour done by Coaches, Players, Fans/supporters is unacceptable. If an altercation occurs there will be investigations placed which may result in suspensions, fines or expulsions from the league and police may be contacted.
-ESA committee has final say on any league matters/rules that are not explicitly listed on this page. Rules are subject to change without notice by ESA to maintain the integrity of the league

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