Divisions: 10U / 11U / 12U / 13U / 14U
Classifications: AA / AAA / Majors
Website: www.weeknightbaseballco.com

• 75-minute drop dead
• No new inning after time expires
• Games may end in a tie
• Seeding after pool play teams will be ranked 1 through 10 overall based on: overall record, head-to-head if applicable, runs allowed, run differential with cap, coin flip

• 90-minute no new inning
• Inning must be completed if started
• No ties permitted

• P1: Seed 7 vs Seed 10
• P2: Seed 8 vs Seed 9

• QF1: Seed 1 vs Winner P2
• QF2: Seed 4 vs Seed 5
• QF3: Seed 3 vs Seed 6
• QF4: Seed 2 vs Winner P1

• SF1: Winner QF1 vs Winner QF2
• SF2: Winner QF3 vs Winner QF4

• Winner SF1 vs Winner SF2

This keeps all 10 teams in and guarantees everybody 3 games

The following run rule applies to all divisions:

• 12 runs after 3 innings
• 10 runs after 4 innings
• 8 runs after 5 innings

• Last batted out begins at 2nd base
• 1 out
• Standard international tiebreaker rules apply

Weeknight Baseball Co. enforces a strict NO PROTEST policy.

• All umpire decisions are final
• No formal protests will be accepted under any circumstances
• This includes:
  • Judgment calls (balls/strikes, safe/out)
  • Rule interpretations
  • In-game eligibility disputes

• Coaches may request a brief rule clarification (30–60 seconds)
• Tournament director may assist for clarification only
• No calls will be overturned once play resumes

• Any roster or eligibility concerns must be addressed prior to the start of the game
• No in-game or post-game challenges will be accepted

• Maximum roster: 14 players
• Minimum roster: 9 players
• All players must be rostered prior to first game

Age is determined by the May 1 cutoff date

• 10U: Cannot turn 11 before May 1
• 11U: Cannot turn 12 before May 1
• 12U: Cannot turn 13 before May 1
• 13U: Cannot turn 14 before May 1
• 14U: Cannot turn 15 before May 1

Division          Bases         Pitching Distance

10U                    65 ft                 46 ft

11U/12U          70 ft                 50 ft

13U/14U          90 ft                 60ft 6in

Field dimensions will follow standard tournament specifications. Teams should be prepared to play on appropriate age-division fields based on event assignments.

• USSSA or USA bats allowed
• Maximum drop: -10 to -5

• BBCOR (-3) or USSSA allowed

Division     Max Pitches

10U                    40

11U                    45

12U                    50

13U                    55

14U                    60

Pitches    Rest

1–20         0 days

21–40      1 day

41–60      2 days

61+           3 days

• No pitcher may pitch 3 consecutive days (must have 1 day break between any of the games)
• One mound visit per inning (second visit = removal)

• Free substitution in all games
• Teams may bat:
  • Entire lineup
  • 9 players

• No leadoffs
• Stealing allowed after ball crosses plate
• Balks: warning system
• Courtesy Runner for Pitcher and Catcher only (Last completed out)

• Leadoffs allowed
• Balks enforced

• 9 defensive players
• Extra hitter (EH) allowed

• No arguing balls or strikes
• Umpire decisions are final
• Unsportsmanlike conduct may result in:
  • Warning
  • Ejection
  • Removal from event

• 15 minutes between games
• Lineups due at plate meeting
• Home team:
  • Pool play = coin flip
  • Bracket = higher seed

1. Record
2. Runs allowed
3. Run differential (max +8 per game)
4. Coin flip

• Game time is forfeit time
• Score recorded as 8–0

• Balk warnings (all ages)
• Emphasis on game flow and development
• Coaches encouraged to maintain sportsmanship and pace

• Standard enforcement of rules
• Balks enforced (12U/14U)
• Balanced competitive play

• Full rule enforcement
• Strict adherence to pitching and game rules
• Highest level of competition

Weeknight Baseball Co. reserves the right to make all final decisions regarding rules, eligibility, scheduling, and gameplay.

Weeknight Baseball Co. is built for efficiency, fairness, and high-level competition — delivering a premium weeknight baseball experience under the lights.