14u Rules

WGSA League 14u Division Rules

Governing Rules: USA/ASA Softball Official Rules prevail unless modified by WGSA.

All coaches, players, and spectators must follow the WGSA Code of Conduct.

1. General Field & Equipment

2. Game Timing & Standings

Spring Season:
1 hour 30 minutes (no new inning after time expires)
Finish the current inning
Maximum game length: 1 hour 45 minutes
Fall Season:
1 hour limit
No new inning after 60 minutes
Timers may be used at 50, 55, and 60 minutes
Unlimited Run Inning:
At the 1:20 mark (Spring), the umpire declares the next inning the Unlimited Final Inning
Official Game:
Final after 4 full innings, or 3.5 if Home Team is leading, when stopped for weather
Mercy Rule:
12 runs after 3 innings
10 runs after 4 innings
8 runs after 5 innings

3. Offensive & Defensive Play

Batting Order:
Continuous batting order required
All players present must be in the lineup
Defensive Players:
Teams field 9 players
Entire roster bats
Bench players must be substituted defensively, but the batting order stays the same
Lineup must be presented to the opposing coach and umpire before the game
Run Limit:
6‑run limit per half‑inning
Except during the Unlimited Final Inning
Base Running & Stealing:
Stealing allowed only after the ball leaves the pitcher’s hand
Look‑Back Rule:
Enforced once the pitcher has control of the ball inside the 16‑foot circle
Pitcher must not be making a play
Runners must immediately advance or return
Dropped 3rd Strike:
In effect when 1st base is unoccupied or there are two outs
Contact Rule:
Runners must slide or attempt to avoid contact when a play is being made
Determined by umpire discretion

4. Personnel & Conduct

Tobacco/Vaping:
Prohibited on the field, in dugouts, and within 50 feet of bleachers or playing areas
Pre‑Game Meeting:
Head coaches and umpires meet at home plate
Exchange lineups 20 minutes before game time
Post‑Game Protocol:
Teams line up for sportsmanship (fist bumps/handshakes)
Teams gather for a final cheer before exiting the field
Disputes:
Issues between coaches must be handled off the field
Must go through the Head Coach and Umpire at home plate
The Home Team scorebook is the official record

5. Substitutions & Pool Players

Core Players:
A team may play with a minimum of 5 core players
Pool Players:
May be used to reach a 9‑player roster
Must bat at the end of the lineup
Must play outfield only
Exceptions: Catcher & Pitcher may be allowed if agreed upon
Pitching Eligibility:
14U: Pool players may not pitch unless both primary and backup pitchers are unavailable and both coaches agree
11U: Pool players may not pitch or pool play without approval from Player Agents, VP, or President

6. Field Breakdown & Coach Responsibilities