Every team is guaranteed three games (3GG), playing two pool play games on Saturday, then advancing to the 6-team single elimination tournament on Sunday. Seeding for the single-elimination tournament will be based off record first, followed in order by (1) head-to-head record if between 2 teams who played against each other, (2) runs allowed, (3) run differential, and (4) a coinflip.

Time/Mercy Rules

• In pool play games, no new inning will be started after 1 hour 30 minutes.  
• For single elimination games, no new inning will be started after 1 hour 45 minutes.
• There will be no time limit for the championship game.  
• Mercy rules will be in effect for all games, including the championship: 15 runs after 3 innings, 12 runs after 4 innings, and 10 runs after 5 innings.
• Game times and time limits may be adjusted due to weather and field conditions.

Roster Rules

• Pitchers may not throw more than 75 pitches total in the weekend.
• If a pitcher throws more than 35 pitches on Saturday, they will not be allowed to pitch on Sunday.
• For purposes of pitch count, pitchers are allowed to finish the batter they start before the pitch count limits are reached.

Game Rules

• The bases will be set at 65 ft.
• Leading off is permitted.
• Runners can steal any time the ball is live.
• Stealing home is allowed.
• Runners must make an attempt to slide if there is a play at any base other than 1^st base.  It will be up to the umpire’s discretion to determine if a player posed a safety risk and can be called out.
• Balks will be called for educational purposes, but no penalty will be assessed.  The umpire will simply inform the pitcher and coach of the infraction and then restart play.
• Infield fly will be in effect.
• There will be no dropped 3^rd Strike.
• Bunting is allowed.
• If not listed above, the umpire will have the final say on any rule interpretation.

Questions/Concerns: Contact Wesley Poynor, Pioneer Legends 10u Manager, at 301-752-2551.