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2009 FREEDOM CLASSIC RULES & POLICIES
* Teams must be at the field 45 minutes before their game. If the previous game ends early, the next game will start in exactly 15 minutes. Teams must be ready to play or they forfeit.
* Home team will be determined by coin flip only during the Pool Play games. During the Championship and/or Elimination Rounds, the "home" team will always be the higher seed. If both teams are the same seed, then a coin flip will take place (unless the teams have previously played and, if so, "head-to-head" tie-breaker shall be used for the "home team") The umpires do not need to be present for the coin flip.
* Games suspended by rain will be handled by the umpire. Each coach will be told how much playing time is remaining and when the game will resume.
ANY SUSPENDED GAME WILL BE CONTINUED FROM THE EXACT POINT OF STOPPAGE.
* Emergency contact number - Each team must have, at least, one (1) emergency contact number where they can be easily reached during the tournament.
* Tie games. If, at the end of regulation pool play only, both teams are tied, a maximum of 3 innings will be played wherein the following will occur: the visiting team will place the player who made the last out on second base; each batter will begin with a pitch count of 3 balls and 2 strikes. If the teams remain tied after three innings, the game will be recorded as a tie and will count in the final standings as 1/2 win and 1/2 loss for each.
* All teams will play 3 pool games. These teams may or may not be in your pool. Teams will then be seeded for single elimination Championship rounds.
* The tournament will follow the "American League Rules" with the following exceptions:
* Exception: Starting players may re-enter one time into their original batting position if removed during the game. Substitutions may not re-enter if removed from the game. Pitchers removed from the mound may not pitch again in the same game.
* Games: A two (2) hour time limit will be in effect. The two (2) hour time limit starts on delivery of first pitch. If an inning starts and the home team is behind, the inning will be completed.
* Exception: An eight (8) run mercy rule is in effect, after 4½ innings, if the home team is in the lead. At any point after 4½ innings and the home team is behind, you must complete the inning.
* Exception: DH optional in ages 14 TOC - 18. EH (extra hitter)can be used in ages 10 - 14 only. Extra hitter (EH) is treated as fielding position for substitution purposes.
* Exception: Speed up Rule - A runner can be used for the pitcher and catcher upon reaching base (mandatory with 2 outs). This player must be someone not in the game or the teams last batted out.
* Each team will be required to check the website daily for updates on standings during the tournament. The playoff game schedule will be posted online on SATURDAY evening, upon completion of seeding.
* Keep the games moving, on deck batters must retrieve all balls
* In the event of rain or other matters beyond the control of the Tournament Director, the Tournament Director reserves the right to change the tournament format as he sees fit in order to complete the tournament in the scheduled time period.
"REFUND POLICY IN CASE OF RAIN"
0 Games - 10s = $200.00
0 Games - 14s and below = $200.00
0 Games - 14s TOC and up = $225.00
1 Game - 10s = $75.00
1 Game - 14s and below = $100.00
1 Game - 14s TOC and up = $125.00
2 Games & up = NO REFUNDS
REFUND/REBATE POLICY REGARDING FORFEIT GAMES - NO REFUND OR REBATE WILL BE MADE TO ANY TEAM RECEIVING A FORFEIT GAME, EITHER IN POOL GAMES OR CHAMPIONSHIP PLAY.
* Baseballs - All teams must provide two (2) new baseballs to the home plate umpire prior to the start of the game. The baseballs should be of high school baseball quality. Each team must provide used baseballs as needed during the course of the game. Coaches please see that each team retrieves foul balls on their respective sides.
* Physical confrontation - This tournament has "zero tolerance" for any physical confrontations by players, coaches, fans or anyone else. Upon the first violation, the violating party shall be removed from the facility and the tournament. Once again, absolutely no physical confrontations will be permitted, tolerated and/or found to be acceptable.
* All decisions made by the umpire are final. Any player or coach who abuses an umpire will be ejected from that game only. A second ejection of a player or coach means removal from the tournament! Team forfeiture in the event an ejection is made and the ejected party refuses to leave the playing facility, the Tournament Director, at his sole discretion, may elect to declare a forfeiture of the game and/or tournament. The tournament director shall have final decision on all tournament ejections.
* Teams are required to post scores after each game at a designated location. Failure to record scores will result in a forfeit. All forfeits scored 7-0.
* All teams need to be prepared to play THURSDAY AFTERNOON, JULY 2 2009.
* Pool Play will be completed by SATURDAY night. ALL teams teams will then be seeded and THE TOP 4 FINISHERS will advance to Championship play. Remianing teams to play a consolation game on Sunday. Check tie breaking rules in the event of a tie in pool play. Note all teams are required to check the web site or at Tournament Headquarters after pool game completion for their Championship Game Day schedule of play.
* In the event of a tie in pool play to determine a pool winner or wild card team, (1st) tie-breaker is head to head (2nd) lowest runs allowed (3rd) Run differential, maximum +8, -8 per game (4th) Flip of a coin. IF 3 OR MORE TEAMS ARE TIED RECORDWISE, then runs allowed will determine which team / teams advance, unless ALL TIED TEAMS have played head to head during the pool play round.
TEXAS SHOOTOUT GAMES WILL BE SCORED AS FOLLOWS: Winning team will be scored 1 more run than after tie during regulation. Losing team will be scored the same score as the tie during regualtion. EXAMPLE: Game tied 3 to 3 at the end of regulation. After shootout, score is 10-9. Team with 10 will be scored a 4-3 winner. Team with 9 will be scored a 4-3 loser.
*Any team that forfeits a game, before or once a game has started WILL NOT be permitted to advance to the playoff rounds.TEAMS THAT FORFEIT ANY GAMES WILL NOT RECEIVE A FOUR GAME GUARANTEE.
*Insurance verification - All teams must submit proof of insurance before participating in this tournament. This will be the responsibility of the head coach or team manager.
* Tournament housing information - Each TEAM MUST turn in the Tournament Housing Form. This form must be fully completed before the team will be allowed to play their opening game.
"ALL OUT OF TOWN TEAMS USING HOTELS ARE REQUIRED TO STAY AT A PARTICIPATING HOST HOTEL." There are no exceptions to this rule and teams found attempting to avoid this rule will be dismissed from the event with no refund given.
* Right to modify and amend: Boys of Summer Athletic Club retains exclusive right to modify and/or amend these Rules and Regulations for Freedom Classic Tournament. Each team is required to review the Rules and Regulations prior to and during this tournament.
* Refund Policy: Withdrawal more than 45 days prior to the tournament - In all cases, a team must provide written notice to Boys of Summer Athletic Club about their intent to withdraw from the tournament. If this notice is received at least 46 days prior to the tournament, Boys of Summer Athletic Club will refund the entry fee less a one Hundred and Fifty Dollars ($ 150.00) administrative fee. Withdrawal less than 45 days prior to the tournament - *** There are NO REFUNDS for any withdrawal within forty five (45) days of the Boys of Summer Freedom Classic Tournament. Do not call and ask for a tournament refund because your team cannot honor their registration commitment.
* Acknowledgement of review of rules and policies - Each team will be required to sign a form acknowledging that they have fully reviewed the current Tournament rules and policies.
* Rules and Tournament Schedule - In the event there are any changes and/or modifications to the Rules and/or Schedule, said changes/modifications will be posted on the website (Freedomclassictournament.com) and it is the responsibility of all coaches to regularly check for any changes and/or modifications.
* Change in tournament format - Due to any last minute changes in teams, weather or any other reasons, the Freedom Classic Tournament Director reserves the right to modify the format of this event. Any changes of the format will be posted as soon as possible on-line, and announced to the teams during the tournament.
* Tournament admissions - "NO GATE FEES" Admissions will NOT be charged at any field.
* Outside food and beverage - NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR BEVERAGE PERMITTED IN THE BALLPARKS. Please request that your families and friends comply with this rule. BEVERAGES MAY BE BROUGHT IN FOR BALLPLAYERS ONLY.
* NOTE - If a facility does not have concessions, then you may bring in outside food and/or beverages. Please check with the facility regarding this matter.
* NO ALCOHOL PERMITTED in any of the parking lots or fields at any time!
* A mandatory check-in for all teams will be on Thursday night. Each team is required to have turned in (PRIOR to Meeting) registration form, housing form, contact numbers, rosters, and signed participation waiver/release form. Managers are required to have birth certificates with them during the tournament.
TEAMS WITHOUT ALL PROPER PAPERWORK WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AS ENTERED OR ALLOWED TO PARTICIPATE.
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