2009 OAKS DADS CLUB

SOFTBALL PLAYING RULES 
 
 

1.  REGISTRATION 
 

1. Registration for the Oaks Dads Club Softball Program shall be at the same place and same dates as the Oaks Dads Club schedules for other programs.  *No girl can compete until her registration card and payment have been completed and turned in.

 
 

2. Late Registration will be accepted. If a slot is not available, the registrant may elect to be placed on a waiting list. Selection of these girls to fill a vacant slot on a team will be in accordance with or performed by the Player Agent to the next team with a post-draft vacancy, or if no vacancies, then in accordance with the draft selection order pending at that time.   After completion of the first half of the softball season, any exception must be approved by a 2/3 majority vote of the board.

 
 

3. Each team member shall be a registered paid member of the Oaks Dads Club and must submit a photo-copy of their birth certificate prior to the first scheduled season game.  All coaches and assistant coaches must be a member/associate member of Oaks Dads Club.

 
 

4. Any team member failing to comply with Rule 1C will not be eligible for competition until the Player Agent is in possession of the team member's birth certificate.  Any coach playing an illegal player will forfeit said game.  Any coach not a member/associate member of ODC may, at the discretion of the Board, cause a forfeit of games he/she participated in coaching.

 
 

5. All birth certificates and registration cards will be kept on file in the ODC softball room.  Coaches are responsible for the players being the proper age and are required to check the birth certificates.  Violations, accidental or otherwise, will result in forfeits of all games in which the ineligible player(s) has played.

 
 

6. All players returning to ODC from the previous ball season will remain assigned to the same team she played on last year, provided she is under the same age limit.  No coach may approach any returning player and attempt to entice that player to re-enter the draft.  Violation of this rule will result in indefinite suspension of the coach involved.

 
 

7. Any girl who wishes not to play on the previous year's team may so state and be placed in the draft pool.  She will then be required to play on the team that drafts her.  Players dropping off team rosters during the previous season will go into the open draft and can not become a contract player. A coach may drop one player from last year's roster with Softball Board approval.  She will be placed in the upcoming draft and must be notified prior to 'tryouts’.  A girl that goes into the open draft cannot return to her team once tryouts begin, nor may her parents be named assistant coach prior to completion of the draft.  Girls going into the draft (except in two [2] team leagues) may choose one (1) coach or team they wish not to be drafted by and the coach of that team cannot draft that player.  Returning players must sign up before the last tryout or go into the draft.

 
 

 
 

2. AGES     (Any exception shall require Softball Board approval.)

 
   
 

 NOTE:  Any player approved to play in an older age division must go into the open draft and cannot be a contract player for any reason (including contract assistant coach). 
 

3.  TEAMS     Team roster will be made of: 
 

1. One (1)  head coach
2. Maximum four (4) assistant coaches
3. Little Miss:  A minimum eight (8) players with a maximum of ten (10) players.
4. Pixie:  A minimum of nine (9) players with a maximum of eleven (12) players.
5. 10 & Under and 12 & Under:  A minimum of ten (10) with a maximum of  
   twelve (12) players.
6. 15 & Under:  A minimum of eleven (11) players with a maximum of twelve (12) players.

 
 

 NOTE:  All sisters of the same age group shall be placed on the same team if desired by parents. (Coaches may retain their own daughters and play them above, but not below, their age group with Board approval.) Coach’s daughters shall consist of immediate relatives.  Immediate relatives are defined as daughters, grand-daughters, and step-daughters.  Relatives, other than immediate relatives, shall go on the same team only by Board approval. 
 

4.  COACHES 
 

1. Each team will have one (1) coach and no more than four (4) assistant coaches and all must be 19 years old or older and a paid member of Oaks Dads Club. The Board must approve any exception. A head coach may acquire the daughter of one (1) assistant coach as a contract player prior to the draft.  The head coach and the assistant coach must submit written notification to the board for approval prior to the draft.  The contract player/assistant coach shall be treated as a returning player and be placed on line 4 for purposes of the draft.

 
 

2. If positions #4 (contract player) & #5 (coaches daughter) from the previous year are both returning to the same team for the current season, and one of the parents for the player returning to positions #4 or #5 will be head coach or if a parent of any other player returning to the team is assigned as the head coach, no additional contract player will be allowed for the current season.  If a parent of any other player returning to the team is assigned as the head coach, the new coaches daughter will be assigned to position #5 and the returning player moved to the next available roster position below #5.

 
 

3. If a new head coach is assigned to a team that their daughter did not play for in the previous season, and the team has returning players in positions #4 (contract player) and #5 (coach’s daughter) then:

 
 

1. the returning player from position #5 we be re-listed in the #1 position on the current year’s team roster and draft sheet, thereby forgoing a first round draft pick, and
2. the new head coach’s daughter will be placed in the #5 position for the current year, and
3. the #4 player returning from the previous year will remain in the #4 position.

 
 

4. If a new head coach is named to a team (regardless of whether or not their daughter is a ruturning player), and either #4 (contract player) or #5 (coach’s daughter) position from the previous year is not returning to that team, and the new head coach chooses to select a contract player, then:

 
 

1. the returning player from either position #4 or #5 of the previous year will be re-listed in the #1 position on the current year’s team roster and draft sheet, thereby forgoing a first round draft pick, and
2. the new head coach’s daughter will be placed in the #5 position, and
3. the newly selected contract player for the current year will be placed in the #4 position.

 
 

5. If a new head coach is named to a team (regardless of whether or not their daughter is a ruturning player), and either #4 (contract player) or #5 (coach’s daughter) position from the previous year is not returning to that team, and the new head coach chooses NOT to select a contract player, then:

 
 

1. the returning player from either position #4 or #5 of the previous year will be re-listed in the #4 position on the current year’s team roster and draft sheet, and
2. the new head coach’s daughter will be placed in the #5 position

 
 

6. Where a new head coach has more than one daughter, one of which played last year and will play this year on the team, and another of which is entering the division for the first time, then for purposes of determining that team’s roster and draft sheet for th current year, then those head coach rules under this section applicable to a parent with a daughter returning to the team will take precedence over those rules applicable to a parent with a daughter entering the division for the first time.

 
 

7. In all divisions the caoching staff must consist of the following:  At least one (1) adult female must be on each team’s coaching staff (with exception of Little Miss, they must have two).  There must be adult female representation (Little Miss must have two) on the playing field, practices, and at all team functions.

 
 

 PENALTY:  If violation is discovered during a game, the team in violation must get an adult female in the dugout immediately or forfeit the game.  If violation is discovered at practice or team functions, the matter will be referred to the Softball Board. 
 

 NOTE:  Having four (4) assistant coaches is optional.  One (1) adult female must be represented, either as a coach or assistant coach.  Assistant coaches will be picked after the teams are drafted.  Any exception to the above must be approved by the Board.  (Again, at all times there must be two adult females for Little Miss.) 
 

8. No alcohol, drugs, or weapons are allowed in the playing area or at practices.  No tobacco is allowed on the playing field.  Anyone violating the alcohol, drug, or tobacco rule will be suspended from participation for two (2) games.  Possessing a weapon bans you from the club except TCLEOSE State Certifications.

 
 

9. Any person that touches an umpire in an aggressive manner (physical contact) will be penalized by suspension for two weeks from practice and games and must come before the Board for reinstatement.

 
 

 *Verbal or physical  abuse of a person on ODC property will result in the suspension of the violator for at least two (2) weeks and that person must come before the Board for reinstatement. 
 

10. Each coach shall hold a Parent’s Meeting during the first week of practice with the League Supervisor present.

 
 

11. Only coaches and/or assistant coaches, team mom, players, and those approved by the Softball Board may sit in the dugout or walk onto the playing field during a game.

 

12. Only two (2) base coaches per team.  These must be a coach, assistant coach, or team member as shown on the team rosters.  (Any team player that is base coaching must wear a helmet.)

 
 

13. In case of absence,  the coach or assistant coach may appoint a substitute for that game only.  Rule 4A, 4G, and 4I must be followed.

 
 

14. No coach may assist another coach during a league game within his or her own league.

 
 

15. Coaches will sign for and be responsible for equipment and uniforms issued to them and will return such equipment and uniforms within one (1) week after the season ends. (Failure to return equipment and uniforms as issued shall be considered in future requests to coach softball at ODC.)

 
 

16. Coaches/teams will be responsible for getting their own sponsors.  All sponsorship money shall be turned into the Softball Board Treasurer.  Coaches are responsible for delivering plaque and pictures to sponsors.

 
 

 PENALTY:  Failure to secure a sponsor shall result in consideration of future requests to coach softball at ODC. 
 

5.  RULES 
 

1. The ODC Softball program shall use ASA Official Rulebook and Metro Tournament Guidelines with exceptions as noted herein.

 
 

2. No one except umpires, coaches, assistant coaches, and team members may assist in pre-game warm ups (exceptions must be approved by the head coach).  Parents may umpire if mutually acceptable to both coaches.  There will be no pregame infield warm-ups allowed on scheduled game days.

 
 

3. At ODC, the Grounds Committee, Umpire, Softball President, League Supervisor, or Umpire-in-Chief has the authority to call off the game before it commences.  After the game begins, the umpire has complete control in all games.

 
 

 NOTE:  All make-up games will be played at the earliest possible time.  Day and time relayed to the coach by your League Supervisor shall be final (subject to Absence Rule).  Make-up games will be rescheduled a maximum number of two (2) times before a forfeit occurs. 
 

D. All complaints or protests must be submitted in writing to the Umpire-in-Chief (or League Supervisor if Umpire-in-Chief is unavailable) within 48 hours after contest before any action will be considered. (Refer to 5A) NO COMPLAINTS/PROTESTS WILL BE DISCUSSED VERBALLY. 
 

E. Any person that is removed from the field or stands must come before the Softball Board and explain within seven (7) days what happened.  The Softball Board Member, Director on Duty, or Umpire that had the party removed needs to have a written report in to the Softball Board within 24 hours.  Further punishment by the Softball Board could be assessed. 
 

F. Special Little Miss and Pixie playing rules will be in the attached rider to the playing rules. 
 

7. Leagues playing in co-ops shall play under approved rules adopted by said co-op for ALL games.

 
 

6. RULE BOOK INSTRUCTIONS

 
 

1. Tied or Velcro fastened tennis shoes or rubber cleat shoes must be worn.

 
 

2. Shirts, pants/shorts, hats/visors and knee socks will be furnished by the Corporate Board for all leagues.  The Softball Board must approve any extra uniforms.  Parents are to provide batting helmets with metal face guard and chin strap, glove, and black coaches shorts.  Batting helmets and face guard must be NOCSAE approved.  Batting helmets must be worn when batting, on deck, when player is coaching, or running the bases in these leagues and at practice.  Any uniform additions (such as windbreakers, etc.) must be provided by players and must be of uniform color and style.  NOTE:  Uniforms furnished by ODC will be worn with no alterations (names, sponsor's names, etc.) unless approved by the Board.  Uniforms will be worn with shirttails tucked in.

 
 

A fully-played game for 10 & Under and 12 & Under leagues is six (6) innings or 1 hour and 20 minutes, whichever comes first.  In the event of a tie game at the end of six innings or 1 hour and 20 minutes, play ASA International Tie-Breaker.  A fully played game for 15 & Under is seven (7) innings or 1 hour and 20 minutes, whichever comes first.  In the event of a tie game at the end of seven innings or 1 hour and 20 minutes, play ASA International Tie-Breaker.  NOTE:  No new inning shall be started after 1 hour and 20 minutes (unless tied), but an inning started within that time shall be completed. 
 

3. RUN RULE:  Run rule will be in effect if a team leads by 15 runs after three (3) innings, 12 runs after four (4) innings, or ten (10) runs after five (5) innings.  Applies to all age group leagues except Little Miss and Pixie.

 
 

7. DISTANCE OF BASES AND PITCHING RUBBER

 
 

1. 15 & Under and 12 & Under pitching mound shall be 40 feet from home plate.

 
 

2. 10 & Under pitching mound shall be 35 feet from home plate

 
 

3. 15 & Under, 12 & Under and 10 & Under bases shall be 60 feet apart.

 
 

8. BATTING

 
 

1. Rule applying to "dropped third strike" does not apply to 10 & Under.

 
 

2. Five (5) runs scored by the batting team or three (3) outs made by the defense shall be an inning at bat.  This rule applies to Little Miss, Pixie, 10 & Under and 12 & Under leagues only unless superceded by Co-op Rules.

 
 

3. Rule applying to infield fly does not apply to 10 & Under, Pixie or Little Miss.

 
 

4. (10 & Under Fast Pitch Only) Runners starting at first or second base are entitled to steal one base only per pitch with liability to be put out.  Runners starting at third base may not steal home.  While the coach is on the field pitching, runners are not allowed to steal any bases.

 
 

5. When a batter slings/throws her bat during a game, the batter is out and the ball is declared dead. This is a safety rule and is a judgment call on the part of the umpire.  Coaches will enforce this at practice as well.

 
 

6. In 10 & Under league, a team may play with ten (10) players.  If ten (10) players are used, four (4) must be outfielders.

 
 

7. In 10 & Under league, there will be no walks in this division.  In the event that the batter receives four (4) balls, the coach designated pitcher representing the batter's team will be allowed to finish out the count.  If the ball is hit into fair territory, then the ball is in play and subject to normal rules.  The only exception to a ball hit into fair territory is that if the ball unintentionally strikes the designated pitcher, then the ball will be declared dead and the batter is awarded first base.  The designated pitcher must leave the field as soon as the ball is in play.

 
 

8. Each team using a coach pitcher must designate their coach pitcher and one substitute to the home plate umpire prior to the game.  The coach pitcher may only be substituted at the completion of an at bat.  The designated coach pitcher will pitch to only their team and must be    a member of the coaching staff.  Except for Pixie where the Coach Pitcher may speak to the batter up until the time the batter makes contact with the ball, the designated coach pitcher is prohibited from doing any coaching while on the field of play.  This includes but is not limited to verbal and physical coaching.  One warning is given; thereafter, the ball is dead and the runner closest to home is declared out.  The designated coach pitcher must deliver a legal pitch from the pitching rubber according to ASA rules. .

 
 

9. GENERAL REMARKS

 
 

A. Home team is the official scorekeeper and the coach is responsible for turning in the game score to their League Supervisor within 24 hours after the game.  One umpire must sign the official score book after the game.  Scorekeeper will sit in the designated scorekeeper’s box.  Scorekeeper must indicate inning in which a player enters the game.  Scorekeepers are an official of the game and must not discuss the events of the game with anyone other than the umpire.  Scorekeepers must be impartial - no coaching or cheering from the score box. 
 

B. Tie games shall be counted 1/2 game won for each team.  
 

C. In all leagues, every girl must have played at least a minimum of one (1) full inning in every game of four (4) innings or less and at least two (2) innings for games of five (5) or more innings. Failure to comply with this rule will constitute a forfeit of the game in which the minimum inning requirement should have been met and suspension of coach for one week.  If a girl is injured in a game and is unable to return and meet the required number of innings or times at bat, no penalty will apply.  EXCEPTION:  A coach does not have to play a girl who has not attended at least half of the scheduled practices over two (2) consecutive games and/or whose attitude, in the opinion of the coach, does not warrant the privilege of playing.  Excused absences will be counted as being present for practice.  Before applying this exception, the coach must advise the League Supervisor. It is recommended for your benefit that each coach keep a practice sign-in sheet by individual players.  
 

4. In all ODC leagues, there will be a continuous batting roster. 
    
5. If a number of players, which reduces the teams numbers to less than eight (8), are missing from the same team for any school activity, illness, injury, or family emergency, it is grounds for postponement.  This is to be verified by the League Supervisor.  Coach must notify League Supervisor at least 48 hours prior to game time.  NOTE:  This is not three (3) missing players, but brings the count/players under eight (8). 
    
    
6. A team may take the field for a league game with eight (8) team members.  Less than eight (8) team members within 15 minutes after scheduled time of start of game, a forfeit will be declared.  A team, at their option, may pick-up one (1) player from below their league to field a team of nine (9) players.  She must play right field and bat last.  Also, this player must be replaced immediately if a team member shows up.  In event of injury, a game may continue with eight (8) players who participate in that game.  Little Miss picks up from their same league to field eight.

 
 

7. Pursuant to the laws of the State of Texas and the Federal Tax Code governing nonprofit organizations:  All funds collected from any fund raising endeavor in which the ODC Softball Club is involved must be turned over to and administered by the Board of Directors of the Club.  A strict accounting of any funds so collected must be kept and readily available to any club member or contributor.

 
 

NOTE: NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES OF ANY KIND SHALL BE PURCHASED WITH ODC MONEY. 
 

8. The maximum number of scheduled team meetings shall be four (4) per week, Sunday through Saturday.  Practice for regular season will not exceed two (2) hours.  Six (6) players and a coach consist of a team meeting.  There shall be no meeting or time limitations for All-Star teams.  VIOLATIONS:  Suspension of coach for one (1) week.

 
 

9. All teams will be assigned at least one clean up day at ODC. There will be at least 2 teams scheduled per clean up day.  Each team is required to participate in clean up. It is the job of the softball board DOD and/or Grounds Keeper to make sure the duties to be performed on clean up day are finished.  A team that fails to complete all duties will forfeit their next game (against an ODC team) immediately following their clean up day.  Exceptions will only be given on account of weather to be canceled only by the President, DOD, or Grounds Keeper. If because of weather a clean up day has been canceled it will be rescheduled as soon as possible during the week following.  This rule will be enforced by the rulings of the Softball Executive Board.

 
 

10. TOURNAMENT TEAMS AND TOURNAMENT PLAY

 
 

1. If the League Supervisor approves, tournament games will take precedence over all scheduled league games.  Any league game which conflicts with tournament play can be rescheduled by the League Supervisor with a minimum of at least seven (7) days notice prior to game time, for consideration. 

 
 

2. If pick-ups are allowed (this refers to tournament play/games), the League Supervisor from which league players are to be picked up, must be requested to contact pick-ups from the league.  No coach may contact a player on another team directly, but must go through the League Supervisor.  The Supervisor will determine who is eligible to attend tournaments from their league whether it is teams or pick-ups, and their decision is FINAL.  Any girl may be picked-up if she is not involved in a regularly scheduled game, make-up game, or tournament game in her own league.  League Supervisor must keep a list of all girls in their own league.  League Supervisor must keep a list of all girls going to tournaments as pick-ups.

 
 

3. At the Little Miss, Pixie, and 10&Under Divisions, tournament teams will be allowed to pick-up three (3) players who are not playing league ball at ODC or any other facility.  These players will be required to pay the full membership dues in order to play on a tournament team.

 
 

4. ODC will allow 12&Under and 14&Under tournament teams to play under the ODC name, but will not require them to play league ball.  Fees and guidelines will be established at a later date.

 
 

5. When ODC hosts a tournament, all softball teams MUST receive Board approval to play elsewhere.  ODC teams eligible to participate in ODC tournaments MUST participate.

 
 

 PENALTY:  Any coach violating this rule will be dealt with at the Boards discretion. 
 

11. DRAFT PROCEDURES

 
 

1. All girls that sign up after the draft will go to Player Agent to be assigned a team.  See Rule 1B.

 
 

2. Team(s) to be disbanded will be decided by the Softball Board.  All returning girls of that team(s) will go into the open draft and are then eligible to be a contract player in accordance with Section 4.  A one day try-out will be held for returning players of a disbanded team prior to the draft.  Those players failing to attend the special try-out will go to the draft face-down.

 
 

3. In all leagues, all girls will have to make two (2) of the scheduled tryouts to be eligible for the draft.  Any girl not meeting this requirement will go face down in the draft.   No player can go through two (2) tryouts on one scheduled date.

 
 

4. The order of the draft by teams shall be determined by draw and second round is reversed order.

 EXAMPLE (four teams):  
 

 Round 1 -- Team 1 picks; Team 2 picks; Team 3 picks; Team 4 picks.

 Round 2 -- Team 4 picks; Team 3 picks; Team 2 picks; Team 1 picks.

 Round 3 -- Team 1 picks; Team 2 picks; Team 3 picks; Team 4 picks.

 Round 4 -- Team 4 picks; Team 3 picks; Team 2 picks; Team 1 picks.

 Round 5 -- Returning players and daughters.

 Round 6 -- Draft will resume same as first four rounds throughout the remainder of the draft. 
 

1. Line one    - open
2. Line two     - open
3. Line three  - open
4. Line four    - contract player (contracted assistant coach’s daughter.)
5. Line five     - coach’s daughter
6. Line six     - returning players until all are listed.  Sister(s) of girls drafted will be placed in consecutive rounds.

 
 

5. The draft will take place with no more than the following people in attendance: Head Coaches or designated assistant coach for that team for that age group/league, League Supervisor for that age group, Player Agent, Secretary, and Softball President.  There must be a minimum of two (2) Board Members in attendance in order for the draft to take place.  If a Softball Board Member is not a coach and the board member has a child in the age group being discussed and voted, the board member shall remove his/herself from the meeting.  In the case where the minimum of two (2) board members cannot attend the draft because the appropriate board members have children in that age group, the appropriate number of board members can be designated by the President, in the first instance, or if she is unable, then by the Player Agent.  The Player Agent will not be asked  to leave during the draft of her daughter’s age group unless there is an Assistant Player Agent eligible to attend.

 
 

 
 

12. DECLARING A LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP

 
 

The following rules will be in effect for declaring a League Champion: 
 

In all leagues, the overall win/loss record of each individual team will determine league champions.  In case of a tie, head-to-head competition will determine placement.  If still tied, a one (1) play-off game will decide the winner. 
 

2. If needed after head-to-head determinations, the playoff game will consist of: (a) Little Miss and Pixie, a five (5) inning game with no time limit; (b) 10 & Under, six innings with no time limit; and (c) 12 & Under and 15 & Under, seven (7) innings with no time limit.  If tied, a game will continue until a team is ahead at the end of a complete inning. 

 
 

13. REGULAR SEASON ALL-STARS

 
 

1. All girls are able to be nominated as Regular Season All-Stars.

 
 

2. The Regular Season All-Stars will consist of twelve (12) players to be chosen by the All-Star Committee that deserved All-Star status during the current playing season.  The All-Star Committee includes all head coaches in the league concerned.  Voting shall consist of nominations with each committee member nominating up to five players.  All players nominated will be discussed before voting begins.

 
 

C. The selection will take place with no more than the following people in attendance: HeadCoaches or designated assistant coach for that team for that age group/league, League Supervisor for that age group, Player Agent, Secretary, and Softball President.  There must be a minimum of two (2) Board Members in attendance in order for the draft to take place.  If a Softball Board Member is not a coach and the board member has a child in the age group being discussed and voted, the board member shall remove his/herself from the meeting. In the case where the minimum of two (2) board members cannot attend the draft because the appropriate board members have children in that age group, the appropriate number of board members can be designated by the President, in the first instance, or if she is unable, then by the Player Agent.  The Player Agent will not be asked  to leave during the draft of her daughter’s age group unless there is an Assistant Player Agent eligible to attend. 
 

D.  All Post Season Tournament teams will consist of 100% participation of ODC team members only. 
 

 PENALTY:  Any coach violating this rule will be dealt with at the Board's discretion. 
 

14. POST SEASON TOURNAMENT TEAMS

 
 

A. The Post Season Tournament Team coach, with Softball Board approval, will be the first place coach, at the time of the team vote in all leagues that have one Post Season Tournament team.  Should the first place coach decline, the succession of the team finish, at the time of the Post Season Tournament Team vote, will be used (second, third, fourth, etc).  The coach will pick his assistants, which must have Board approval.  In co-op play, the team with the best season win/loss record of ALL games, including co-op, will be considered the first place team.  
 

1. The Post Season Tournament Team will consist of twelve (12) players to be chosen by the All-Star Committee that deserved All-Star status during the current playing season.  The All-Star Committee includes all head coaches in the league concerned.  Voting shall consist of nominations with each committee member nominating up to five players.  All players nominated will be discussed before voting begins.

 
 

3. The selection will take place with no more than the following people in attendance: Head Coaches or designated assistant coach for that team for that age group/league, League Supervisor for that age group, Player Agent, Secretary, and Softball President.  There must be a minimum of two (2) Board Members in attendance in order for the draft to take place.  If a Softball Board Member is not a coach and the board member has a child in the age group being discussed and voted, the board member shall remove his/herself from the meeting. In the case where the minimum of two (2) board members cannot attend the draft because the appropriate board members have children in that age group, the appropriate number of board members can be designated by the President, in the first instance, or if she is unable, then by the Player Agent.  The Player Agent will not be asked  to leave during the draft of her daughter’s age group unless there is an Assistant Player Agent eligible to attend.

 
 

D. All Post Season Tournament teams will consist of 100% participation of ODC team members only. 
 

 PENALTY:  Any coach violating this rule will be dealt with at the Board's discretion. 
 

E. Post-Season Tournament Selection - this team will consist of All-Stars making themselves available for post-season tournament play and the Post Season Tournament Team players selected under #15 B & C to fill a team of twelve (12).   The Post Season Tournament team  coach may, at his/her option carry up to fifteen (15) players.  The additional players must be selected from the nomination list and approved by the Softball Board. The Post Season Tournament Team coach may replace a player who chooses not to participate in post-season play.  All replacements/new selections by the Post Season Tournament team coach of the Post-Season Tournament Team must come from the nomination list until all names have been exhausted and must be board approved. 
 

6. Post Season Tournament Team Player - Players choosing to play Post-Season Tournament play

must make themselves available for the majority of all tournaments and for the Metro Championship tournament. Any required school activities will be an exception.  Any player refusing to play for the Post-Season Tournament Team cannot play for any other ODC sponsored Post-Season Tournament Team for that year.  Players and parents will sign a contract for the Post Season Tournament season/games within seven days of the first Post Season Tournament team meeting. 
 

7. All Board approved Tournament Teams will be recognized with a medallion or certificate at the closing ceremonies.

 
 

15. NOMINATIONS, VOTING, AND SELECTION OF REGULAR SEASON ALL-STARS AND POST SEASON TOURNAMENT TEAM PLAYERS

 
 

TOP HALF BALLOT 
 

A. All All-Stars making themselves available for post season play are automatically on the Post Season Tournament team. 
 

B. First round selections must appear on majority of the ballots.  Once selected, the name is taken off the board.  No other names are erased at any time since this nomination list is where replacements are taken from. 
 

 
 

2. Second round ballots-selections must appear on majority of the ballot.

 
 

 EXAMPLE

 20 nominations    list 10   4 selected

 16 nominations    list   8   5 selected

 11 nominations 4 needed  list 4   3 selected

 1 nomination 1 needed  list  1   most votes 
 

 NOTE:  If a player plays in an older league, she must remain in that age group for Regular Season All-Stars and Post Season Tournament Teams.

 EXCEPTION:  In two team leagues, all players are eligible for selection.  The two head coaches of that league will select all-star players.  If a consensus cannot be reached, any coach can call for a vote selection by the President of Softball, League Supervisor, and Player Agent