Darien Youth Club

First, we will utilize NFHS rules unless otherwise specified within this Rock Tournaments Rules and Policies document.

Please be respectful to opposing teams, coaches, fans and umpires.

No metal cleats allowed at any age level. All of the complexes where we host tournaments have turf fields.

Then, all on the field calls by an umpire are final. In the event there is a non umpire/game issue or question, please have the head coach consult with the onsite tournament director. All decisions made by the tournament director are final.

Also, no seeds or gum allowed as all of the complexes where we host tournaments have turf fields.

Admission Fees: Admission fees vary based on the length of the tournament.

Pitching restrictions – We do not monitor pitch counts or have pitching restrictions. That said, we recommend that all coaches adhere to the Smart Pitch guidelines provided by USA Baseball.

Catchers may use a 2-piece helmet/mask at their own risk

Then Home team is resposnible for the scoreboard.

Slash Bunts are NOT ALLOWED at any time in 12U and under. Batter will deemed out if attempted. On 1st offense coach will be restricted to the dugout. On the second offense, coach will be ejected from the game.

Lastly, if we have a safety bag, the entire safety bag is considered the bag. So if the firstbaseman is on the orange part of the bag, it is still considered the bag. That said, the orange part if the bag is still in foul territory.