Westcoast Fastpitch Rules

POOL PLAY FORMAT 
  • Official batting line-ups are required prior to each pool play game to ensure line-up integrity and accurate score keeping.
  • Free defensive substitutions are permitted throughout pool play. Players may enter and exit defensively without penalty.
  • Unlimited courtesy runners are allowed for any player during pool play only.​
  • Pool play is designed to maximize player participation, development, and competitive opportunities for all athletes.
  • All other games rules will be governed by current tournament and sanctioned softball regulations

 
One Way/Two Way Communication Devices
  One Way and Two-way Communication Devices are Permitted on Offense and Defense,
  in Accordance with Current Softball Rules and Regulations.
  Teams are responsible for proper and sportsmanlike use of all Devices During Competition

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BRACKET PLAY FORMAT
  • Follows NFHS rules
  • ​80 Minutes must have a winner
  • Includes all WCP supplemental modifications
  • Sunday bracket play will follow NFHS rules, with the supplemental exceptions outlined below.



RUN RULES
  • 10 after 4 Innings
  • 8 after 5 Innings
  • Run rules are enforced in all pool & bracket games 
  • Showcases | No Run Rules
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TIE BREAKER
  • Pool play games may end in a tie
  •  Last scheduled batter placed on second base
  • Game Time & Forfeits Scheduled game time is forfeit time unless delayed by the tournament.

HOME TEAM RULES
  • Pool Play: Determined by coin flip
  • Bracket Play: Higher seed is home team



COURTESY RUNNER
  • Pool Play: Courtesy runners allowed for any player due to open substitution
  • Bracket Play: Courtesy runners allowed only for pitcher and catcher and must be a player who has not yet participated in the game.
 


TIME LIMITS 
  • Pool Play:
    • No new inning after 80 minutes 
    • ​Teams must be game - ready up to 15 minutes prior to scheduled start time
  • Bracket Play:
    • Finish the inning after 80 minutes
    • A winner must be determined
Drop Dead Rule Modification If pool play falls significantly behind schedule, the Tournament Director may enforce drop dead finishes. Scores will NOT revert to the last completed inning.


DUGOUTS
  • Top of the bracket occupies the third-base dugout
  • Teams may remain in the same dugout if playing consecutive games
  • PROTEST 
  • Protest $250 cash deposit required
  • Refunded if protest is upheld; non-refundable if denied
  • Must be filed before umpires leave the field
  • Games continue under protest until a ruling is made
  • AGE VERIFICATION
  • Acceptable Age Verification Documents:
  • Passport
  • State ID
  • Driver’s Permit/License
  • Military Dependent ID
  • Consular Report of Birth Abroad
  • Tribal ID
  • School Records (with DOB)
  • Birth Certificate​


ROSTERS
  • Must include full name and date of birth
  • Must be submitted before first game
  • Proof of insurance required at check-i
  • Pitching Rule Modifications
  • Stride foot may start on or behind the plate
  • Once set, stride foot cannot be moved to gain distance
  • Pitcher must take or simulate a signal
  • Pivot foot may become airborne but cannot replant
Intentional Walks Pitcher must pitch four balls to complete the at-bat.
Game Balls Tournament will provide all official game balls.


METAL CLEATS
  • 10U & 12U: Not allowed
  • 14U+: Allowed unless restricted by facility
  • Code of Conduct & Sportsmanship All participants (players, coaches, spectators, officials) are expected to demonstrate respect and professionalism at all times.

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  • SPORTSMANSHIP & CONDUCT
  • Coaches, players, and spectators are expected to conduct themselves professionally at all times
  • Unsportsmanlike behaviors may result ejection from the venue
  • Ejections may carry over to additional games at Director Discretion
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  • LINE-UP OPTIONS
  • Straight 9
  • DP/Flex
  • EP (10 bat)
  • DP/Flex + EP (11 players, 10 bat)
  • Defensive Substitutions Free substitutions: pitcher and catcher changes must be reported.

  • DIVISON RULES
  • 10U: 35’ distance, 11” ball
  • 12U: 40’ distance, 12” ball
  • 14U: 43’ distance, 12” ball 



SEEDING TWO-WAY TIE:
  1. Head-to-head
  2. Runs allowed
  3. Runs scored
  4. Run differential (10 Runs Max)
  5. Coin flip



THREE PLUS TEAMS:
  1. Runs allowed
  2. Runs scored
  3. Run differential
  4. Coin flip



INSURANCE   
  •  Teams must carry insurance with minimum $2M coverage
  • Provide copy to gate personnel before first scheduled game


BACK GROUNDS
  • Background checks required for all adults with access to players
  • Individuals with convictions may not participate


​FACILITY  RULES
No pets
  • Outside food/drinks subject to facility rules (Misty Holt Singh)
  • One team water cooler allowed (Arnaiz Sports Complex)
  • Liability Disclaimer Tournament organizers, staff, and facility hosts are not responsible for injuries, losses, or damages. Teams must carry their own insurance.



ADMISSION
  • $10 general admission
  • $8 seniors, military, veterans
  • Free for children 12 & under
  • A $150 team gate fee will be applied at All non-gated facilities
  • This fee helps support event operations, field preparations, fences set up, and tournament services
  • Anchor Team Policy, select organizations may be designated as Anchor Teams for events. Anchor Teams help support event stability, scheduling consistency, and overall tournament quality
Anchor Team opportunities, requirements, and benefits, please contact the Tournament Director directly



WCP DIRECTOR
 Reserves the right to modify format, time limits, or rules to maintain schedule integrity and overall tournament experience.



​Rainout & Refund Policy
  • Full cancellation: CREDIT ISSUED
  • Partial event: CREDIT ISSUED
  • Withdrawal after scheduling,
  • YOU WILL LOSE YOUR ENTRY FEE
  • Overcapacity: CREDIT ISSUED​