Genesee Fieldhouse is an indoor facility, thus during snow, rain, and other weather related events outside of our control, games may go on. We will cancel games for the safety of our customers, if weather events become dangerous. However, since we are not in control of the weather, no refunds, discounts, or credits will be offered due to weather related conditions. We will do our best to reschedule any canceled game. Game times and days may not match the typical time frame, but we will make it available as an option, where possible. If a game time/day is not agreeable by both parties or not available, the recorded score will be a 0-0 tie for each team.

Players (only) can enter the facility one hour prior to the game commencing. Mask wearing is strongly recommended, and along with following social distancing rules per CDC. Parents can enter at the start of the listed game time. This is to minimize congregating at the doors. We will do my best to schedule your games back to back. If we are unable to, spectators are recommended to leave, to minimize congregating and to provide maximum space for the athletes.

Please use the hand sanitizer that is provided at the entrance. We will be spraying anti-septics throughout the day, so please be aware that the bathroom seats and doors maybe damp.  

GFH will do its best to schedule around any conflicts given, however, they must be given prior to the registration deadline. Any conflicts given after the deadline may not be honored. Teams are allowed to block-out weekends in an effort to provide the best service to teams that travel a long distance. But please keep the requests within reason and there are no guarantees. You signed up to play each week, thus if there isn’t a solution your team will have to play or forfeit.

We will honor the following requests to avoid any issues where possible:
1. Coaches with multiple teams
2. Out of town travel for events
3. Team cannot field a roster to play
4. Avoid certain time-frames due to a TEAM practice schedule
5. We will entertain a black-out time due to a coaches work schedule/conflict, but it is not guaranteed.

Each team must pay the umpire $20 before each game. If a team fails to pay before the game is started, the game will be forfeited by the offending team.

Team listed first will play out of the 3^rd based dugout, with a coin toss used to determine the home team in all games.

Warm-up:
Field A: 3^rd Base team warms-up behind Field A. 1^st Base team warms-up behind Field B.
Field B: 3^rd Base team warms-up behind Field B. 1^st Base team warms-up behind Field A

GENESEE FIELDHOUSE LEAGUE SOFTBALL RULES

1. All age groups will play with regulation pitching and base distances. All games are live arm.
2. Any team that has sunflower seeds will forfeit their game(s), with no warnings given. If a team cannot obey the facility rules, they will be asked to leave. Please pass this information on your team members and their parents.
3. Everyone on the line-up sheet bats, and it is free defensive substitution. If a player is not on the initial line-up sheet to begin the game, that player will not be allowed to participate in the game, unless the team has not batted through its entire line-up, then the player arriving late can be added to the end of the line-up sheet.
4. A player that bats out of order will be an automatic out and the line-up will resume from that point. This situation will only occur if the batter has received one pitched ball, and is protested by the opposing team. If the mistake is caught before the first pitched ball, no penalty will occur.
5. Pinch-runners must be used for the catcher when there are two outs. Pinch-runners can be used for a pitcher that is going to enter the game the next inning.
6. We will play with 0-0 pitch counts, unlimited foul balls 7 runs maximum per at bat. Once 7 runs are met the inning will end and the teams will switch.
7. All age groups play a maximum of 6 innings or 80 minutes, whichever comes first. No new inning will begin with 5 minutes or less left in the game. If the home team is up to bat and is behind at time limit, they will be allowed to finish their half inning, unless the home team is behind by more than 7 runs, at that point the game will end. Games can end in a tie. If the visiting team is up to bat and the time limit is reached, the game will end, and the score will revert to last completed inning. Mercy Rules are as follows: 15 after 4, 8 after 5.
8. A team is able to play with 8 players, however, the 9^thspot will be an automatic out. A team with 7 players or less will be forfeiture. Teams can still play, however the score will be recorded as 7 – 0. However, if a team during the game falls below the minimum 8 player rule, the player that left the game (either personal reasons or ejection) will be an automatic out.
9. If a batted ball rolls through the fencing or any other field demarcation, the ball will be ruled dead (only after umpire inspection) and the ruling will be a ground rule double. Field players must put their arms up to indicate to the umpire that the ball is unplayable.
10. Any batted ball hit over the fencing or other field demarcation will be considered a home-run. The batter does not have to run the bases. If the batter chooses to run all bases must be touched.
11. Any batted ball that hits the top of the dome will be a dead-ball. The ball cannot be caught for a recorded out, nor can any base runners advance if dropped or caught, but that batted ball does go against the batters strike count. A batted ball that is hit behind the dugout area, or off the side of the dome cannot be caught for a recorded out. The ball is dead and is unplayable.
12. Fair territory is defined by an imaginary line running in front of the dugout and running parallel to the base lines. This line is up to umpire judgment on any batted ball. Spectators must be seated behind this imaginary line. Coaches, it is up to you to make sure your parents are seated in the proper spot. A batted ball that is hit behind the dugout is foul and cannot be caught for a recorded out if the ball ricochets back into the field of play. The ball is dead.
13. Infield fly rule will not be enforced.
14. Dropped 3^rdstrike rule will be enforced for 12U and up ages. This rule is not in effect for 10U.
15. No pitching restrictions. There is a onetime re-entry for a pitcher. If the pitcher is being re-entered she is allowed two pitches and the game will commence, if done at the top or bottom of an inning, she will be allowed 5 pitches.
16. Stealing: Stealing can be done once the ball leaves the pitchers hand.
17. There are only 10-mimutes in between games, so please vacate your dugout area as quickly as possible. If you are going to have a team meeting, please do so off the field, so games can stay on time.
18. Dugouts are for coaches and players only. 4 Coaches maximum allowed. If there are more than four coaches the umpire will ask the head coach to remove one of the coaches. An umpire will only speak with the head coach on any contested calls. If the dugout does not comply the game will be forfeited 7-0. All players must be in the dugout area at all times, except the on-deck batter. Helmets must be worn at all times, including any player coaches.
19. Team roster/waivers must be turned in prior to your first game and are frozen at the 2^nd game. Please roster as many subs as needed, as they must be on the roster/waiver form prior to the 2^nd game deadline. Any player that does not have a signed waiver will not be allowed to play and the team will forfeit the game. If a player is deemed to be too old based on the Genesee Fieldhouse age requirements (ask if you are unsure) your team will forfeit and the player will not be able to play (this must be done during the game, not after completion). Please keep copies of birth certificates with you, no need to turn them in, unless a player’s age is contested. Any player that participates must be on the Genesee Fieldhouse Waiver/Roster Form with the parents/legal guardian signature. If a non-rostered player is caught participating during a game, the score will be recorded 7-0, and the offending team will forfeit. This must be addressed during the game, and it will not be changed if challenged after the game is completed
20. On deck batters are responsible for picking up bats after a batted ball.
21. Face protection is required by any player warming up a pitcher.
22. Coaches please pass along to your staff, team members, and parents: Genesee Fieldhouse will not allow any coach, player, or parent in the building that cannot conduct themselves in a calm and professional manner. Any outbursts may cause your team the embarrassment of being asked to leave.
23. Other rules not covered will fall back on MHSAA/NFHS Rules.
24. A coach can visit the mound once per pitcher per inning. If the coach visits the same pitcher twice in the same inning, the pitcher will be removed from the pitching position.
25. Games that are cancelled by the Genesee Fieldhouse due to weather will be recorded as a 0-0 tie. A team that does not show up, the score will be recorded as a 7-0 loss. 
26. The Home Team keeps the official score-book. Each team should meet to ensure scoring is done accurately throughout the game before the game ticket that is provided is turned in. Any discrepancies must be handled on the field. Once the score is turned in and posted, that is the official score.

League Tie-Breaker Rules: 

1.      Over-all Record (3-points for a win, 1 point for a tie)
2.      Head to head
3.      Least amount of runs allowed
4.      Largest positive run differential 
5.   Most amount of runs scored

Additional Information:
1. If you need to cancel your scheduled game, please allow us 48 hours. A game cancelation the day of will require the umpire to still receive his/her payment. The credit card on file will be charged with a receipt sent for your records.
2. If a team has a scheduling conflict that cannot be avoided (an extreme instance), and the request is beyond the request date, GFH management will try to make arrangements for your team, only if the team is paid in full.
3. Any substitute players that are filling in must be of age, the office is to be notified before the game, and a completed waiver form is on file.
4. Any roster challenge during the game, must be made during the game. No appeals will be heard after the game. Please ask the umpire to stop the game for this challenge to be heard.