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Section 9. League Play Guidelines

These are the guidelines adapted by the United States Fastpitch
Association for running leagues. Local directors may make
modifications to accommodate local needs.

1. All teams and umpires must be sanctioned with USFA.
Umpires must sanction individually to receive proper
insurance coverage.
2. Teams should be picked in a manner to ensure parity in the
league. There is nothing worse than having a stacked team
among a group of inexperienced teams. League parity assures
better games and a better chance of fair play.
3. At the end of the season, all-star teams can be picked and

they should represent the best players that each individual
team has to offer.
4. Local all-star tournaments should be rotated between the
local area parks on a year-to-year basis.
5. A mid-season tournament is always a good way to raise
money for local leagues. The tournament should consist of all
league teams within the area.
6. Fundamentals should be taught to the players at all age
groups and divisions. Clinics should be arranged for all new
coaches.
7. Sportsmanship and fair play should be stressed to all players
and coaches.
8. Sponsors should be appropriate for our youth to be
associated with.
9. Coaches should try to keep the game fun. Never degrade
or belittle a player. Be positive in all aspects of the game.

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