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Little League allows the local league(s) to make some rule adjustments for the benefit of play/players where it makes sense. It may be the number of innings played, additional minimum playing time, at bats, etc. Each division has specific local season rules (agreed upon by the local league and any other local leagues it will play with).
Below are the local rules for each division. If a topic is not covered by the local rules, then the requirements/rules listed in the official Little League Rule Book are to be used. Managers of both teams are responsible for meeting with the Umpire-In-Chief (UIC) before the start of each game to discuss the rules and any questions thereof. If a topic is not covered by either local rules or the Little League Rule Book, the umpire has the final say in his/her ruling(s).
NCLL Local rules
ALL DIVISIONS
Must bat continuous lineup
No child can sit consecutive innings on the bench
5 runs max per inning, including last inning
No forfeits allowed. Use pool players or opponent’s player for defense. Pool players allowed to make max roster of 10 players
Pool players must bat last and cannot pitch
Any players may be ruled out by the umpire for throwing the bat after 1 previous warning
All other rules per the current Little League rule rook
Coach Pitch
Can place additional players in the outfield if desired
5 swings per at bat.
No extra bases allowed on overthrows
No stealing
No scores or records kept
2 hour time limit per game
Minors
Can play with 4th outfielder if desired
No new inning after 1 hour 45 minutes, drop dead time 2 hours
Runners cannot advance once pitcher has control of the ball while around the mound
Majors
No new inning after 1:45, drop dead time 2 hours
Seniors
One balk warning per pitcher
No new inning after 1:45 hours, drop dead time 2:00
NCLL Local Rules