Tournament Rules

The following rules apply to the Fall Drumbo Tournament - October 1st & 2nd

Coin Flip for Home/Away
At beginning of each game coach must declare whether playing "bat 9" or bat full roster (However, you can't choose to Bat 11, if you have 13 players)
Pinch Runner Allowed for Pitcher at any time (last available)
Pinch Runner Allowed for the Catcher with 2 out (last available)
Pool Games Can End in a Tie Score
All games are No New Inning after 1:20
There is no drop dead rule
If the time threshold is reached and the home team is batting (with the lead) the game is over
Call-Ups Allowed, must clear player with PWSA coordinator
Text final scores to 519-635-3204

Tournament Points

Each Pool Game Won is worth 2-points
Each Pool Game Tied is worth 1-point

Mercy Rules:

15 runs after 3 innings
10 runs after 5 or more innings

Tie Breakers:

If two teams are tied:
- Head to Head Result
If three or more teams are tied:
- Head 2 Head records
- Least Runs Allowed (overall)
- +/-

UTM Fastpitch is an incorporated non-profit minor sports group with the ability to operate across Canada. UTM (Up the Middle) was created in 2016 to offer new opportunities to young women seeking to play the sport of softball at a high level. Since our launch we have fielded over 25 teams, and developed partner programs in Alberta, Ontario and Quebec. All UTM teams are expected to adhere to the governance provided by Softball Canada, and any provincial governing body where they are located. UTM provides tournaments in Ontario offering various age groups the chance to experience a great weekend of tournament ball. UTM partners with organizations to host these events, and share in the revenue and proceeds as a fundraising opportunity. UTM social media can be found using the handle @UTMFASTPITCH.