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My son has played 2 games so far he says he is considered a sub and has only got to bat 1 time per game all other players have batted 2 or more times. What does this mean??
Teresa,
Before I go into great discussion regarding this situation, I would like to cite the rule regarding Little League Mandatory Play. Regulation IV (c) states that every player must play 6 consecutive outs and bat at least 1 time each game. The only exception for this is if the game is shortened.
A policy of mine and my Board of Directors is that we do not interfere with a coaches style of instruction if they are following the rules. As long as your son is playing his mandatory play, the coach is following the rules.
There are numerous reasons as to why your coach might be playing your son mandatory play. Usually, newer children to certain division might see less playing time as those who have been in the division a year or two longer, etc., etc.
I would suggest you talk to your team manager regarding the situation.
I hope this has helped. Should you have any more questions, please feel free to ask.
-Martin Hoover
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Martin Hoover
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Questions regarding the Rules and Regulations of Little League Baseball and Softball. Questions regarding the history and organization of Little League Baseball at local, state, regional, and international levels. Advise regarding certain operational procedures and recommendations to Local League representatives.
Experience
Volunteer Little League Umpire since 2000; 2003 Little League, Junior League, Senior League and Big League Softball European Regional Umpire; 2005 Little League Softball Western Regional Umpire; Member- Hesperia National(Hesperia, CA) Little League Board of Directors(2003-2004); President- Hesperia National Little League Board of Directors(2005-Present); 2007 Junior Softball Western Regional Umpire
Organizations
Little League Baseball, Inc is the main operational center. I fall under Little League Western Region, and California District 49. I currently serve as President of the Hesperia National Little League Board of Directors.
Education/Credentials
Western Regional Junior Umpire School(2000)(Named Outstanding Junior Umpire of the Western Region Area); Instructor - Little League Baseball Western Regional Outreach Clinics
Awards and Honors
Outstanding Junior Umpire of the Western Regional Area(2000)
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