Tournament Rules
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All teams will play four ( 4 ) games
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Florida High School Baseball Rules will be enforced
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$5 gate admission fee per game or $20 all week pass is required ( Spectators Only )
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Absolutely no alcoholic beverages or coolers allowed in complex
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Games will be seven ( 7 ) innings in length
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Full Uniforms must we worn on field by player and coaches and no jewelry will be allowed during games
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Games Balls are provided but you must PLEASE have your players chase foul balls
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No soft toss into fences. Battings Cages are available for your use before the game
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Lineup must be turned in before game to umpires, field scorekeeper and opposing team
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Home team is determined by coin flip before the game
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Pregame is allowed if time permits. 10 minutes before start of game
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If a team is losing by 10 or more runs after having batted in at least five innings, the game is ended
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No pitching limits, use good judgment
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EH ( Extra Hitter ) is not allowed in your lineup, You can pinch hit for your pitcher, Only 9 players hit
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Courtesy Runner for both pitcher and the catcher may be used at any time. Courtesy runner has to be someone not presently in the lineup. The same player cannot run for both the pitcher and the catcher in the same inning.
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Must slide rule apply in all bases – No Trucking allowed
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Regulation High School Aluminum Bats allowed only
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Hockey style catcher’s mask only permitted
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Clean your dugout immediately after your game is complete
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Home team will be the official scorekeeper and scores must be reported to tournament director after each game
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Seeding is determined by ( 1 ) Win / Loss Record ( 2 ) Head to Head ( 3 ) Runs Allowed ( 4 ) Runs Scored ( 5 ) Coin Toss
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Any Participant (Player, Coach, Spectator, etc...) ejected from the game shall have the circumstance of his/her ejection reviewed by the Tournament Director, Athletic Director and Chief Umpire. A decision will then be made of the penalty. Minimum penalty one game suspension with maximum penalties of complete suspension of the tournament all together. ZERO TOLERANCE RULE FOR DISRUPTIVE PLAYERS, COACHES OR SPECTATORS. Florida High School Baseball penalties will be enforced.
Tournament Mission
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To bring in the best All-Catholic Teams from the East for exciting competitive baseball
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To provide a pleasant and enjoyable baseball tournament while allowing social activities within the area
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To allow a competitive tournament format with substantial games in a fair and balanced schedule
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To expose the best baseball talent to professional scouts and college coaches
Miami, Florida and its surrounding Areas
Miami and South Florida is not only considered one of the nation’s top baseball “hot spots” for talent but also one of the country’s premier vacation spots. With magnificent Miami and World Famous Miami Beach “ South Beach” you are sure to find all types of activities for your team before, during and after the tournament.
From the exciting and vibrant multi-cultural community that Miami is to the white sandy beaches of Miami Beach. From Florida’s Everglades National Park and its Indian reservations and alligator farms to the Florida Keys and its world famous fishing. And only 3 to 4 hours away are Orlando’s and Tampa’s theme parks such as Disneyworld, Universal Studios, SeaWorld and Tampa’s Busch Gardens.
You will also find all types of restaurants and activities to meet every budget. From the best steakhouses and freshest seafood’s to all types of multiethnic foods such as Cuban, Oriental, Italian, and many others. All types of local activities are available to the teams such as Florida Marlins baseball games, State of the art Movie theaters, Huge Malls, Museums, Miami Seaquarium, Parrot Jungle Island, and many more attractions. And considered one the world’s premier hot spots is South Beach with its Art Deco Design, Multicolored hotels and white sandy beach that run all along the strip of Collins Avenue. You will be sure to find exciting nightlife, delicious restaurants and all types of people. Definitely a must see any time of the day or night.
Some links that you may find useful when looking for what to do in South Florida.
www.miamiandbeaches.com , www.visitsouthbeachonline , www.floridakeys.com , www.evergladesgateway.com
www.orlandofunparks.com , www.buschgardens.com , www.floridamarlins.com , www.visitflorida.com
Complimentary Travel Service
Concorde Travel Management is available to you as a free service for all your travel needs. From hotel accommodations near the baseball complex to hotels on the beach to fit every budget. Also air travel and rent a car needs are available. Concorde Travel Management is an experienced travel company who services USA Baseball east and west teams. They can be reached most easily on the internet at www.concordetm.com , via email or by calling Cathy Stein at 602- 277-0593
Directions to Christopher Columbus High School Sports Complex – 3000 SW 87TH AVE Miami, Florida
From Florida Turnpike
From Florida turnpike north head south on Florida turnpike and exit Bird Rd (SW 40th St), make a left (east) and continue to SW 92nd Ave, make a left (north) and continue to SW 32nd ST, make a right (east) and continue to last entrance on left before traffic light (SW 87th Ave) and enter Christopher Columbus High School, continue inside and make a left (west) go past the gates and follow the road all the way to the back. Parking on right side.
From Palmetto Expressway (SR 826)
Head south on Palmetto Xway and exit Coral Way ( SW 24th ST ), make a right (west) and continue to SW 87th Ave, make a left (south) and continue ¼ mile to 3000 SW 87th Ave – Christopher Columbus High School on right (Past St. Brendan High School) enter school and follow the road all the way back. Parking on right side.
From Interstate I-95
Head south on I-95 and exit SR 836 West (Dolphin Expressway), continue on SR 836 West to SR 826 South (Palmetto Expressway), continue on SR 826 South and exit on Coral Way (SW 24th ST), make a right (west) and continue to SW 87th Ave, make a left (south) and continue ¼ mile to 3000 SW 87th Ave – Christopher Columbus High School on right (Past St. Brendan High School) enter school and follow the road all the way back. Parking on right side.
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