1. GHSA Points Of Emphasis for 2006 Double First Base Huddles in live ball territory Batting Helmets Ball being hit twice Pre-Game Coach Meeting Game Events

2. Pre-Game Meeting The HEAD coach must attend the plate meeting ( Rule 3-Sec 5-Art 1) Verify lineups before accepting them from the coach Have the Home Team Head Coach go over ground rules Ask both coaches if all their players “legally and properly equipped” Introduce yourself and your partner

3. Double First Base ASA Rule 8-Sec 2-Art M : definition for a double first base will be used.

4. Double First Base ASA Rule 8-Sec 2-Art M : definition for a double first base will be used. NOT the NFHS definition in the rule book Fielder uses this side for a play Batter-Runner uses this side for a play Runner can use either side when returning tag up start of play

5. Ball Hits Bat Twice If the ball hits a bat that is not moving, no call. The status of the ball depends on where it is touched or settles.

6. Bat Hits Ball Twice If the bat is moving when it hits the ball, the batter is out Dead ball, the batter is out and all runners return.

7. Team Huddles Huddles in LIVE ball areas are NOT allowed. (POE 2) Infield “high 5” the pitcher is not a huddle

8. Batting Helmets Must have the NOCSAE seal (Rule1-Sec 6-Art 1) Must have the NOCSAE seal (Rule1-Sec 6-Art 6) Chin Straps are NOT required Batting helmets must have a face mask (Rule1-Sec 6-Art 6) Batting helmets must be worn in live ball area’s (Rule1-Sec 6-Art 2)

9. Game Events Notify Association Representative: Ejections - this MUST be done by 8 AM the next day If a varsity game is not completed If the field is incorrectly marked off