Playing Rules
In the event of a conflict in language between any printed version of the bylaws and the version on this website, the website version is primary. An annual review of the bylaws, operating policy and league rules shall be completed each year to ensure the league operates accordingly. It is the responsibility of the league membership to understand and abide by the rules of these documents.
FGSL Playing Rules (PDF)
USA Softball Rules and Eligibility
NorCal Girls Softball Association
FGSL Matrix
| | 6U | 8U | 10U | 12U | 14U | Majors |
| Ball Size | 10" | 10" | 11" | 12" | 12" | 12" |
| League Ages | 5, 6 | 7, 8 | 9, 10 | 11, 12 | 13, 14 | 15 -18 |
| Infield Fly Rule | NO | NO | YES | YES | YES | YES |
| Dropped 3rd Strike | NO | NO | YES | YES | YES | YES |
| Stealing | NO | NO | LIMITED | YES | YES | YES |
| Pitching limit | N/A | 2 per game | 2 per game | 3 per game | 3 per game | 3 per game |
| Max Runs per Inning | Five (5) | Five (5) | Five (5) | Five (5) | Five (5) | Five (5) |
| Innings per Game | Six (6) | Six (6) | Six (6) | Seven (7) | Seven (7) | Seven (7) |
| Game Time Limit
(Finish the inning) | 1 hr. & 20 min. | 1 hr. & 20 min. | 1 hr. & 20 min. | 1 hr. & 20 min. | 1 hr. & 20 min. | 1 hr. & 20 min. |
| Coach Pitch | YES | YES | NO | NO | NO | NO |
| Walks Allowed | NO | NO | YES | YES | YES | YES |
| Pitching Distance | 30 feet | 30 feet | 35 feet | 40 feet | 43 feet | 43 feet |
| Base Distances | 60 feet | 60 feet | 60 feet | 60 feet | 60 feet | 60 feet |
| Number of Fielders | All | Ten (10) | Nine (9) | Nine (9) | Nine (9) | Nine (9) |