Base Line and Verbal Obstruction?

[Tru_in_Blu]

I'm also not one to say anything about clapping or even loud cheering FOR you team. AGAINST the opposition is another thing.

I work a JO REC league ages 10 to 14 and their bylaws specifically say that cheering for your own team is allowed. They cannot yell anything out about the opposition.

Here's the passage in the bylaws:
H. Team members are allowed to cheer for their team only. Remarks shall not be directed to any opposing player. For example, a catcher cannot say "swing" to the batter. Violations of this rule will be considered unsporting conduct and may be grounds for ejection from the game by the umpire.

This is more specific than NFHS or ASA, but it does teach the girls the basics of sportsmanship.

Ted