2.0 These rules and procedures will govern the various CCBA Competitions.

They should be read in conjunction with the Official Rules of Baseball (OBR) and

if in conflict, these rules shall take precedence. The CCBA will resolve any

exemptions or queries arising from matters not included in these Rules.

It is the responsibility of all clubs to ensure that they remain current with all

policies generated by governing bodies i.e BNSW and Baseball Australia. If

changes to any governing body policy occur mid-season, CCBA reserves the

right to implement said changes. These playing rules will be reviewed on an

annual basis to ensure that they are compliant with any policy change.

2.1. No alteration to the playing schedule or venues is permitted without the

approval of CCBA Board.

2.2. Playing times will vary according to the draw. The CCBA may make

alterations to game times when necessary.

2.3. The Scheduled Finishing Time will be as indicated in Rule 1.2. No adjustment

to extend the scheduled finishing time will be allowed in any instance.

2.4. The top half of an inning will NOT commence ten (10) minutes or less before

the Scheduled Finishing Time as indicated above, however where an inning is

NOT completed at the Scheduled Finishing Time, play shall continue until the

bottom half of the inning is completed or the team batting in the bottom half of

the inning has scored the winning run.