Pony Division Rules (13–14U)
Spring 2026 — Orangevale Pony Baseball
🧭 Quick Rules Snapshot
| Topic | Rule |
|---|
| Game Length | 7 innings, 2-hour limit |
| Run Limit | None |
| Stealing | Allowed anytime |
| Balks | Enforced |
| Lineup | Continuous batting |
| Substitutions | Free |
| Cleats | Metal allowed (field dependent) |
Note: Unified games with Golden Eagle may have stricter enforcement.
🔄 Local vs Unified Rules
| Rule |
OVPB Local |
Unified |
| Time Limit | 2 hrs | Strict 2 hrs |
| Stealing | Allowed | Allowed |
| Balks | Enforced | Strict enforcement |
| Lineup | Continuous | Continuous |
| Substitutions | Free | Free |
| Cleats | Metal allowed | May be restricted |
📋 Rules by Category
Game Structure
7 innings. No new inning after 2-hour time limit. Mercy rule applies.
Lineup & Substitutions
Continuous batting order. Free defensive substitutions allowed anytime.
Base Running
Stealing allowed anytime. Players must slide or avoid contact on close plays.
Pitching
Pitch counts enforced per PONY rules. Balks are enforced at all times.
Equipment
Approved bats required. Metal cleats allowed unless restricted by field.
📏 Field Specifications
| Item | Distance |
|---|
| Bases | 80 ft |
| Pitching | 54 ft |
📝 Version Info
Version: OVPB-PONY-2026.1
Last Updated: Spring 2026
Applies To: Pony Division (13–14U)