History of Kickball
Kickball originally called “Kick Baseball”, was invented around 1917 by Nicholas C. Seuss; Supervisor of Cincinnati Park Playgrounds in Cincinnati, Ohio.  Around 1920-1921 “Kick Ball” was used by physical education teachers in Public Schools to teach young boys and girls the basics of baseball.

Since its creation kickball has continued to grow in popularity and in the late 1990’s began to enter into the adult social sports realm. Spearheaded by a DC start-up Kickball for adults has spread across the country with groups in nearly every major city getting in on the fun!

Golden Rule

First and foremost all NOLA Fray leagues are 50% Social and 50% Sport. We do have officials; however, we expect individuals to respect the league’s culture of fair and fun play. Foul language and rough play will not be tolerated and individuals who cannot adhere to our standards of fair play and sportsmanship may be asked to leave the league. NOLA Fray wants everyone to have a fun and be social while enjoying a great sport. NOLA Fray will do whatever they can to make sure all players are having fun.

Teams

NOLA Fray is proud to relieve captains of the burden of paying for full teams. While captains and players are able to prepay for additional players and or full teams, it is not a requirement for participation in our leagues. We welcome individual player payments.

We are also proud to welcome those who do not have a full team (small groups and free agents) to participate in our league.
Our primary mission is to make it easier for people to have fun and get involved with social sports and these policies help accomplish that goal.

Because of these policies, all registrations are on a first come first serve basis and any roster that does not reach our standard size (based on each sport) is eligible to receive free agents and or small group by the league. Rosters made up of primarily free agents and or a collection of small groups may field more players than the standard roster size. This policy is in place to help ensure free agent teams are able to consistently field teams each week.

1. Each Team must consist of a minimum of 16 Players and a maximum of 30 Players.

2. Each Team may have a maximum of 11 players on the field.

A. Teams are expected to field a minimum of 3 men and 3 women in the field while on defense. If a Team is only able to field 2 men/women in the field, that Team may only field a maximum of 6 of the opposite gender.

B. Teams who do not meet the minimum team requirements will be given 15 minutes to assemble the necessary roster. As soon as both teams have the expected minimum, per the eligibility guidelines, the game will start. Failure to meet the team requirement within 15 minutes will result in a forfeit.

That 15 minute grace period is taken out of that game’s playing time and the game is still limited to its original time length.

3. Each Team must have a minimum of 6 men and 6 women on their roster.

4. Teams must designate a Captain and Co-Captain prior to the start of the game. These are the only Team members allowed to argue all calls

A. NO PLAYER, including the Captain and Co-Captain, may verbally abuse or argue in an unsportsmanlike manner to any Referee. Such action is grounds for immediate ejection and possible suspension or expulsion from the Division if the Host or NOLA Fray staff deems it appropriate.

5. Team Captains are required to provide their teams kicking order to the opposing Team upon request. Once a game has started, the lineup cannot be changed except for injury or illness. Eligible Players may be added to the end of the kicking lineup if arriving to the game late.

6. Any use of ineligible players will result in a Team forfeit.

7. If a player kicks out of roster order that player is out.

8. During the regular season, any registered NOLA Fray player for that division may serve as a sub for a team under the minimum team requirement.

9. During the playoffs, teams may not use subs and may only use players on their roster.

10. Playoff Eligibility: teams that notch 2 or more forfeits during the regular season will not be eligible for the playoffs.

Here is the roster size chart for NOLA Fray Kickball.

Sport	Roster Promotion Size	Official Roster Size	FA Roster Size	MAX Roster Size	Female Minimum
Kickball	16	24	26	30	3

The Field

1. The field will consist of a diamond of equal sides, with bases being placed 60 ft. apart.

2. The pitching strip will be placed in the center of the diamond directly in line with 1st-3rd base and home-2nd base, or 42.42 ft.

3. To prevent collisions, there will be a double base at 1st base with 1 base being in fair territory and 1 base being in foul territory. The base in fair territory is for the fielder and runner already on 1st base. The base in foul territory is for the kicker to run to.

4. Alcohol is not permitted on or near the field. Any player bringing alcohol to the field will face severe penalties up to and including suspension or expulsion from the Division. In addition, the player’s team will immediately forfeit that week’s game(s). This violation may also result in a team facing suspension or expulsion from the Division if the Host or NOLA Fray staff deems it appropriate.

Equipment

1. All equipment will be provided by NOLA Fray and will consist of bases, cones, 10′ playground balls, pumps, field measurement aid, score sheets, and a strike/ball counter.

2. All Player participants must wear the official NOLA Fray Division shirt in order to play.

3. Any Player names or nicknames being placed on the jerseys may not be obscene or overtly sexual, nor may they contain any offensive language–If you are unsure, pick another nickname.

A. Should a player be found to be in violation of the equipment guidelines they will be subject to suspension and/or possible expulsion from the league.

4. Metal cleats are not allowed.

5. Players may wear any protective gear as deemed acceptable by the Head Referee.

Player Eligibility & Participation

1. All Players must be 21 and have current adequate health insurance.

2. All Players must be properly registered on a team within the Division for which they are playing, and may only play for the team they are registered for unless subbing for another team per the eligibility guidelines.

3. All Players must agree to the NOLA Fray Liability Waiver as described in the NOLA Fray Terms and Conditions section of Player Registration.

Games

1. All WEEKDAY Games will consist of 5 innings or 45 minutes from the scheduled start time, whichever comes first, and 3 outs per inning for each team’s kicking order.

2. All WEEKEND Games will consist of 6 innings or 50 minutes from the scheduled start time, whichever comes first, and 3 outs per inning for each team’s kicking order.

3. Regular Season Games can end in ties. Tournament games will play a full 5 or 6 innings (depending on the day), and will continue until a winner is decided.

4. A Regular Season Game is considered official if it remains tied after 3 full innings of play, or until the Team behind in score has had their chance to kick in the 3rd inning.

A. Games that fail to meet the above criteria will be completed at a later date with the score reverting to what it was at the end of the last complete inning.

5. Games will not be postponed due to rain unless the fields are closed or deemed unplayable by the Division Host and/or NOLA Fray Staff. If lightning is visible, Games will be immediately postponed, and all Players must clear the field.

6. Home and Away teams will be determined by the ancient game of Rock, Paper, Scissors before the game between each team’s captain. Best 1 out of 1 on SHOOT! The Home team shall be on the field first.

7. Forfeited games shall have the final score recorded as 6-0.

Officiating

1. NOLA Fray will provide one Host or head referee who is on site to settle disputes and is the final word for on any call for each Regular Season Division Game.

A. Each Team will be required to provide 3 Referees each for the game immediately before or immediately after their team’s game.

B. Teams failing to provide Referees will receive a Forfeit. While base referees are responsible for assisting with any and all calls, final rulings are made by the Head Referee.

2. Issuing ejections for unsportsmanlike behavior is at the discretion of the Host.

3. Teams shall designate 1 person to keep a score sheet to record game stats. This sheet will be turned into the Head Referee or Division Referee upon completion of the game.

Outs

1. A count of 3 Strikes.

2. A count of 3 Fouls.

3. Any pitched ball contacting the Kicker (whether kicked or not) and caught in the air prior to touching the ground.

4. Any time during a live play where the ball makes contact with a Baserunner while not on base or not yet reached the base s/he is being forced to.

A. If any part of a thrown ball makes contact with the Baserunner’s head while the Baserunner is not diving, sliding, or ducking, the Baserunner shall be awarded the base to which s/he was running).

5. Any time a Fielder has control of the ball and touches a base to which a Baserunner is forced to advance prior to the Baserunner reaching the base.

6. Baserunners intentionally running more than 4 feet outside the baseline with the intent to avoid a tag or throw.

7. Baserunners interfering with a Fielder making an active play on the ball.

8. Any Baserunner not on base when the ball is kicked.

9. Any Baserunner who passes another Baserunner.

10. Any Baserunner who is physically assisted by any team member.

11. Any attempt to make contact with a kicked ball outside of the Catcher’s zone fair or foul.

Pitching

1. A Pitcher may start his delivery anywhere on the infield, but must deliver the pitch within the Pitcher’s Circle and behind the 1st base/3rd base line.

2. The pitchers mound extends in a 12ft. radius from the pitching strip.

3. Pitchers must throw the ball by hand in an underhanded manner. Overhand and/or sidearm pitching is NOT allowed.

4. A pitched ball must touch the ground at least twice prior to reaching the plate.

Strikes

1. The Strike Zone is 41 inches wide (1 foot to either side of home plate) and approximately 1 foot high. If any part of the ball touches any part of the strike zone, it shall be ruled a strike, however, the ball may not bounce more than 1 foot high, as measured from the bottom of the ball, at any time during the bounce that carries the ball through the strike zone.

2. Any attempted bunt or kick that does not make contact with the ball.

Balls

1. Any pitch that is not a strike or foul.

2. A Pitcher may intentionally walk a kicker by announcing his intention to the Head Referee before throwing any pitches. A Pitcher is not required to throw any pitches to intentionally walk a kicker.

Fouls

1. Any punt or kick that lands in foul territory outside of the Catcher’s Zone.

2. Any kick during which the kicker steps in front of the Home Plate.

3. Double Kicks (anytime the kicker contacts the ball 2 or more times during an attempted kick).

4. Any kick that does not occur below the knee.

5. Any time a Catcher makes contact with a pitched ball (intending to kick or not) before the ball has traveled past the Kicker.

Catching

1. Teams must have 1 and only 1 catcher while on defense.

2. Catchers must stand behind the kicker within the Catching Zone

3. Catchers may not cross in front of the kicker nor be positioned outside the Catcher’s Zone until the ball is kicked.

4. If the Catcher impedes the kicker intentionally or unintentionally, the kicker will be awarded 1st base, and any runners may advance if they are forced.

A. If, in the Head Referee’s opinion, the kicker makes an unnatural move and initiates contact in an attempt to draw a Catcher Interference call, the kicker shall be called out.

Fielding

1. All fielders with the exception of Catcher must be positioned in fair territory.

2. No fielder may cross the 1st base/3rd base line until the ball is kicked.

3. Fielders may not stand within the baseline unless making an active play on the ball. Interference with a Baserunner results in the runner being awarded the base he/she was running to.

Encroachment

1. Pitcher’s Encroachment occurs when a pitcher crosses the 1st base/3rd base line before the ball is kicked. In this event, the Kicking Team shall have the option of taking the result of the play or taking a ball in the count.

2. Catcher’s Encroachment occurs when the catcher crosses in front of the kicker or is positioned outside the Catcher’s Zone, prior to the ball being kicked. In this event, the Kicking Team shall have the option of taking the result of the play or taking a ball in the count.

3. Fielder’s Encroachment occurs when any non-pitcher crosses the 1st base/3rd base line before the ball is kicked. In this event, the Kicking Team shall have the option of taking the result of the play or taking a ball in the count.

Kicking

1. All kicks must be made by foot or by leg below the knee.

2. All kicks must occur at or behind home plate. No part of the kicker’s plant foot may be in front of the plate.

3. Double Kicks are when a kicker contacts the ball 2 or more times during an attempt to kick the ball.

4. Teams must kick in their written kicking order. Kicking out of order results in an out for the spot in the order that was due up according to the written lineup. The kicking lineup will continue to the next spot in the lineup.

Baserunning

1. Baserunners may not intentionally run more than 4 feet outside of the baseline to avoid a tag or throw.

2. Baserunners have the right-of-way within the baseline except that a Fielder has the right to make a play on any ball in play, including within the baseline.

A. In rare circumstances, a Baserunner and Fielder in the act of making a play on the ball may collide due to Baserunner/Fielder movement. It is up to the discretion of the Head Referee whether to call the Baserunner out for interference or declare the contact as incidental and allow the play to stand.

3. Baserunners may overrun 1st base, however, if they turn toward 2nd base as if attempting to advance, they are in play and may be tagged out.

4. Baserunners may be substituted by players of the same gender, but only if the runner is injured during the play. The injured player must then sit out of the game for 2 innings. If their spot in the kicking order comes up, their spot is skipped.

5. In order to advance on caught fly ball, Baserunners must ‘tag-up’ on their original base at or subsequent to the fielder’s first contact with the ball. Failure to tag-up allows the defense to make an out by either tagging the runner with the ball before he/she returns to the original base or by a Fielder in control of the ball touching the original base before the runner returns to it.

A. Failure to tag up is not an automatic out, but must be recognized by the defense and a play made on the runner or original base.

6. If a Baserunner passes another Baserunner, the passing runner is out.

7. If a Baserunner is assisted by any other team member, the runner is out.

8. Once the Pitcher has the ball in the Pitcher’s Circle, all Baserunners must stop at the base they are running toward unless the Pitcher, subsequent to receiving the ball, attempts to make a play on a runner.

Overthrows

1. An Overthrow is considered any attempt at a base or Baserunner that misses its intended target and goes into foul territory.

A. An Overthrow allows a Baserunner to advance up to 1 base beyond the base they were running toward when the ball traveled into foul territory.

B. If the defense attempts to make a play on the Baserunner while advancing after an overthrow, all Baserunners may attempt to advance as many bases as they choose. It is up to the Head Referee’s discretion as to what constitutes the defense ‘making a play’ on the runner.

C. If a ball is thrown at a Baserunner and contacts that runner while not on base and deflects into foul territory, the runner is out and the ball is live. All other Baserunners may attempt to advance as many bases as they choose.

Dead Ball Plays

1. If a Baserunner intentionally touches the ball, the runner is out, the play is dead, and any other Baserunners must return to the base they were on at the beginning of the play.

2. If a fair ball becomes trapped in any object, or a Fielder faces an impediment in getting to the ball, the runner shall be awarded a ground-rule double, and all other Baserunners may advance 2 bases beyond the base they began the play on.

A. In obvious cases, the Head Referee has the discretion to award the Kicker and Baserunners whatever base s/he realistically believed they would have reached had there not been an obstruction.

B. If a ball goes over a permanent fence that is aligned in fair territory on the fly, the kicker shall be awarded an automatic Home Run.

C. Any play where a potentially serious injury occurs, play will be stopped by the Head Referee immediately.

 Fair

1. A legally kicked ball that lands in fair territory or in the Catcher’s Zone in front of the kicker and remains in fair territory until it passes the 1st base or 3rd base cone or completely stops in fair territory.

B. A legally kicked ball that lands in fair territory beyond the 1st base or 3rd base.

C. A legally kicked ball that lands in fair territory or in the Catcher’s Zone, and touches or is touched by a Fielder or Baserunner in fair territory prior to the ball traveling into foul territory.

D. A legally kicked fly ball that is in fair territory when it is touched by a Fielder or Baserunner.

 Fouls

A. Any illegally kicked ball (See KICKING).

B. Any legally kicked ball that lands in foul territory outside the Catcher’s Zone.

C. Any legally kicked ball that travels into foul territory outside the Catcher’s Zone on its own prior to reaching the 1st base or 3rd base cone.

D. Any legally kicked ball that is still inside the Catcher’s Zone when it is touched by a Fielder.

E. Any legally kicked ball that travels into foul territory in the air and the defense is unable to make a play on (i.e. catch in the air).

Sportsmanship

NOLA Fray Kickball is a sport, just like any other, and at times, people will get heated during competition. This is expected and understood. However, abusive treatment to referees, other players, or spectators will not be tolerated.

A player may be ejected from the game or the league if they show extreme unsportsmanlike conduct and/or douchebaggery.

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History of Kickball
Kickball originally called “Kick Baseball”, was invented around 1917 by Nicholas C. Seuss; Supervisor of Cincinnati Park Playgrounds in Cincinnati, Ohio.  Around 1920-1921 “Kick Ball” was used by physical education teachers in Public Schools to teach young boys and girls the basics of baseball.

Since its creation kickball has continued to grow in popularity and in the late 1990’s began to enter into the adult social sports realm. Spearheaded by a DC start-up Kickball for adults has spread across the country with groups in nearly every major city getting in on the fun!

Golden Rule

First and foremost all NOLA Fray leagues are 50% Social and 50% Sport. We do have officials; however, we expect individuals to respect the league’s culture of fair and fun play. Foul language and rough play will not be tolerated and individuals who cannot adhere to our standards of fair play and sportsmanship may be asked to leave the league. NOLA Fray wants everyone to have a fun and be social while enjoying a great sport. NOLA Fray will do whatever they can to make sure all players are having fun.

Teams

Fray is proud to relieve captains of the burden of paying for full teams. While captains and players are able to prepay for additional players and or full teams, it is not a requirement for participation in our leagues. We welcome individual player payments.

We are also proud to welcome those who do not have a full team (small groups and free agents) to participate in our league.

Our primary mission is to make it easier for people to have fun and get involved with social sports and these policies help accomplish that goal.

Because of these policies, all registrations are on a first come first serve basis and any roster that does not reach our standard size (based on each sport) is eligible to receive free agents and or small group by the league. Rosters made up of primarily free agents and or a collection of small groups may field more players than the standard roster size. This policy is in place to help ensure free agent teams are able to consistently field teams each week.

1. Each Team must consist of a minimum of 16 Players and a maximum of 30 Players.

2. Each Team may have a maximum of 11 players on the field.

A. Teams are expected to field a minimum of 3 men and 3 women in the field while on defense. If a Team is only able to field 2 men/women in the field, that Team may only field a maximum of 6 of the opposite gender.

B. Teams who do not meet the minimum team requirements will be given 15 minutes to assemble the necessary roster. As soon as both teams have the expected minimum, per the eligibility guidelines, the game will start. Failure to meet the team requirement within 15 minutes will result in a forfeit.

That 15 minute grace period is taken out of that game’s playing time and the game is still limited to its original time length.

3. Each Team must have a minimum of 6 men and 6 women on their roster.

4. Teams must designate a Captain and Co-Captain prior to the start of the game. These are the only Team members allowed to argue all calls

A. NO PLAYER, including the Captain and Co-Captain, may verbally abuse or argue in an unsportsmanlike manner to any Referee. Such action is grounds for immediate ejection and possible suspension or expulsion from the Division if the Host or NOLA Fray staff deems it appropriate.

5. Team Captains are required to provide their teams kicking order to the opposing Team upon request. Once a game has started, the lineup cannot be changed except for injury or illness. Eligible Players may be added to the end of the kicking lineup if arriving to the game late.

6. Any use of ineligible players will result in a Team forfeit.

7. If a player kicks out of roster order that player is out.

8. During the regular season, any registered NOLA player for that division may serve as a sub for a team under the minimum team requirement.

9. During the playoffs, teams may not use subs and may only use players on their roster.

10. Playoff Eligibility: teams that notch 2 or more forfeits during the regular season will not be eligible for the playoffs.

Here is the roster size chart for NOLA Kickball. And click here for a list of all sports and their roster size policies.

Sport	Roster Promotion Size	Official Roster Size	FA Roster Size	MAX Roster Size	Female Minimum
Kickball	16	24	26	30	3

The Field

1. The field will consist of a diamond of equal sides, with bases being placed 60 ft. apart.

2. The pitching strip will be placed in the center of the diamond directly in line with 1st-3rd base and home-2nd base, or 42.42 ft.

3. To prevent collisions, there will be a double base at 1st base with 1 base being in fair territory and 1 base being in foul territory. The base in fair territory is for the fielder and runner already on 1st base. The base in foul territory is for the kicker to run to.

4. Alcohol is not permitted on or near the field. Any player bringing alcohol to the field will face severe penalties up to and including suspension or expulsion from the Division. In addition, the player’s team will immediately forfeit that week’s game(s). This violation may also result in a team facing suspension or expulsion from the Division if the Host or NOLA Fray staff deems it appropriate.

Equipment

1. All equipment will be provided by NOLA Fray and will consist of bases, cones, 10′ playground balls, pumps, field measurement aid, score sheets, and a strike/ball counter.

2. All Player participants must wear the official NOLA Fray Division shirt in order to play.

3. Any Player names or nicknames being placed on the jerseys may not be obscene or overtly sexual, nor may they contain any offensive language–If you are unsure, pick another nickname.

A. Should a player be found to be in violation of the equipment guidelines they will be subject to suspension and/or possible expulsion from the league.

4. Metal cleats are not allowed.

5. Players may wear any protective gear as deemed acceptable by the Head Referee.

Player Eligibility & Participation

1. All Players must be 21 and have current adequate health insurance.

2. All Players must be properly registered on a team within the Division for which they are playing, and may only play for the team they are registered for unless subbing for another team per the eligibility guidelines.

3. All Players must agree to the NOLA Fray Liability Waiver as described in the NOLA Fray Terms and Conditions section of Player Registration.

Games

1. All WEEKDAY Games will consist of 5 innings or 45 minutes from the scheduled start time, whichever comes first, and 3 outs per inning for each team’s kicking order.

2. All WEEKEND Games will consist of 6 innings or 50 minutes from the scheduled start time, whichever comes first, and 3 outs per inning for each team’s kicking order.

3. Regular Season Games can end in ties. Tournament games will play a full 5 or 6 innings (depending on the day), and will continue until a winner is decided.

4. A Regular Season Game is considered official if it remains tied after 3 full innings of play, or until the Team behind in score has had their chance to kick in the 3rd inning.

A. Games that fail to meet the above criteria will be completed at a later date with the score reverting to what it was at the end of the last complete inning.

5. Games will not be postponed due to rain unless the fields are closed or deemed unplayable by the Division Host and/or DC Fray Staff. If lightning is visible, Games will be immediately postponed, and all Players must clear the field.

6. Home and Away teams will be determined by the ancient game of Rock,Paper,Scissors before the game between each team’s captain. Best 1 out of 1 on SHOOT! The Home team shall be on the field first.

7. Forfeited games shall have the final score recorded as 6-0.

Officiating

1. NOLA Fray will provide one Host or head referee who is on site to settle disputes and is the final word for on any call for each Regular Season Division Game.

A. Each Team will be required to provide 2 Referees each for the game immediately before or immediately after their team’s game.

B. Teams failing to provide Referees will receive a Forfeit. While base referees are responsible for assisting with any and all calls, final rulings are made by the Head Referee.

2. Issuing ejections for unsportsmanlike behavior is at the discretion of the Host.

3. Teams shall designate 1 person to keep a score sheet to record game stats. This sheet will be turned into the Head Referee or Division Referee upon completion of the game.

Outs

1. A count of 3 Strikes.

2. A count of 3 Fouls.

3. Any pitched ball contacting the Kicker (whether kicked or not) and caught in the air prior to touching the ground.

4. Any time during a live play where the ball makes contact with a Baserunner while not on base or has not yet reached the base s/he is being forced to.

A. If any part of a thrown ball makes contact with the Baserunner’s head while the Baserunner is not diving, sliding, or ducking, the Baserunner shall be awarded the base to which s/he was running).

5. Any time a Fielder has control of the ball and touches a base to which a Baserunner is forced to advance prior to the Baserunner reaching the base.

6. Baserunners intentionally running more than 4 feet outside the baseline with the intent to avoid a tag or throw.

7. Baserunners interfering with a fielder making an active play on the ball.

8. Any Baserunner not on base when the ball is kicked.

9. Any Baserunner who passes another Baserunner.

10. Any Baserunner who is physically assisted by any team member.

11. Any attempt to make contact with a kicked ball outside of the Catcher’s zone fair or foul.

Pitching

1. A Pitcher may start his delivery anywhere on the infield, but must deliver the pitch within the Pitcher’s Circle and behind the 1st base/3rd base line.

2. The pitchers mound extends in a 12ft. radius from the pitching strip

3. Pitchers must throw the ball by hand in an underhanded manner. Overhand and side arm pitching are NOT allowed.

4. A pitched ball must touch the ground at least once prior to reaching the plate.

Strikes

1. The Strike Zone is 41 inches wide (1 foot to either side of home plate) and approximately 1 foot high. If any part of the ball touches any part of the strike zone, it shall be ruled a strike, however, the ball may not bounce more than 1 foot high, as measured from the bottom of the ball, at any time during the bounce that carries the ball through the strike zone

2. Any attempted bunt or kick that does not make contact with the ball.

Balls

1. Any pitch that is not a strike or foul.

2. A Pitcher may intentionally walk a kicker by announcing his intention to the Head Referee before throwing any pitches. A Pitcher is not required to throw any pitches to intentionally walk a kicker.

Fouls

1. Any punt or kick that lands in foul territory outside of the Catcher’s Zone.

2. Any kick during which the kicker steps in front of the Home Plate.

3. Double Kicks (anytime the kicker contacts the ball 2 or more times during an attempted kick).

4. Any kick that does not occur below the knee.

5. Any time a kicker makes contact with a pitched ball (intending to kick or not) before the ball has traveled past the kicker.

Catching

1. Teams must have 1 and only 1 catcher while on defense.

2. Catchers must stand behind the kicker and within the Catching Zone

3. Catchers may not cross in front of the kicker nor be positioned outside the Catcher’s Zone until the ball is kicked.

4. If the Catcher impedes the kicker intentionally or unintentionally, the kicker will be awarded 1st base, and any runners may advance if they are forced to.

A. If in the Head Referee’s opinion, the kicker makes an unnatural move and initiates contact in an attempt to draw a Catcher Interference call, the kicker shall be called out.

Fielding

1. All fielders with the exception of Catcher must be positioned in fair territory.

2. No fielder may cross the 1st base/3rd base line until the ball is kicked.

3. Fielders may not stand within the baseline unless making an active play on the ball. Interference with a Baserunner results in the runner being awarded the base he/she was running to.

Encroachment

1. Pitcher’s Encroachment occurs when a pitcher crosses the 1st base/3rd base line before the ball is kicked. In this event, the Kicking Team shall have the option of taking the result of the play or taking a ball in the count.

2. Catcher’s Encroachment occurs when the catcher crosses in front of the kicker or is positioned outside the Catcher’s Zone, prior to the ball being kicked. In this event, the Kicking Team shall have the option of taking the result of the play or taking a ball in the count.

3. Fielder’s Encroachment occurs when any non-pitcher crosses the 1st base/3rd base line before the ball is kicked. In this event, the Kicking Team shall have the option of taking the result of the play or taking a ball in the count.

Kicking

1. All kicks must be made by foot or by leg below the knee.

2. All kicks must occur at or behind home plate. No part of the kicker’s plant foot may be in front of the plate.

3. Double Kicks are when a kicker contacts the ball 2 or more times during an attempt to kick the ball.

4. Teams must kick in their written kicking order. Kicking out of order results in an out for the spot in the order that was due up according to the written lineup. The kicking lineup will continue to the next spot in the lineup.

Baserunning

1. Baserunners may not intentionally run more than 4 feet outside of the baseline to avoid a tag or throw.

2. Baserunners have the right-of-way within the baseline except that a Fielder has the right to make a play on any ball in play, including within the baseline.

A. In rare circumstances, a Baserunner and Fielder in the act of making a play on the ball may collide due to Baserunner/Fielder movement. It is up to the discretion of the Head Referee whether to call the Baserunner out for interference or declare the contact as incidental and allow the play to stand.

3. Baserunners may overrun the 1st base, however, if they turn toward the 2nd base as if attempting to advance, they are in play and may be tagged out.

4. Baserunners may be substituted by players of the same gender, but only if the runner is injured during the play. The injured player must then sit out of the game for 2 innings. If their spot in the kicking order comes up, their spot is skipped.

5. In order to advance on caught fly ball, Baserunners must ‘tag-up’ on their original base at or subsequent to the fielder’s first contact with the ball. Failure to tag-up allows the defense to make an out by either tagging the runner with the ball before he/she returns to their original base or by a fielder in control of the ball touching the original base before the runner returns to it.

A. Failure to tag up is not an automatic out, but must be recognized by the defense and a play made on the runner or original base.

6. If a Baserunner passes another Baserunner, the passing runner is out.

7. If a Baserunner is assisted by any other team member, the runner is out.

8. Once the Pitcher has the ball in the Pitcher’s Circle, all Baserunners must stop at the base they are running toward unless the Pitcher subsequent to receiving the ball attempts to make a play on a runner.

Overthrows

1. An Overthrow is considered any attempt at a base or Baserunner that misses its intended target and goes into foul territory.

A. An Overthrow allows a Baserunner to advance up to 1 base beyond the base they were running toward when the ball traveled into foul territory.

B. If the defense attempts to make a play on the Baserunner while advancing after an overthrow, all Baserunners may attempt to advance as many bases as they choose. It is up to the Head Referee’s discretion as to what constitutes the defense ‘making a play’ on the runner.

C. If a ball is thrown at a Baserunner and contacts that runner while not on base and deflects into foul territory, the runner is out and the ball is live. All other Baserunners may attempt to advance as many bases as they choose.

Dead Ball Plays

1. If a Baserunner intentionally touches the ball, the runner is out, the play is dead, and any other Baserunners must return to the base they were on at the beginning of the play.

2. If a fair ball becomes trapped in any object, or a Fielder faces an impediment in getting to the ball, the runner shall be awarded a ground-rule double, and all other Baserunners may advance 2 bases beyond the base they began the play on.

A. In obvious cases, the Head Referee has the discretion to award the Kicker and Baserunners whatever base s/he realistically believed they would have reached had there not been an obstruction.

B. If a ball goes over a permanent fence that is aligned in fair territory on the fly, the kicker shall be awarded an automatic Home Run.

C. Any play where a potentially serious injury occurs, play will be stopped by the Head Referee immediately.

 Fair

1. A legally kicked ball that lands in fair territory or in the Catcher’s Zone in front of the kicker and remains in fair territory until it passes the 1st base or 3rd base cone or completely stops in fair territory.

B. A legally kicked ball that lands in fair territory beyond the 1st base or 3rd base.

C. A legally kicked ball that lands in fair territory or in the Catcher’s Zone, and touches or is touched by a Fielder or Baserunner in fair territory prior to the ball traveling into foul territory.

D. A legally kicked fly ball that is in fair territory when it is touched by a Fielder or Baserunner.

 Fouls

A. Any illegally kicked ball (See KICKING).

B. Any legally kicked ball that lands in foul territory outside the Catcher’s Zone.

C. Any legally kicked ball that travels into foul territory outside the Catcher’s Zone on its own prior to reaching the 1st base or 3rd base cone.

D. Any legally kicked ball that is still inside the Catcher’s Zone when it is touched by a Fielder.

E. Any legally kicked ball that travels into foul territory in the air and the defense is unable to make a play on (i.e. catch in the air).

Sportsmanship

NOLA Fray  Kickball is a sport, just like any other, and at times, people will get heated during competition. This is expected and understood. However, abusive treatment to referees, other players, or spectators will not be tolerated.

A player may be ejected from the game or the league if they show extreme unsportsmanlike conduct and/or douchebaggery.

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Special NOLA Fray Addendum for Spring 2018

4.2 TIME LIMITS 4.2.1) Games consist of six (6) innings or sixty (60) minutes from start time, whichever comes first. Note: We will be ignoring Section 4.1 for time limits. 4.2.4) Ties are allowed in regular season games.
4.5 MERCY RULE 4.5.1) If there is a twelve (12) run difference at the end of the 4th inning, or at the end of any full inning thereafter, then this Mercy Rule, which ends the game in the winning teams’ favor, may be invoked by the winning team at that point. The teams are given a choice whether to continue playing or not.
9.1 SUBSTITUTION RULES 9.1.1.2) There are no forfeits during regular season games, so teams may sub to reach the 8 minimum player requirement, but no more than that. 9.1.1.3) The substituted player must play outfield and kick 2nd to last in the kicking lineup. 9.1.1.4) There are no substitutes allowed during playoff games. 10.5 DISCIPLINARY LEVELS 10.4.3.4.3) Can still play with 10 defensive players if a teammate is ejected from the game.

History of Kickball

Kickball, originally called “Kick Baseball”, was invented around 1917 by Nicholas C. Seuss; Supervisor of Cincinnati Park Playgrounds in Cincinnati, Ohio.  Around 1920-1921 “Kick Ball” was used by physical education teachers in Public Schools to teach young boys and girls the basics of baseball.

Since its creation kickball has continued to grow in popularity and in the late 1990’s began to enter into the adult social sports realm. Spearheaded by a DC start-up Kickball for adults has spread across the country with groups in nearly every major city getting in on the fun!

Golden Rule 

First and foremost all NOLA Fray leagues are 50% Social and 50% Sport. We do have officials; however, we expect individuals to respect the league’s culture of fair and fun play. Foul language and rough play will not be tolerated and individuals who cannot adhere to our standards of fair play and sportsmanship may be asked to leave the league. NOLA Fray wants everyone to have fun and be social while enjoying a great sport. NOLA Fray will do whatever they can to make sure all players are having fun.

Teams

NOLA Fray is proud to relieve captains of the burden of paying for full teams. While captains and players are able to prepay for additional players and or full teams, it is not a requirement for participation in our leagues. We welcome individual player payments.

We are also proud to welcome those who do not have a full team (small groups and free agents) to participate in our league.

Our primary mission is to make it easier for people to have fun and get involved with social sports and these policies help accomplish that goal.

Because of these policies, all registrations are on a first come first serve basis and any roster that does not reach our standard size (based on each sport) is eligible to receive free agents and or small group by the league. Rosters made up of primarily free agents and or a collection of small groups may field more players than the standard roster size. This policy is in place to help ensure free agent teams are able to consistently field teams each week.

1. Each Team must consist of a minimum of 15 Players and a maximum of 30 Players.
2. Each Team may have a maximum of 10 players on the field.
   1. COED: Teams are expected to field a minimum of 3 men and 3 women in the field while on defense. If a Team is only able to field 2 men/women in the field, that Team may only field a maximum of 6 of the opposite gender.
   2. Teams who do not meet the minimum team requirements will be given 10 minutes to assemble the necessary roster. As soon as both teams have the expected minimum, per the eligibility guidelines, the game will start. Failure to meet the team requirement within 10 minutes will result in a forfeit.
      1. That 10 minute grace period is taken out of that game’s playing time and the game is still limited to its original time length.
3. COED: Each Team must have a minimum of 6 men and 6 women on their roster.
4. Teams must designate a Captain and Co-Captain prior to the start of the game. These are the only Team members allowed to discuss calls with referees.
   1. NO PLAYER, including the Captain and Co-Captain, may verbally abuse or argue in an unsportsmanlike manner to any Referee. Such action is grounds for immediate ejection and possible suspension or expulsion from the Division if the Host or NOLA Fray staff deem it appropriate.
5. Team Captains are required to provide their team’s kicking order to the opposing Team upon request. Once a game has started, the lineup cannot be changed except for injury or illness. Eligible Players may be added to the end of the kicking lineup if arriving to the game late.
6. Any use of ineligible players will result in a Team forfeit.
7. If a player kicks out of roster order that player is out.
8. During the regular season, any registered NOLA Fray player for that division may serve as a sub for a team under the minimum team requirement.
9. During the playoffs, substitutes are not permitted.
10. Playoff Eligibility: teams that notch 2 or more forfeits during the regular season will not be eligible for the playoffs.

Here is the roster size chart for NOLA Fray Kickball. 

Sport	Promotion Size	Official Size	Free Agent Size	Max Roster Size	Female Minimum
Kickball	16	24	26	30	3

Player Eligibility & Participation

1. All Players must be at least 21 and have current adequate health insurance.
2. All Players must be properly registered on a team during the season for which they are playing, and may only play for the team they are registered for unless subbing for another team per the eligibility guidelines.
3. All Players must agree to the NOLA Fray Liability Waiver as described in the NOLA Fray Terms and Conditions section of Player Registration.
4. Substitutes are permitted during the regular season only. Teams may pick up substitutes to reach the 8 player minimum. The substituted players may not kick first in the line up. 
5. Any player who does not meet the eligible player requirements cannot participate in game play, base coaching, or base refereeing. Any team in violation of this rule will automatically receive a forfeit for either the current game being played or the subsequent game, depending upon when the violation is reported.

The Field

1. The field will consist of a diamond of equal sides, with bases being placed 60 ft. apart.
2. The pitching strip will be placed in the center of the diamond directly in line with 1st-3rd base and home-2nd base, or 42.42 ft.
3. The Kicker’s Box is a 12 ft. by 12 ft. square. Home plate should be in the middle of the top boundary line of the box. 
4. To prevent collisions, there will be a double base at 1st base with 1 base being in fair territory and 1 base being in foul territory. The base in fair territory is for the fielder and runner already on 1st base. The base in foul territory is for the kicker to run to.
5. Alcohol is not permitted on or near the field. Any player bringing alcohol to the field will face severe penalties up to and including suspension or expulsion from the Division. In addition, the player’s team will immediately forfeit that week’s game(s). This violation may also result in a team facing suspension or expulsion from the Division if the Host or NOLA Fray staff deems it appropriate.

Equipment

1. All equipment will be provided by NOLA Fray and will consist of bases, cones, 10′ playground balls, pumps, field measurement aid, score sheets, and a strike/ball counter.
2. All Player participants must wear the official NOLA Fray Division shirt in order to play.
3. Any Player names or nicknames being placed on the jerseys may not be obscene or overtly sexual, nor may they contain any offensive language–If you are unsure, pick another nickname.
   1. Should a player be found to be in violation of the equipment guidelines they will be subject to suspension and/or possible expulsion from the league.
4. Metal cleats are not allowed.
5. Players may wear any protective gear as deemed acceptable by the Head Referee.

Games

1. All Games consist of six (6) innings or fifty-five (55) minutes from start time, whichever comes first. 
2. Regular Season Games can end in ties. Playoff games will continue until a winner is decided. The championship game will play a full 6 innings and will continue until a winner is decided.
3. A Regular Season Game is considered official if it remains tied after 4 full innings of play, or until the Team behind in score has had their chance to kick in the 4th inning.
   1. Games that fail to meet the above criteria will be completed at a later date with the score reverting to what it was at the end of the last complete inning.
4. Games will not be postponed due to rain unless the fields are closed or deemed unplayable by the Division Host and/or NOLA Fray Staff. If lightning is visible, games will be immediately postponed, and all Players must clear the field.
5. Home and Away teams will be determined by the ancient game of Rock, Paper, Scissors before the game between each team’s captain. Best 1 out of 1 on SHOOT! The Home team shall be on the field first.
6. Forfeited games shall have the final score recorded as 6-0.
7. Mercy Rule – if there is a twelve (12) run difference at the end of the 4th inning or at the end of any full inning thereafter, the Mercy Rule will go into effect. The game will end and the winner declared. Teams may continue to use the field if time and space allows.

Officiating

1. NOLA Fray will provide one Host who is on site to settle disputes and is the final word on any call for each Regular Season Division Game.
   1. Teams will be required to provide 2 referees, one for 1st base and one for 3rd base, for the game immediately before or immediately after their team’s game. Teams failing to provide Referees will receive a Forfeit. While base referees are responsible for assisting with any and all calls, final rulings are made by the Head Referee.
   2. Home plate umpires will be determined at the beginning of each season. Players may volunteer or be approached by league leadership to serve as a home plate umpire. Home plate umpires will receive player credit in return for games officiated as determined each season by NOLA Fray. Home plate umpires are responsible for reporting final game scores to the Host after the game ends.
2. Issuing ejections for unsportsmanlike behavior is at the discretion of the Host.

Outs

1. A count of 4 fouls and/or strikes.
2. Any pitched ball contacting the Kicker (whether kicked or not) and caught in the air prior to touching the ground.
3. Any time during a live play where the ball makes contact with a Baserunner while not on base or not yet reached the base they are being forced to.
   1. If any part of a thrown ball makes contact with the Baserunner’s head while the Baserunner is not diving, sliding, or ducking, the Baserunner shall be awarded the base to which they were running).
4. Any time a Fielder has control of the ball and touches a base to which a Baserunner is forced to advance prior to the Baserunner reaching the base.
5. Baserunners intentionally running more than 4 feet outside the baseline with the intent to avoid a tag or throw.
6. Baserunners interfering with a Fielder making an active play on the ball.
7. Any Baserunner not on base when the ball is kicked.
8. Any Baserunner who passes another Baserunner.
9. Any Baserunner who is physically assisted by any team member.
10. Any attempt to make contact with a kicked ball outside of the Catcher’s zone fair or foul.

Pitches

1. A Pitcher may start their delivery anywhere on the infield, but must deliver the pitch within the Pitcher’s Circle and behind the 1st base/3rd base line.
2. The pitchers mound extends in a 12ft. radius from the pitching strip
3. Pitchers must throw the ball by hand
4. A pitched ball must touch the ground at least twice prior to reaching the plate.

Strikes

1. The Strike Zone is 41 inches wide (1 foot to either side of home plate) and approximately 1 foot high. If any part of the ball touches any part of the strike zone, it shall be ruled a strike. However, the ball may not bounce more than 1 foot high, as measured from the bottom of the ball, at any time during the bounce that carries the ball through the strike zone
2. Any attempted bunt or kick that does not make contact with the ball.

Balls

1. Any pitch that is not a strike or foul.
2. A Pitcher may intentionally walk a kicker by announcing their intention to the Head Referee before throwing any pitches. A Pitcher is not required to throw any pitches to intentionally walk a kicker.
3. Any time a Catcher makes contact with a pitched ball (intending to kick or not) before the ball has traveled past the Kicker.

Fouls

1. Any punt or kick that lands in foul territory outside of the Catcher’s Zone.
2. Any kick during which the Kicker steps in front of the Home Plate.
3. Double Kicks (anytime the Kicker contacts the ball 2 or more times during an attempted kick).
4. Any kick that does not occur below the knee.

Catching

1. Teams must have 1 and only 1 catcher while on defense.
2. Catchers must stand behind the kicker within the Catching Zone
3. Catchers may not cross in front of the kicker nor be positioned outside the Catcher’s Zone until the ball is kicked.
4. If the Catcher impedes the Kicker intentionally or unintentionally, the kicker will be awarded 1st base, and any runners may advance if they are forced.
   1. If, in the Head Referee’s opinion, the Kicker makes an unnatural move and initiates contact in an attempt to draw a Catcher Interference call, the Kicker shall be called out.

Fielding

1. All fielders with the exception of Catcher must be positioned in fair territory.
2. No fielder may cross the 1st base/3rd base line until the ball is kicked.
3. Fielders may not stand within the baseline unless making an active play on the ball. Interference with a Baserunner results in the runner being awarded the base they were running to.

Encroachment

1. Pitcher’s Encroachment occurs when a pitcher crosses the 1st base/3rd base line before the ball is kicked. In this event, the Kicking Team shall have the option of taking the result of the play or taking a ball in the count.
2. Catcher’s Encroachment occurs when the catcher crosses in front of the kicker or is positioned outside the Catcher’s Zone, prior to the ball being kicked. In this event, the Kicking Team shall have the option of taking the result of the play or taking a ball in the count.
3. Fielder’s Encroachment occurs when any non-pitcher crosses the 1st base/3rd base line before the ball is kicked. In this event, the Kicking Team shall have the option of taking the result of the play or taking a ball in the count.

Kicking

1. All kicks must be made by foot or by leg below the knee.
2. All kicks must occur at or behind home plate. No part of the kicker’s plant foot may be in front of the plate.
3. Double Kicks, when a kicker contacts the ball 2 or more times during an attempt to kick the ball, are not permitted and are considered an illegal kick.
4. Teams must kick in their written kicking order. Kicking out of order results in an out for the spot in the order that was due up according to the written lineup. The kicking lineup will continue to the next spot in the lineup.

Baserunning

1. Baserunners may not intentionally run more than 4 feet outside of the baseline to avoid a tag or throw.
2. Baserunners have the right-of-way within the baseline except when a Fielder is making a play on a fair ball in the baseline. The Fielder then has the right-of-way.
   1. In rare circumstances, a Baserunner and Fielder in the act of making a play on the ball may collide due to Baserunner/Fielder movement. It is up to the discretion of the Head Referee whether to call the Baserunner out for interference or declare the contact as incidental and allow the result of the play to stand.
   2. A safety base is provided at 1st base to a avoid a Baserunner/Fielder collision (See THE FIELD). 
      1. WOMENS: Failure to use the safety base results in an out unless the Baserunner immediately advances to 2nd base upon touching the Fielder’s base in fair territory OR there is no Fielder present.
3. Baserunners may overrun 1st base, however, if they turn toward 2nd base as if attempting to advance, they are in play and may be tagged out. This applies whether the Baserunner touches the base in fair or foul territory.
4. Baserunners may be substituted by players of the same gender, but only if the runner is injured during the play. The injured player must then sit out of the game for 2 innings. If their spot in the kicking order comes up, their spot is skipped.
5. In order to advance on caught fly ball, Baserunners must ‘tag-up’ on their original base at or subsequent to the fielder’s first contact with the ball. Failure to tag-up allows the defense to make an out by either tagging the runner with the ball before they return to the original base or by a Fielder in control of the ball touching the original base before the runner returns to it.
   1. Failure to tag up is not an automatic out, but must be recognized by the defense and a play made on the runner or original base.
6. Once the Pitcher has the ball in the Pitcher’s Circle, all Baserunners must stop at the base they are running toward unless the Pitcher, subsequent to receiving the ball, attempts to make a play on a runner.

Overthrows

1. An Overthrow is considered any attempt at a base or Baserunner that misses its intended target and goes into foul territory.
2. An Overthrow allows a Baserunner to advance up to 1 base beyond the base they were running toward when the ball traveled into foul territory.
   1. If the defense attempts to make a play on the Baserunner while advancing after an overthrow, all Baserunners may attempt to advance as many bases as they choose. It is up to the Head Referee’s discretion as to what constitutes the defense ‘making a play’ on the runner.
   2. If a ball is thrown at a Baserunner and contacts that runner while not on base and deflects into foul territory, the runner is out and the ball is live. All other Baserunners may attempt to advance as many bases as they choose.
   3. If an overthrown ball becomes trapped in any object or a Fielder faces an impediment in getting to the ball, the Head Referee may, for player safety, enforce an Overthrow without allowing the defense to attempt a play. 

Dead Ball Plays

1. If a Baserunner intentionally touches the ball, the runner is out, the play is dead, and any other Baserunners must return to the base they were on at the beginning of the play.
2. If a fair ball becomes trapped in any object or a Fielder faces an impediment in getting to the ball, the Kicker shall be awarded a ground-rule double, and all other Baserunners may advance 2 bases beyond the base they began the play on.
   1. In obvious cases, the Head Referee has the discretion to award the Kicker and Baserunners whatever base they realistically believed the Kicker and/or Baserunners would have reached had there not been an obstruction.
   2. If a ball goes over a permanent fence that is aligned in fair territory on the fly, the kicker shall be awarded an automatic Home Run.
   3. Any play where a potentially serious injury occurs, play will be stopped by the Head Referee immediately.

Fair Ball

1. A legally kicked ball that lands in fair territory or in the Catcher’s Zone in front of the kicker and remains in fair territory until it passes the 1st base or 3rd base cone or completely stops in fair territory.
2. A legally kicked ball that lands in fair territory beyond the 1st base or 3rd base.
3. A legally kicked ball that lands in fair territory or in the Catcher’s Zone, and touches or is touched by a Fielder or Baserunner in fair territory prior to the ball traveling into foul territory.
4. A legally kicked fly ball that is in fair territory when it is touched by a Fielder or Baserunner.

Fouls

1. Any illegally kicked ball (See KICKING).
2. Any legally kicked ball that lands in foul territory outside the Catcher’s Zone.
3. Any legally kicked ball that travels into foul territory outside the Catcher’s Zone on its own prior to reaching the 1st base or 3rd base cone.
4. Any legally kicked ball that is still inside the Catcher’s Zone when it is touched by a Fielder.
5. Any legally kicked ball that travels into foul territory in the air and the defense is unable to make a play on (i.e. catch in the air).

Sportsmanship

NOLA Fray Kickball is a sport, just like any other, and at times, people will get heated during competition. Abusive treatment to referees, other players, or spectators will not be tolerated.

A player may be ejected and/or suspended from a game or league for unsportsmanlike conduct, including but not limited to foul language, rough play, and inappropriate or abusive treatment toward referees, other players, or spectators. If a player is ejected, the team may still play with 10 players in the field.

If a conduct violation occurs, league leadership will investigate and determine appropriate recourse. Each incident will be reviewed individually.

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Registration dues vary by location and night. NOLA Kickball strives to keep dues low while still providing a quality experience for our members. Most leagues range in cost from $45 – $69. This fee covers insurance, court costs, equipment, player t-shirts, parties, prizes, recruiting, and the tons of other NOLA Fray events that we will be hosting throughout the year. You definitely get your money’s worth!

Each league gets at least 6 organized nights of games, playoffs (if applicable), league shirts, and league-wide parties where you’ll get to meet literally hundreds and hundreds of other players. You’ll also have access to all our other non-kickball related events, shindigs and parties throughout the year. Please note, NOLA Fray does not issue refunds.

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← How much does it cost to join NOLA Kickball?

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NO. From the beginning NOLA Kickball has never been a competitive league. It’s kickball, have some fun. As with any sort of game, there are those that are more competitive than others and to them we say, “It’s just kickball!”

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You simply show up at the courts for your scheduled games, you and your teammates play your opponents for about 45-60 minutes depending on the league, and then everyone heads on over to the nearby sponsor bar for food, drinks, and partying! Teams generally have two games a night. It’s a ridiculously easy formula that’s seriously fun! Cornhole is available at the bar, so please make sure to read our social cornhole rules before signing up.

Game times vary by location but weekday leagues are run in the evening anywhere from 6pm to 10pm. Weekend leagues are played as early as 11am through the afternoon. Weekday leagues are 5 innings (45 min). Weekend leagues are 6 innings (60 min)

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Kickball teams average 15 players per team. Our rosters are this size because we know everyone has different schedules and may not be able to make it every week. The worst thing for a league is forfeits so we try to avoid those at all costs. During a game there are 10 players in the field for defense and every player present must kick.

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Yes, each team must have at least 3 females and 3 males present to play. A full field is 11 players with at least 3 of each gender at a position.

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• First Offense: Loss of game.
  

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• Second Offense: Loss of game and staff reserves the right to remove team from playoffs.
  

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• Third Offense: Potential Removal from the league, at the discretion of league commissioners.
  

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• Any team that forfeits more than once also forfeits any guarantee or right to a certain number of guaranteed games.
  

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• If you know in advance that your team is going to forfeit a game, we encourage you to call our office, at (504) 446-0197, so as to help us notify your opponent.
  

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• Teams have until ten minutes past the designated start time to field a full squad (minimum numbers of players required to play according to the rules). Refer to rules regarding gender policies(batting ratios, female designated football plays, etc). Anything less then the minimum must be approved by the staff and opposing team.

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First… are you sure you don’t know them or that they aren’t a friend of a friend? Once you’ve checked that, it likely means free agents or another small group has been merged onto your team. When groups do not reach full team size we merge groups and free agents together to fill out rosters.

To learn more about our how the roster management and group / free agent mergers work check out our full roster management page here!

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NOLA Fray operates a lot like the sports leagues of your youth. Our goal is to connect people and to play more often! Our leagues are 6-8 weeks long with a final championship tournament and end of season party, though we also host one time events during the season as well. From games, to league parties, to scavenger hunts, NOLA Fray organizes the events so all you have to do is show up and have fun!

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NOLA Fray understands that for most people, joining a sports team is about hanging out with your friends, having a good time and meeting some new people. We strive to keep the games fair and stress free so you can do just that… socialize and have a good time!

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You simply show up at the courts/fields/bar for your scheduled games, you and your teammates play your opponents for about 30-60 minutes, and then everyone heads on over to the nearby sponsor bar for food, drinks, and partying! It’s a ridiculously easy formula that’s seriously fun!

Times:
Depending on the location and day, weekday games are played between 6:00 and 11:30 pm. Weekend games can be anytime during the day or evening. Please check your specific league page for more details.

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← What’s a NOLA Fray game night like?

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All players must be at least 21. Why? Because playing your game is only a small part of it. A large part of the fun happens at the bars after the games are done! Most players are between 23 and 31 years old and 60% are female.

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← How old do you have to be to join?

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Since the beginning, NOLA Fray has always been more about meeting people, playing a fun game and socializing afterward at the bar. A few players are naturally more competitive than others but don’t worry, 95% of DC Fray is NOT competitive.

As we have grown we have begun to offer divisions for different skill levels for select sports BUT every league we offer is inherently SOCIAL, in that we are all out there to have a good time and meet new people!

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← Is this a competitive league?

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Your ringleader simply forms a new group during the registration process. Once they’re registered, everyone then registers under that group / team. Easy, Peasy! Doesn’t matter how small your group is, we’ll keep your buddies together when we merge and finalize teams after registration is closed. Start telling your buddies to sign up now!

*NOLA Fray reserves the right to put independent players on your group / team. Please check out our to see average team size for leagues*

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← I have a group of friends who want to play. How can we make sure we’re on the same team?

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Absolutely! A large majority of NOLA Fray players sign up as independents or in smaller groups. Once registration for a division is closed, we merge all free agents and small groups into bigger teams, as space is available. Right off the bat, you’ll get to meet new people from your team alone, not to mention all the other players from the other teams as the season plays out! NOLA Fray is the EASIEST way to meet people and make new friends!

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← What if I don’t know anyone in NOLA Fray? Can I still play?

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Lots of people join NOLA Fray for different reasons and sometimes you may find yourself on a team that you just don’t mesh with. No worries, shoot your league commissioner an email and we will find you a new home!

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← What if I don’t like my team?

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We make the final call a few hours before the games the day of, but for the most part, we usually play through a light drizzle. Any lightening in the area and games are cancelled. At permitted locations that call to cancel is made by the operating DPR.  We usually build one or more weeks of make up days in case of weather. If a league has multiple cancellations, games MAY NOT be able to be made up. Call the Weather Hotline to check the status of your games: 504-273-7057.

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← How do rainouts and game cancellations work?

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NOLA Fray has a no refund policy. Often our rosters have limited space and last minute cancellations hinder our ability to properly plan and organize the season and our leagues as well as the costs that have already been incurred by the league.

If you are unable to participate after completing the registration process we are able to transfer your registration to a future season!

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← What is your refund policy?

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To register select your desired day and location. Make sure to read through the season info before signing up (dates, location, etc). Click through the links and you will be guided through the process.

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← How do I join?

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Absolutely! We use commish and Stripe as our processor. Simply follow the prompts at the end of your registration to pay with your debit or credit card.

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← Is your payment processor secure?

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If you would like to prepay for other players or for an entire team you have the option to do so when registering! Once you are on commish and on the option to “Choose Your Destiny” there will be an option to Prepay for Others. Simply enter the number of additional people you are paying for, create a prepaid code, and your total cost should update next to the box. Provide your created prepaid code to your players to use when they go to register for the season to mark their registration as paid.

Some of our divisions now offer an option to prepay for a full team! When you are creating a team/group you can select to “Prepay for a Team” just under the prepay for others option. The total for payment should be reflected on the right-hand side of the screen. Complete the rest of the registration prompts and proceed to the payment screen. When you pay for a full team you are paying for a team spot in the league and a specific number of roster spots. Your teammates still need to register for the season and apply your prepaid code! If you would like additional players you can add additional roster spots at time of checkout or after the purchase.

If you have a corporate company team or want to bring a very large group of rotating players, please email [email protected] to talk about corporate programs!

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← Can I pay for my friend(s)?

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Yes, we do offer the option to pay as a team. Since our registration is individually based, the team rate is based on an official roster size times the registration cost. For steps on how to pay for a team during the registration process please check the FAQ above.

Every player must be a registered member on the roster. We do not allow subs/walk-ups/whomever to play with us without being a registered NOLA Fray player. Certain leagues CAN use subs as long as that person is registered in the same division.

*Corporate, Veteran or other groups please email to find out about possible groups rates.*

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← Are there team rates? Does everyone need to register for the league?

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