California Tie-Breaker Rule

This page outlines the tie-breaker procedures used during playoff games for Walnut PONY Baseball.

Game Length & Extra Innings

There is no time limit for games. Once a game has reached the required number of regulation innings for its division and remains tied, the California Tie-Breaker Rule will be applied in playoff games only.

This rule does not apply to Championship games.

California Tie-Breaker Rule (Playoffs Only)

• The player who made the last out in the previous inning will start on second base.
• The inning will begin with one (1) out.
• A full inning will be played with each team having an opportunity to bat
• If the home team scores the winning run during their half of the inning, the game will end immediately.
• Additional tie-breaker innings will be played as needed until a winner is determined.