TOURNAMENT ENTRY FEE
*See Tournament Weekend for Pricing
Includes Gate Fee and ranch activities for players and coaches
Ranch Activities: Basketball | Tennis | Swimming | Water-Slide | Volleyball | Fishing | Shuffleboard | Wiffle Ball | Cornhole
TOURNAMENT ENTRY FEE CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY
We understand life happens and that unforeseen circumstances can occur over the course of the season. Coaches and Teams should know that Rocker B Ranch will go above and beyond and do everything in our power to PLAY BALL! With that said, teams should also plan for the unexpected and understand that the process of planning a tournament starts months before the event takes place and that our facility must make commitments to our staff and others despite any scheduling issues that may occur. PLEASE READ OUR TOURNAMENT ENTRY FEE CANCELLATION POLICY CAREFULLY PRIOR TO FINALIZING YOUR REGISTRATION
TOURNAMENT ENTRY FEE CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY
NO REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED AT ANYTIME AFTER PAYMENT.
ROCKER B RANCH WILL ISSUE A TRANSFERABLE CREDIT TO A FUTURE EVENT IF NOTICE OF CANCELLATION IS GIVEN AT LEAST 21 DAYS PRIOR TO THE EVENT. CANCELLATIONS MADE WITHIN 20 DAYS OF THE TOURNAMENT WILL NOT RECEIVE ANY REFUND OR FUTURE CREDITS. TO CANCEL, PLEASE EMAIL HELLO@ROCKERB.COM.
INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY
IN THE EVENT OF INCLEMENT WEATHER, WE WILL DELAY THE START TIME OF EACH GAME AND ASSESS THE FIELD CONDITIONS TO ASSURE THE SAFETY OF THE PLAYING SURFACE. IF THE GAME IS IN PLAY AND WE EXPERIENCE INCLEMENT WEATHER, WE WILL ALLOW FOR DELAY AS LONG AS REASONABLY POSSIBLE. IF INCLEMENT WEATHER STILL PROHIBITS THE GAME FROM BEING PLAYED AFTER THE DELAY, WE WILL POSTPONE OR CANCEL THE GAME AND ATTEMPT TO RESCHEDULE IT FOR A LATER TIME.
NO REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED AT ANY TIME AFTER PAYMENT.
IN THE EVENT TEAMS DO NOT START THEIR FIRST GAME OR ANY GAMES FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE TOURNAMENT, ROCKER B RANCH WILL ISSUE A TRANSFERABLE CREDIT TO A FUTURE EVENT.
IN THE EVENT TEAMS START THEIR FIRST GAME, BUT DO NOT COMPLETE THE GAME OR ANY GAMES FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE TOURNAMENT, ROCKER B RANCH WILL ISSUE A TRANSFERABLE CREDIT FOR 50% OF THE TOURNAMENT ENTRY FEE.
PLEASE BE AWARE THAT NO CREDITS WILL BE ISSUED AFTER THE START OF EACH TEAMS SECOND GAME
GATE FEE
Rocker B Ranch is a unique venue for youth baseball tournaments, offering a variety of fun-filled amenities that the entire family can enjoy. The gate fee allows us to offer these amenities and to maintain our facilities and activities to the highest standard. It also allows us to provide additional services and conveniences, like certified lifeguards for our two pools, stocked fishing ponds and updated equipment readily available for the many ranch activities. Three coaches from each team will receive complimentary daily parking.
$20 PER CAR PER DAY
For standard size vehicles and trucks
$40 PER OVERSIZED VEHICLE PER DAY
For RV’s, sprinter vans, multi-passenger vans and vehicles with trailers
There is a designated parking area for these larger vehicles.
THERE ARE NO REFUNDS (NO EXCEPTIONS) FOR GATE FEES.
ROCKER B TOURNAMENT RULES
Official Tournament Rules
Rocker B Ranch follows the NFHS (National Federation High School Baseball Rules) except in the following situations:
All Balks are a dead ball.
The fake 3rd to 1st and 1st to 3rd is not allowed and will be called a Balk.
Rocker B follows a pitch count according to age division.
Only 3 coaches are allowed in the dugout/playing field for 9U-15U. 4 coaches will be allowed for 7U and 8U.
Only one coach is allowed on a bucket/outside of the dugout
Not covered in the Rules: In the event any item is not covered in the rules, the tournament director will make the fairest possible ruling and that ruling will be final!
Rocker B will make every attempt to play all games on site. In the event of additional fields being used, Graford High School fields will be used as our alternate site.
RESPECT THE OFFICIALS & UMPIRES
Coaches or fans that disrespect the officials or umpires will be ejected and will not be allowed to return for the weekend.
Contact the site director if there is an issue.
Rocker B Ranch does not have a protest fee, if you have a question about a rule or player we will assist you.
The site director and umpire's ruling is final.
TIME LIMITS
5U - 8U: 1:15 HR or 6 innings
9U - 12U: 1:30 HR or 6 innings
13U: 1:40 HR or 7 innings
14U: 1:45 HR or 7 innings
Championship games may vary
Rocker B will allow 10 minutes between games in an effort to stay on schedule. Please have your teams ready to play at the conclusion of each scheduled contest. In the event that we are running ahead of schedule, Rocker B will not start a game more than 15 minutes before your scheduled game time.
In an effort to play as much baseball as possible, Rocker B has implemented a few new rules:
After the first inning, no balls are allowed for warm ups on the field. Pitchers will be limited to 5 warm up pitches after the first inning.
With less than 5 minutes on the clock, a pitcher must face 3 batters if brought into the game or 25 pitches.
These time limits may be adjusted on a tournament to tournament basis depending on weather.
FORFEITS
Teams who forfeit during pool play will be ejected from the tournament and will not be placed into the championship bracket.
BATTING ORDER
Teams who forfeit during pool play will be ejected from the tournament and will not be placed into the championship bracket.
You have the following 4 choices for your lineup:
Bat 9 straight
Bat 9 with DH
Bat 10/play with 9 with EH
Bat the entire lineup
When using options 1-3, all eligible subs must be listed on the lineup card. Your official lineup must be presented to the opposing coach and plate umpire prior to the start of each game. When using option 4 and a player is injured or unable to play, the team must take an out for that spot in the lineup. A player that has not batted or played in the field, and is injured, will be skipped and taken out of the lineup. You cannot use both a DH and an EH.
COURTESY RUNNERS
A courtesy runner can be used for the pitcher and the catcher at any time, once they reach first base. The courtesy runner must be a legal substitute currently not in the game, including starters that have been substituted for but are legally eligible for re-entry.
If you are batting your entire roster, the courtesy runner must be the last batter not currently on base.
METAL CLEATS
Metal cleats are prohibited on pitcher’s mounds
EJECTIONS
Any coach, player or fan ejected from a game is required to leave the field immediately.
Coaches will receive an additional game suspension including the current game, players will only be ejected from the current game unless the ejection happens in the last inning of the current game. Fans that are ejected will be out for the duration of the game.
COACH PITCH RULES
Only 4 Coaches are allowed on the field and dugout area during a game.
The pitching coach must straddle or be behind the pitching rubber that will be set at 42’ when releasing the ball. The pitching coach cannot coach any player while he is inside the foul lines and avoid contact with any ball in play. One warning will be given, on the second offense the coach will be removed. The player playing the pitching position must stay behind or beside the offensive coach pitcher until the ball is hit. When a batted ball hits the pitching coach, the following rules will apply. If in the umpires judgment, the coach did not make a legitimate attempt to avoid contact, the batter is declared out and no runners shall advance. If in the umpires judgment, the coach did make a legitimate attempt to avoid contact, the ball becomes dead and no-pitch is declared.
Ten (10) defensive players will play in the field with four (4) outfielders which must stay in the grass outfield until the ball has been hit.
No lead off or stealing. No bunting. No infield fly rule is ever in effect.
Teams may substitute freely on defense.
Teams will bat their roster and the batting order will remain the same throughout the game.
Players may not be intentionally walked. .
Umpires will call “time” after every play and declare the ball dead. “Time” should be called as soon as the lead runner is not attempting to advance. “Time” does not have to be called by the defense for the purpose of this rule.
Pitching rules: Coach pitch - 6 pitches or 3 swinging strikes. Batter will continue batting if his last strike is fouled off. The offensive side is retired when 3 outs or seven runs are scored.
The defensive player listed a pitcher cannot leave the pitching circle until the ball is hit. Penalty: the play continues, after the play has ended, the offensive team has the option of taking the result of the play or no-pitch. If a player violates this rule on his first offense he will be warned, on his second offense he will be removed from the pitching position for the remainder of the game.
A team may use a courtesy runner for the catcher anytime he gets on base. The courtesy runner must be the last batter not currently on base.
Two defensive coaches can be outside of the dugout while the ball is in play. No “outfield coaches”.
Coaches are responsible for their team’s fans/parents. If a parent or fan is ejected from the game, the head coach will also be ejected.
Batting out of order: First offense in a single game - when a team is found to be batting out of order by the defensive team or an official, the correct batter will be placed at the plate assuming that the incorrect batters count. Second offense in a single game - when a team is found to be batting out of order by the defensive team or an official, the incorrect batter will be called out after they have received a single pitch and the correct batter will be placed at the plate.
IN THE EVENT OF A TIE
Bracket play games will introduce the international tie breaker per the umpire staff if time expires and game is tied.
The batter coming to bat will start with runners at 2nd base and 3rd base. There will be 1 out. For example, if the lead-off hitter is up, the 8 hitter will be on 3rd base and the 9 hitter will begin on 2nd base. Each team will have an opportunity to score in the international tie breaker.
Teams will continue batting where they are in the lineup.
Pool play seeding tie breakers:
Head to head
Runs differential
Runs allowed
Runs Scored
Coin Toss
RUN RULES
Inning run rules (7U-10U divisions only)
Standard 7 runs per half inning
7U and 8U division
20 after 3 innings
15 after 4 innings
10 after 5 innings
Bracket play run rules (all other divisions)
**unlimited per half inning**
20 after 2 innings
15 after 3 innings
10 after 4 innings
8 after 5 innings
BAT DROP RULES
14U Must use -3
13U can use -5 or -3
12U and below can use -10 and -8
TIE BREAKERS
Pool play games will end in a tie when time has expired.
Bracket play games will introduce the international tie breaker per the umpire staff if time expires and game is tied.
OTHER
We will do our best to ensure all games are played according to schedule. In case of rain, games will be shortened to 5 innings or 1 hour and 15 minutes. If a game still cannot be completed within that time limit, the game will be cancelled. Scores for partially played games will be based on the last completed inning.
Each coach takes full responsibility to ensure compliance of players (age and amateur status) and to make sure all tournament rules are met.
The manager is responsible for knowing when pitcher must be removed.
Open roster.
Team insurance must be provided 7 days prior to tournament start date.
AGE REQUIREMENT
May 1st will be the designated date to determine ages. Photocopies of birth certificates will be required.
AGE CUTOFF INFORMATION FOR 2024:
7U Division Players who turn 8 prior to May 1 of the current season are not eligible unless they are in the 1st grade.
Also, any player turning 9 prior to May 1 will not be eligible8U Division Players who turn 9 prior to May 1 of the current season are not eligible unless they are in the 2nd grade.
Also, any player turning 10 prior to May 1 will not be eligible.9U Division Players who turn 10 prior to May 1 of the current season are not eligible unless they are in the 3rd grade.
Also, any player turning 11 prior to May 1 will not be eligible.10U Division Players who turn 11 prior to May 1 of the current season are not eligible unless they are in the 4th grade.
Also, any player turning 12 prior to May 1 will not be eligible.11U Division Players who turn 12 prior to May 1 of the current season are not eligible unless they are in the 5th grade.
Also, any player turning 13 prior to May 1 will not be eligible.12U Division Players who turn 13 prior to May 1 of the current season are not eligible unless they are in the 6th grade.
Also, any player turning 14 prior to May 1 will not be eligible.13U Division Players who turn 14 prior to May 1 of the current season are not eligible unless they are in the 7th grade.
Also, any player turning 15 prior to May 1 will not be eligible.
PITCHING RULES
8U: Coach Pitch
9U, 10U, 11U, 12U: 25 pitches or less they are allowed to pitch again anytime.
26-45 pitches they need 24 hours rest
46+ pitches they need 2 days rest
Max 80 pitches in 1 day
13U, 14U, 15U: 35 pitches or less they are allowed to pitch the next day
36-55 pitches they need 24 hours rest
56+ pitches they need 2 days rest
Max 100 pitches in 1 day
Coaches and scorekeepers are in charge of knowing the number of pitches that their players have made. Any discrepancy will be decided by the umpires and tournament director.
LODGING RESERVATIONS
We understand that life happens and that unforeseen circumstances can occur over the course of a season. Guests should also plan for the unexpected and understand that the process of planning a tournament starts months before the event takes place. For baseball tournaments and select events only, our lodging accommodations are available to rent individually on a TWO-NIGHT or THREE-NIGHT MINIMUM basis. Due to the limited amount of lodging available and the high demand for these on-site accommodations, we uphold a strict cancellation policy. Please read carefully as our cancellation policy has recently changed.
Upon booking your lodging, 50% is immediately non-refundable. Please ensure that your child’s team has been registered for a tournament before booking a room.
A 50% refund less a $50 administration fee shall be given if a guest cancels on or before the 21st day prior to the tournament start date.
NO REFUND shall be given if a guest cancels within 20 days of the tournament start date (for any reason such as covid, player injury, etc.)
To cancel your reservation, please contact us at hello@rockerb.com. Please understand that we cannot be responsible for inclement weather or other causes for delays and cancellations, including delays and cancellations relating to baseball tournaments. Rain or shine, we will honor your reservation!
FAQ:
CAN I BRING A GRILL, GRIDDLE OR OTHER COOKING DEVICE ON-SITE?
Due to fire & safety concerns as well as insurance regulations, no one is allowed to bring grills or other types of cooking devices on-site. This includes our parking lots as well.
CAN I BRING OUTSIDE FOOD ON-SITE
We offer a concession stand with a variety of options so we encourage everyone to try out the food. However, do we allow guests to bring in outside food for personal consumption. WE DO NOT ALLOW GUESTS TO SETUP TENTS OR GATHERING AREAS TO FEED AN ENTIRE TEAM OR GROUP.
CAN I BRING OUTSIDE BEVERAGES ON-SITE?
We do allow guests to bring NON-ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ON-SITE (No glass containers). We do not provide water jugs in the dugouts, so we encourage players to bring an individual water jug. We have a liquor license regulated by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission - so NO ALCOHOL WHATSOEVER can be brought onto the property by guests. We have a bar where we sell a wide variety of alcoholic beverages. We have cooler check-points as you enter the property. Alcoholic beverages will need to be placed in your vehicle. This alcoholic beverage policy is enforced by a licensed officer who will be present on-site throughout the weekend.
What time can I check in? What time do I need to check out by?
Check-in is between 4:00PM and 9:00PM. Check-out is thirty minutes following the completion of the championship game, so feel free to enjoy your room all day long!
CAN I BRING MY WELL-BEHAVED DOG?
As much as we would love to have your pet as a guest, we do not allow pets at the ranch for safety purposes. We do, of course, welcome service animals as long as they have proper documentation.
LODGING RELATED QUESTIONS
IS THERE A REQUIRED MINIMUM STAY?
Yes! Because we reserve our lodging accommodations specifically for the baseball tournament weekend, we require a minimum stay of two (2) nights for our 3 day tournaments and three (3) nights for our 4 day tournaments.
What time can I check in? What time do I need to check out by?
Check-in is between 4:00PM and 9:00PM. Check-out is thirty minutes following the completion of the championship game, so feel free to enjoy your room all day long!
WHAT ARE YOUR ROOMS EQUIPPED WITH?
Each room is equipped with bedding, towels, mini fridge, blow-dryer and customized hand soap, lotion, shampoo, conditioner and body soap. The Double Queen Rooms, King Rooms and Cabins also have TV’s equipped with DirecTV.
AS AN ON-SITE GUEST, CAN I BRING ALCOHOL ON-SITE?
We have a liquor license regulated by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission - so NO ALCOHOL WHATSOEVER can be brought onto the property by any guest. This includes our on-site lodging guests.
AS AN ON-SITE GUEST, CAN I BRING MY DOG OR OTHER PET?
Even for our lodging guests, we do not allow pets on-site. We only allow service animals with proper documentation.