Scorekeeper Clinic 2026
West Sacramento Little League
Scorekeeper
Home Team
Record every pitch, play & run in GameChanger
Pitch Counter
Away Team
Track every pitch thrown, enforce limits
Stats drive All-Star selection · Pitch counts protect arms
Why Accuracy Matters
All-Star Selection
GameChanger stats are used directly for All-Star selection. Every at-bat, hit, and out counts. Inconsistent scoring affects real outcomes for real kids.
Player Safety
Pitch count rules exist to protect developing arms from overuse injuries. You are the last line of defense. When in doubt, pull the pitcher.
Accuracy and consistency are non-negotiable.
Before the Game Checklist
GameChanger Scorekeeping
Join Team Staff
You'll be added to Team Staff in GameChanger by your team manager. Make sure you have the app installed and can log in.
Sign In Sheet
Write your Division and Team name on the sign-in sheet so we know who attended.
Device Options
Use your phone or borrow the snack shack tablet. Make sure your device is charged — games can run long!
Pitch Counting — How To
Away team is responsible for the Pitch Count Binder
Count every live pitch with X
Circle last pitch, verify your running total
Verify count with BOTH managers, return binder
The official pitch count recorder must provide count to either manager or umpire upon request
Pitch Count Limits & Rest
Daily Limits
Rest Calculator
Daily limit: 85 pitches
Key Rules
No pitcher may pitch on 3 consecutive calendar days — no exceptions
Caught 4+ innings today → cannot pitch today (1 pitch in the 4th inning counts as 4 innings caught)
Pitched 41+ pitches today → cannot catch today
Caught ≤3 innings, then pitched 21+ pitches → cannot return to catching today
Rest threshold is determined by the first pitch thrown to a new batter. Pitcher may finish facing a batter after reaching the limit.
Open Full CalculatorGame Time Rules
2-Hour Hard Stop
No new inning may START after 1 hour 45 minutes. Game ends at the 2-hour mark regardless.
6 Innings
Standard game length, subject to time limits above.
Time Limit Scoring Rule
If home team is AHEAD at 2hr mark → home team wins. If home team is BEHIND at 2hr mark → score reverts to last completed full inning.
Suspended Games
Pitches thrown in suspended/tie games still count against pitch count eligibility.
⚡ Dropped 3rd Strike (Rule 6.05)
Batter may attempt to reach first base on an uncaught third strike. Catcher must throw out the runner.
📋 Non-Continuous Batting Order
Unlike AAA, batters do NOT bat in continuous order. Substitutions affect lineup position.
🎯 Live Practice — Score Along!
Getting Started
- 1Open GameChanger on your phone
- 2Select your team from the list
- 3Tap the ⚙️ gear/settings icon
- 4Choose "Practice Scoring Now"
- 5Try to score the plays in real time!
Practice at home:
Search YouTube: "Little League game full" to practice scoring
GameChanger Practice Mode does not affect your real team stats
📸 Quick Reference — Screenshot This!
| Age | Daily Max |
|---|---|
| 7-8 | 50 |
| 9-10 | 75 |
| 11-12 | 85 |
| 13-16 | 95 |
| Pitches | Rest |
|---|---|
| 1-20 | 0 days |
| 21-35 | 1 day |
| 36-50 | 2 days |
| 51-65 | 3 days |
| 66+ | 4 days |
Questions? Contact:
Alex Graham
Head Scorekeeper
West Sacramento Little League 2026
Resources & Contacts
Need Help During a Game?
Alex Graham
Head Scorekeeper
We'll be present during Opening Week to assist
Thank you for volunteering!
You make the season possible. ⚾