As Baseball Queensland gears up for the highly anticipated Women’s, Youth Women’s and Girls’ State Titles in December, the Baseball Queensland Tournament Advisory Panel has announced the release of updated Tournament Tech Norms. The comprehensive review and subsequent updates ensure player safety and clarity for all participating teams and officials.
One of the key updates in the Tech Norms is the clarification of mandatory rest periods for pitchers. Clarifying that these rest requirements apply across all forms of play and between events, providing additional safeguards for player welfare. Specifically, pitchers accruing mandatory rest periods during one tournament will need to adhere to these rest requirements even if they are participating in another event within the specified rest duration. For example, a pitcher who accumulates a four-day mandatory rest period in the Women’s Tournament must continue observing this rest period if they are set to participate in the Youth Tournament in the days that follow.
Additionally, the latest version of the Tech Norms includes forward-looking rules around eligibility that will come into effect in 2025. These provisions have been detailed in the current edition to ensure all teams and stakeholders are aware well in advance of their implementation.
Baseball Queensland remains committed to player welfare, fair competition, and the ongoing evolution of the sport in Queensland. As we head into the Women’s, Youth Women’s and Girls’ State Titles, all participants are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the updated Tech Norms to ensure a smooth and safe tournament experience.