Play hard. Play fair.

Code of Conduct & Rules

The Windward Baseball League is built on respect, safety, and fun. Everyone who steps onto the field — players, coaches, parents, and spectators — agrees to uphold this code.

Our Promise

The WBL Code of Conduct

Youth baseball is about more than the scoreboard. At WBL, the goal is to give the keiki of Oʻahu a positive place to learn the game, build friendships, and grow in confidence. That only works when all of us — on and off the field — model good sportsmanship. By participating in WBL, you agree to the standards below.

⚾ For Players

Play hard, play fair, and have fun.
Respect your coaches, umpires, teammates, and opponents.
Win with humility and lose with grace.
Listen to your coaches and always give your best effort.
No bullying, taunting, or unsportsmanlike behavior — ever.

👪 For Parents & Fans

Cheer positively for all the keiki on the field.
Let the coaches coach and the umpires officiate.
Be a role model of good sportsmanship in the stands.
No abusive language or harassment of players, coaches, or officials.
Keep it fun and pressure-free — they’re kids first.

📋 For Coaches

Put safety, fun, and development ahead of winning.
Teach the fundamentals and good sportsmanship.
Treat every player, family, and official with respect.
Lead by example — your team follows your tone.
Give every player a chance to learn and contribute.

On the Field

8U Playing Rules

Division

8U — players ages eight and under

Teams

Intact teams only — no player draft

Coaches

Volunteer coaches

Venue

Kāneʻohe Community Park, Oʻahu

Season

Begins in June · ends late July

Game Format

Innings / game length — to confirm

Pitching

Tee, coach-pitch, or kid-pitch — to confirm

Time / Mercy Rule

Run rule & time limit — to confirm

Bats

Standard youth bat rules (USABat) — to confirm

Cleats

Molded/rubber only — no metal cleats at 8U to confirm

Minimum Play

Equitable playing time — to confirm

Substitutions

Batting order & re-entry — to confirm

⚠️ Zero-Tolerance Policy

WBL has zero tolerance for violence, threats, harassment, discrimination, or the abuse of any player, coach, volunteer, official, or family member. Anyone who violates this policy may be removed from the game, the park, or the league. Keeping our keiki safe always comes first.

Acknowledgment. By registering and participating in the Windward Baseball League, players and their families agree to abide by this Code of Conduct and all league rules. A formal acknowledgment form may be part of registration. to confirm