Rules and Expectations

• No dogs inside the complex. Leashed dogs are welcome in the outfield grass areas or the adjacent park, but not inside the main complex.
• Substance-free zone. No alcohol, tobacco, vaping, or illegal substances anywhere within the complex boundaries.
• No wheels inside the complex. Bicycles, scooters, skateboards, and rollerblades are not allowed inside the complex, for everyone's safety.
• Seed-free complex. Santa Susana Baseball is a seed-free facility. Sunflower seeds are not allowed anywhere on the premises.
• Fire safety first. Open flames and fires are only allowed in the designated BBQ or picnic areas.
• No graffiti. Vandalism is a crime. Help us keep the facility clean and welcoming.
• Respect the ejection rule. Anyone who becomes disruptive or disrespectful, or refuses to follow the rules, may be asked to leave by a league official or park ranger. Ejection is immediate and non-negotiable.

• Dugout rules. Only water or sports drinks are allowed inside dugouts. No food, sunflower seeds, or sugary drinks.
• Field assignments. Field usage is scheduled and assigned per team. Please do not use a field without approval.
• Do not hop fences. Enter the field through the gates only. Climbing fences is unsafe and strictly prohibited.
• Keep dugouts clean. Every team cleans up after itself. Trash must be removed from the dugout after each use.
• Follow the team clean-up protocol. Teams follow the field clean-up procedures given to coaching staff after every practice and game.

The batting cages are reserved exclusively for Santa Susana Baseball teams. To request access, team managers should contact president@santasu.com.

Safety first

• Helmets must be worn when batting, especially when using pitching machines.
• No swinging bats outside of the cages.
• Wait your turn away from the entrance.
• Be alert and aware of others at all times.

Equipment use

• No cleats. Tennis shoes only, and no sandals or Crocs.
• Use only safe, undamaged equipment.
• Pitching machines may only be operated by coaches.

Proper behaviour

• Keep swings contained inside the cage.
• Do not hit or throw balls outside the cage area.
• Respect the equipment and the surroundings.

Pitching machine operation

• Use speeds and settings appropriate for the player's level.
• Wait for the machine to fully reset before beginning.
• If there is a malfunction, contact a board member immediately.

Limit distractions

• Keep noise and conversation to a minimum.
• The cages are for hitting and pitching only. No horseplay or unrelated activity.

Facility use and cleanup

• Teams are limited to 60 minutes per session, including clean-up time.
• Clean up all balls and trash.
• Do not overcrowd the cage. Wait your turn.
• If you are the last group of the day, return the equipment and lock up properly.

Coaches' responsibilities

• Always supervise players closely.
• Never stand in the batter's line of fire.
• Do not share gate codes with parents or outside teams.
• The batting cages are not open to the public or to outside lessons.
• After use, spin the lock to 0000. Never leave the code visible.

Respect the turf

• Keep turf areas clean. Do not toss equipment or balls that could damage it.
• Report any turf damage to a board member immediately.

The three-strike rule

Violations of the batting cage rules are tracked as team warnings. After three infractions, cage access is revoked for the remainder of the season.