Fall 2025 Registration runs between July 18 - August 22, 2025
Watch an Introduction Message from Cornerstone’s Lead Pastor, Phil Stanley
Welcome to THE PLAYER's LEAGUE @ CORNERSTONE PARK
Join Augusta’s most community-driven adult slowpitch softball league! Whether you’re signing up with a team or as a free agent, TPL offers a fun, competitive environment for players of all skill levels. Games are played Thursday nights (Coed) and Friday nights (Open League) at Cornerstone Park. Register now to secure your place for the Fall 2025 season!
Team Registration is $650.00
Team fees must be submitted as a single payment to Cornerstone Assembly. Coaches are responsible for collecting individual player fees from their team players.
You may pay by cash, check, money order, or cashier’s check at the August 21st Coaches Meeting, or via a donation link that will be sent to the coach by email.
Waiver of Liability
By registering to play in The Players League (TPL), all participants acknowledge and accept that adult recreational softball involves inherent risks, including the possibility of injury or property damage. TPL, its organizers, volunteers, sponsors, and field owners are not responsible for any injuries, accidents, or losses that occur before, during, or after league activities. Participants understand they are not covered by league-provided insurance and assume full responsibility for their own safety and medical coverage. By submitting registration, players agree to abide by league rules and accept full liability for their participation.
Modified Rules
Game Format
7-inning games, 55-minute time limit
No new inning after 50 minutes
10-minute grace period for first game
Pitching & Strike Zone
Pitch arc: 6–12 feet
Strike zone: mat only (home plate not included)
No hesitation or fake deliveries
Illegal pitch = ball
Batting
Start count: 1 ball, 1 strike
No courtesy foul — foul on 2 strikes = out
Full swings only (no bunting, chopping, or fake swings)
Home run limit: 3 with Equalizer Rule
Player & Roster Rules
Teams may pick up players if opposing coach agrees
Picked-up players must be registered with another team at TPL
Players may only sub for other teams a maximum of 2 times per season
(to prevent competitive imbalance unless opposing coach agrees)Subbed players must be registered with another team
Mercy Rule
15+ run lead after 4 innings = game over
10+ run lead after 5 innings = game over
Equipment
44/400 softballs
ASA/USA, USSSA 240 Bats.
No metal cleats
Altered/shaved bats = automatic ejection
Pitcher’s Net Policy
Optional for pitcher
1st ball hit into net = dead ball and strike
2nd ball hit into net = strike and out
Base Running
2 pinch runners per inning:
1 for anyone
1 must be for pitcher
Must be used before next at-bat begins (unless injury occurs)
No stepping off base early
No fake tags — automatic obstruction call
Use orange bag at 1B on close plays
Intentional collisions = out or ejection
Conduct & Sportsmanship
Respectful behavior is required
No profanity, taunting, or abuse of umpires
No alcohol, drugs on site
Umpire decisions are final