Section 3: Playing Area
Field Layout
The kickball field is a diamond shape, identical in layout to a baseball or softball diamond. The field consists of an infield (the diamond area between the bases) and an outfield (the grassy area beyond the infield).
Base Distances
- Standard (adult): 60 feet (18.3 m) between bases
- Youth/casual: 40 to 50 feet (12.2 to 15.2 m) between bases, adjusted to the age and ability of players
- Pitching distance: Approximately 42 feet (12.8 m) from the pitching strip to home plate for adults; shorter for youth play
Foul Lines and Boundaries
- Foul lines: Two straight lines extending from home plate through first base and third base into the outfield define fair territory
- Fair territory: The area between and including the two foul lines, extending to the outfield boundary
- Foul territory: The area outside the foul lines
- Outfield boundary: Should be agreed upon before play; may use fences, cones, tree lines, or other landmarks
Kicking Box
- An area behind home plate where the kicker must stand when kicking the ball
- Extends approximately 3 feet (0.9 m) to either side and behind home plate
- The kicker must have at least one foot within or behind the kicking box at the moment of the kick
Pitching Area
- A strip or marker on the ground from which the pitcher rolls the ball
- The pitcher must release the ball at or behind the pitching strip