Section 6: Scoring
Scoring a Run
- A run is scored each time a runner successfully touches first base, second base, third base, and home plate in order without being called out
- The runner must physically touch or step on each base
- A runner who misses a base may be called out on appeal by the fielding team
Home Run
- If the kicked ball travels beyond the outfield boundary in fair territory (over a fence, past cones, or past the agreed boundary), it is a home run
- The kicker and all runners on base score automatically
- A grand slam occurs when a home run is kicked with the bases loaded, scoring 4 runs
Winning the Game
- The team with the most runs at the end of the final inning wins
- If the home team is leading after the top of the final inning, the bottom half is not played
- Tied games may be resolved with extra innings or declared a draw, depending on the agreed rules
Scorekeeping
- Runs are tallied per inning for each team
- In casual play, a simple running total is sufficient
- In organized leagues, full scorecards tracking at-kicks, runs, and outs may be used