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Softball Broadcast FAQs

BROADCAST: Live or tape-delayed video footage of a contest in its entirety that can be transmitted through television, Internet Web stream, Webcast, video podcast, smart phone apps, tablet computer apps, closed-circuit channels, weather cameras or any other medium.

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Are there telecast restrictions for softball during the regular season?
No. The only sport with broadast restrictions during the regular season is football. A softball contest during the regular season may be broadcast live at any time with permission from both schools involved. All broadcasts must be in accordance with UIL guidlines. 
Do I need permission to do a live or tape- delayed broadcast of a softball contest during the regular season?
Yes. To do a live or tape-delayed broadcast of a softball contest that occurs during the regular season, you must get prior approval from all schools involved. If the event is occurring at a neutral site where neither team plays its regular home games, you must also get approval from the venue.
Do I need permission to do a live or tape-delayed broadcast of a softball contest during the playoffs?
Yes. To do a live or tape-delayed broadcast of a softball contest that occurs during the playoffs, you must submit the proper request form and receive written approval from UIL. You must also get prior approval from all schools involved. If the event is occurring at a neutral site where neither team plays its regular home games, you must also get approval from the venue. Please see this link for playoff broadcast guidelines. 
Do I need permission to do a live broadcast of a contest at the UIL State Softball Tournament?
Yes. Due to the agreement with the UIL’s broadcast partner, prior approval for a live broadcast at the UIL State Softball Tournament must go through the UIL office to determine if a live broadcast can be done.
Do I need permission to do a tape-delayed telecast of a contest at the UIL State Softball Tournament?
Yes. Due to the broadcast agreement with the UIL’s broadcast partner, prior approval for a tape-delayed broadcast at the UIL State Softball Tournament must go through the UIL office to determine if a tape-delayed broadcast can be done.
Where can I find specific rules from the UIL Constitution and Contest Rules that pertain to telecasts?
To see the exact rules from the UIL C&CR, please reference Section 868: BROADCAST OF UIL EVENTS.