The 10-Man Modified (with enforced 10-Man Pitching rules) game gives most teams a chance at competing. All four elements of the game (Pitching, Defense, Power, Speed) come into play. One element cannot dominate.
Very few pitchers can dominate a game in 10-Man as opposed to the 9-Man Modified Pitching game.
It also gives players with little previous experience in baseball a chance to hit the ball.
If both teams have good pitchers, there will be few walks and a lot of action. There will be very few strikeouts (if any), which means you better have a good defense. Hitting for power can help but since there is bunting, stealing and 60 foot bases, speed is a critical factor as well.
To be successful your team requires:
1. Pitching
2. Defense
3. Speed
4. Power
Very few teams have all four elements. If your team is proficient in 2 of the 4 elements (including pitching) you will be competitive with most other 10-Man Modified Pitching teams. Being proficient in 3 of the 4 elements (including pitching) and you will do extremely well.
