If a game ends in a tie, what is the standard procedure according to the rules?

In NFHS baseball, if a game ends in a tie, the standard procedure is to play extra innings to determine a winner. This aligns with the competitive nature of the sport, where the goal is to establish a victor rather than allowing the game to conclude without a resolution.

Extra innings ensure that both teams have the opportunity to score and compete further, maintaining the integrity of the competition. This rule encourages teams to play until a clear winner emerges, rather than defaulting to a tie, which is often seen as less satisfactory in a competitive environment.

Teams typically continue playing additional innings until one team has a higher score at the end of an inning, thereby ensuring that the gameplay reflects the outcome based on performance. This approach fosters an exciting and dynamic conclusion to the game.