What type of conference is illegal for a team during extra innings?

In NCAA softball, a charged conference is deemed illegal during extra innings. This is because a charged conference entails a delay in the game, as it requires a coach or representative to meet with players on the field to discuss strategy. The rules are designed to maintain the pace of play, especially in extra innings when games can become lengthy. If a team exceeds the allowed number of charged conferences, it can lead to penalties that could disadvantage the team.

The game rules specify that only a limited amount of conferences are permitted during a game, and once a team has exhausted these, they cannot legally have another charged conference. This promotes a swift conclusion to the game during critical extra-inning situations.

In contrast, player-to-player conferences can occur while the ball is live, as can silent conferences, which do not involve the coach and are informal in nature. Additionally, on-field team reviews are typically conducted without impacting the game's pace and can be necessary for clarification of calls without penalizing the team.