Umpire Issues Forfeit Warning: Base Running Controversy in Women's League

QuestionI play in a womens league and at tonight game we were ahead 21-3. I was on second base with no one on 3rd. Ball hit I advanced to 3rd. With no one

Corporate League Safety: Ball & Rule Modifications for Mixed Skill Levels

QuestionI am trying to find a safe ball and any other rule modifications to use for a corporate co-ed league.  The players range from B-league players

Can a Baseball Game Be Called Early? Inning Requirements Explained

Questionif 6 innings have been played and the weather is bad can the game be called? AnswerHello Traci, Yes, it can.  Different age groups and sanct

Remembering Larry: A Tribute to a Fastpitch Community Member

QuestionMay Larry RIP .. thanks for all the memories and the love of the game of fastpitch AnswerI assume this is true because it has been posted for almo

Fastpitch Softball Rules for Young Athletes (Ages 10 & Under)

QuestionIm a brand new coach. Im not sure on the rules for this age group. We have not had a fastpitch league before . This my daughter first year also I w

Correcting a Toe Flip in Softball Pitching: A Parent's Guide

QuestionMike, My 12 year old daughter is having trouble with her push foot, her toe flips out to the side and gives the visual effect of a leap.  Her

MLB Play: Catcher's Throw to Second Base - Ball or No Ball?

QuestionRunners on 1st and 3rd, no outs. Coach on defense calls out certain play to defense steal of second.  Pitch comes in to catcher who then throw

Where to Find Resources on the Slingshot Softball Pitch

Questionwhere can I find a book/or cd on teaching the slingshot method....I have a handful on windmill but would love to learn more on slingshot thank yo

ASA Pitching Rules: Stepback, Rubber & Regulations Explained

QuestionCan you tell me what the ASA rules are for pitching? Can the pitcher take a step back, both feet must start on the rubber? Anything you can tell me

Bunting Play Analysis: Umpire's Ruling and Bat Contact

QuestionThe opposing batter pivoted to a bunt position with the bat extended out over the plate during the pitchers delivery.  The ball sailed over th

Base Running Rules: Can a Batter-Runner Turn In at First?

QuestionQUESTION: Can a runner run through first and turn in?  If she makes no attempt toward second, and simply turns in, can she be tagged out. &nbs

Baserunning Error: Hit or Out? Understanding Baseball Rules

QuestionRecently, I saw a girl hit a line drive to right center field.  The ball hit the ground without a defensive player touching it.  There wa

Addressing Left-Handed Discrimination in Softball: Advice for a Young Player

QuestionI have a 15yr old lefty who is fighting what we call  left handed discrimination she is an excellent 3rd baseman, the best in the league last

Fastpitch Softball: Batting Order Violations & Correct Ruling

QuestionFirst inning.  B2 bats first, gets on first.  B1 bats second gets on first, B2 to second base.  B3 in box, no pitch made, defense in

Designated Player & Flex Player Rules: Softball Regulations

QuestionWhat are the rules governing these players?   AnswerHello Carlo, I found the following information at www.vpaonline.org/springguide/softball.

Infield Fly Rule Explained: Understanding the Rule & Its Implications

QuestionWhat is a infield fly ball rule? I think the ball is dead, but tonight I saw that is was not. If there are players on base and one out and there is

Softball Pitching Rules: Legal Steps for 14U Pitchers

QuestionCAN A PITCHER STEP BACK OFF THE RUBBER BEFORE BEGINNING HER MOTION TO HOME PLATE????????? AnswerHello Charlie, Once the hands are brought togethe

Softball Rover Rules: Positioning & Distance (ASA & USSSA)

QuestionI coach an 8 under softball team and we play by asa rules.Wher is the rover allowed to play?Do they have to be a certain distance from the base lin

Obstruction in Baseball: Can a Shortstop Fake a Throw at Second Base?

Questionrunner on first is stealing and batter hits single to outfield, runner stealing does not locate ball. Can shortstop cover second base and fake as i

Softball Rules: First Baseman Positioning on the Baseline

QuestionMy daughter has been playing softball for years and started playing this spring in 10 and under fast pitch.  We had two games this weekend, bo