Batter-Runner Leaving Base Path: ASA Slow Pitch Rules Explained

QuestionAfter the batter has successfully hit a ball into fair play does not attempt to run to first base but rather heads towards the dug out.  The b

Baseball Rule Question: Tagging a Runner - Out or Safe?

QuestionWe had a play between home and 1st last night that I am not so sure was right.   The first baseman fielded the ball and as the batter/runner

Baseball Rule: Foul Ball Interruption & Runner Safety - Expert Analysis

QuestionIn a recent game, a ground ball was hit to shortstop. Just as the shortstop was about to receive the ball, a foul ball from an adjacent field lande

ASA Baseball Game Interruption: Ruling on Postponement & Completion

QuestionHi Richard, We play in a mens ASA league. Our game was stopped before the bottom of the 5th, due to lightning. The score was 6-5 visitors ahead and

Baseball Scoring Rule: Run Scores Before Out - Explained

Questionslow pitch asa  9-12    runner on 1st and 2nd and third   fly ball to short left caughtfor 2nd out-runner on2nd tagge

Softball Rules: Runner's Options After a Grounder to Second Base

QuestionHi Mark, Question..runner at 2nd..batter hits a grounder to 2nd base, runner on 2nd stays, overthrown to 1st base..runner on 2nd then goes toward

Fastpitch Softball: Ground Ball Pitch & Fair Ball Ruling Explained

QuestionIf a pitched ball hits the ground on its way to the plate and is hit by the batter into fair territory was is the ruling? AnswerThanks for the que

MLB Rulebook: Bat Contact, Hit Batter & Strike Calls Explained

QuestionThank you for the answer.  In the situation described, the hands were still on the bat during the swing attempt.  Does that have any bear

Enforcing Pitching Rules in ASA Baseball: Umpire Concerns & Solutions

QuestionDr. Ambrose,  I am an umpire for the ASA in North East Ohio. I would like to know why we cant enforce the pitching rules as written in the ASA

Foul Ball Ruling: Runner in Foul Territory – Batter Out or Safe?

QuestionA batted ball strikes the 3rd base runner while in foul territory and not in contact with base,the batter runner never goes to first;she checks on

Base Running Obstruction: Understanding Rules & Coach's Concerns

Question ------------------------- Mark, The runners foot as off the bas 5-10 second. She didnt reestablish her position on the base because she was waitin

Managing Pitching Time: Addressing Delays in Youth Baseball

QuestionAt last nights game (girls major little league), my pitcher was taking a few seconds between some pitches to move dirt back into (and remove large

Understanding Tagging Plays in Baseball: Umpire Clarification Needed

QuestionWe had a situation that almost occurred in a recent game that I would like a clarification on when you get a chance (please). We play in a mensD l

Softball Rule: Warning for Throwing Bat - What Happens Next?

QuestionDuring my slow pitch softball game a batter on the opposing team was warned for throwing her bat. If a player is issued a warning and she continues

Umpire Ruling: Walk Called After Attempted Double Play - NSA/IHSAA Rules

Question12-U fastpitch tournament.  NSA rules.  However, umpire says following call is listed in IHSAA (Indiana High School) rulebook.  Plea

Baseball: Runner Interference - Can a Runner Be Called Out?

QuestionIf a runner make noises at a fielder,as he run by him or her while the fielder are trying to field a ground ball. will he or she be called out. An

Baseball Rule: Runner Hit by Ball - Umpire's Call?

QuestionMark, Last night in our in house 12u league (following asa rules) a runner breaking toward third was hit by a batted ball. The umpire immediately

Understanding Balks in ASA Slow Pitch Softball: A Player's Guide

QuestionI play in a 55 and over ASA slow-pitch league and two players from the oppossing team who are also umpires claims that I was committing a balk. &nb

Softball Tie Game: Resumption Rules & Player Eligibility

QuestionA 7 inning 14U softball game ended up in a tie and could not be completed because of darkness.  The game will be resumed on Saturday.  Ca

Softball Rules: Base Coach Leaving Box for Batter-Runner - ASA 14U

QuestionThis question pertains to ASA 14-U girls fastpitch softball.  Is it legal for a base coach to leave the coaches box to give the batter-runner