Base Running Rule: Leaving the Field of Play - Umpire Decision

QuestionRunners on 1st and 2nd, ball hit to 2baseman and she steps on 2nd base and throws to third.  Third baseman missing tag but umpire calls out. R

Foul Tip Rule in ASA & USSSA Baseball: Explained

QuestionHI do you know the foul tip rule in asa as well as usssa as far as getting an out ? thx greg AnswerHi greg, ASA only for me....a foul tip is a

Pitcher Hitting Batters in Youth Baseball: ASA Rules & Coach's Rights

QuestionHello I am new 12u coach in a very small town and we play Tri-county League teams. At tonights game the opposing teams pitcher hit 2 of my girls in

Infield Fly Rule & Force Out: A Umpiring Conundrum

QuestionBases loaded, 1 out; runners all take lead after pitch, B-R hits lazy pop to 2B. Ump rightly calls IF-Batters out. 2b makes catch, tosses to SS at

High School & Rec Ball: Can a Player Participate in Both?

Questioncan my daughter play highschool softball plus play in rec league tournament same time AnswerDarren, You need to have your high school athletic di

Softball Batting Count: History and Current Rules Explained

QuestionHas it always been a rule in slow pitch softball that when you come to bat , there is one strike and ball on the batter ? AnswerHi Cheryl, No, no

Double Base Rule: Batter-Runner Advancement & Rule Application

QuestionASA Double Base Rule...this play occurred in an 8u game.  Batter-Runner advances toward first base and steps on the white base just before the

Batter-Runner Interference: Umpire Ruling Analysis

QuestionDoctor First thank you for your time and effort in answering tons of questions. My question has to do with two separate but similar calls made by

Baseball Rule: Runner on 1st Not Leaving Base - Correct Tagging Procedure

QuestionMark - Runner on 1st (2nd base unoccupied) less than 2 out.  A low pop-up was hit in the vicinity of 1st base.  1st baseman could not mak

Baserunner's Early Departure: Who Gets the Out in Softball?

QuestionWho gets credited with the putout when a baserunner on second gets called out for leaving the base early?  Ive seen answers that indicate it c

Softball DP & Bench Player Rules: Re-entry & Defensive Requirements

QuestionQUESTION: Coach starts the game with a dp and Flex. 10 people on the roster. third inning coach wants a bench player to come into the game and run

Designated Player & Pitcher Swap in ASA Modified Softball - Legal?

QuestionHi, my name is Joe and I coach/manage a team in a Mens modified/fastpitch softball league.(any pitching style is allowed except for full revolution

Softball Offensive Interference: Understanding the Rules and Common Scenarios

QuestionRunners on 2nd and 3rd, one out, left handed slapper at the plate. Batter slaps to 3rd baseman who is up in front of baseline. Ball takes funny hop

Understanding Softball Circle Violation Rules: Catcher's Responsibilities

QuestionHi, my question is regarding the 3 second circle violation rule or look back rule. Today during a an ASA 10U fast pitch softball game a runner on s

Mound Visits Rule: How Many Times Can a Coach Visit a Pitcher?

Questionhow many times can a coach go to the mound in a  inning before they are pulled by the rule book AnswerFor high school, the limit on defensive

Base Running Rule: Runner Backing Up on Fly Ball - Is It Dead Ball?

QuestionIn ASA if the runner on first base sees the long fly ball is about to be caught - he backs up towards the dugout about 2 steps in order to see the

Softball Collision Rules: Protecting Players & Avoiding Injuries

QuestionA player is stealing 2nd base in fastpitch high school softball. The throw is arriving several feet to the 1st base side of second. The girl steali

ASA Fastpitch Rules: Resuming Tied Games After Interruption

QuestionHello, If a  complete 7-inning game was played and the score was  tied and it was to dark to continue to the 8th inning, should the game

Batter Interference Rule: Correct Call & On-Deck Batter Status (NFHS)

QuestionR1 on 2nd base when batter hits ground ball to left field.  Left fielder fields the ball and throws home.  Runner 1 rounds 3rd and heads

ASA Baseball: Addressing Intentional Play Avoidance - Is There a Rule?

QuestionAs an umpire in an ASA mens and coed league, I have run across this problem a few times.  Is there any ASA rule which applies to a team intent