Mike & Scott, I agree with your ruling. The rule preventing the DP from having a CR means the DP does not inherit this right from the Flex when the Flex is F1 or F2. However, it does not mean the DP cannot earn that right on her own by actually playing the F1 or F2 position.
Even though the rule book doesn't explicitly say this, it is consistent with what I read the intent of the rule to be, and is how I would rule.
Steve, I agree ASA rule 8-10E is written in absolute terms, but so is 8-10A & B, so I'd resolve the apparent conflict by ruling based on what the intent seems to be (barring an official ruling to the contrary from ASA or NFHS).
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Originally posted by IRISHMAFIA
Speaking ASA.
I'm sorry, but the DP bats for no one.
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Ahem...
ASA (2003 - don't have 2004 yet) Rule 4-3F
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The person being batted for (DEFO) ...
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Rule 8-10E
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The courtesy runner is not permitted to run as a courtesy runner for the Designated Player (DP), if the DP is batting for the pitcher or the catcher.
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Technically, you're correct, but the Rule Book does use that language.