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Cam,
I can see where this would generate a really interesting discussion. Was there a consensus at the end of the discussion?
As I see this, if this is before the 3-foot lane, then this must be a no-call. Since we're before the 3-foot lane, there is no requirement for the batter-runner to be anywhere - except on her way to the base.
If this happens past the 3-foot lane, I'm still going to have a no-call in this case. Looking in this year's NCAA book, your play does not meet the requirements of calling this interference. Rule 9, Section 9, Article d on page 88, in speaking of this runner's lane sez she must be "running". Your play has her walking.
I know that this is playing word games, but doing so provides a definitive answer. "Obviously" there is no intent to go beyond 1B prior to the bad throw, so without the bad throw, there is no play to be made at 1B.
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Steve M
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