[Bagman62]

Roger,

You are correct the awarding of bases in USSSA is different.

Two bases from the last base occupied is the same as two bases from the runners position at the time the throw is released. ASA allows a runner to return to tag up.

USSSA uses the language FIRST Throw, First Attempt, Second Attempt and specifies a situation where the award will start at Batter and Base Runners position at the time of the pitch, it also says "unless required to retouch" but does not use any specific language regarding starting point when retouched. It also uses different language for throws from the infioeld and throws from the outfield.

It has bee years since I called U Trip but I found when teams participated in tournaments sponsored by different governing bodies if you did not know the rule differences you better make the call, explain the call/rule when questioned and sell like hell. This is where good selling and a good reputation will get you through a long hot afternoon.