Speaking ASA.
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Originally posted by BigUmpJohn
First, once the runner touches home, are they allowed to head back to a previous base?
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Yes, so long as they have not entered the dugout or other DBT. They also may not return if a following runner has scored.
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Originally posted by BigUmpJohn
Second, does the runner actually have to retouch home? They touched it once and there are no bases after that, so why is there a need to retouch?
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Because the runner is required to touch all bases whether advancing or retreating. In fact, if the runner did not retouch home, and beat the appeal back to 3rd, the runner could still be called out on appeal for missing home.