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[QUOTE=ChuckElias]Could someone briefly explain what the orange base is? My 10-year-old daughter is playing softball for the first time and I've never seen the "double" base at first before. And, of course, I was asked to coach first base last game.
What is its purpose?
Supposedly a safety issue.
Is either part supposed to be in foul territory?
Yes, the orange colored portion.
Does the runner have to stay on the white part?
Yes, Once she has reached 1st, yes she must be positioned on the white portion.
If not, doesn't that give them an extra step toward second base?
No extra step, the white portion is in fair territory in same position as if utilizing one base.
Can the ball pass over either part and still be fair?
Must pass over the white portion which is in fair ground.
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