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Originally Posted by ggk
fly ball hits the top of an outfield fence - the portion that is painted yellow. the ball then bounces back into the outfield. some fields i have worked have considered this a home run during ground rules, some have not and they state that this ball would be in play and have to clear the fence completely for a home run.
why would the yellow line be considered a home run? would be a tough call wouldn't it? thoughts?
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A ground rule that permitted a home run for a ball striking the yellow and bouncing back would be an illegal ground rule and shall not be permitted. If a ball in flight leaves the field over fair territory, or strikes a foul pole, it is a home run, if not it is whatever it ends up being (double, triple, etc.).