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Originally Posted by tibear
Without going overboard on calling the game, I was wondering what is the exact rule with regards to F3 holding a runner at first.
Section c indicates that F3 must be in fair territory but does that mean both feet must be in fair territory or one toe? What is the penalty if F3 is completely in foul territory or is this one of those rules without a designated penalty and simply a "please don't do that".
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In OBR, both feet are supposed to be in fair territory. Any part of the foot touching the line is considered to be in fair territory. There is no penalty - it's simply a "don't do that." Most umpires ignore it unless the violation is extreme (like F7 standing in foul territory to back up third base for a possible pick off at third - which I actually saw in a game once) or a coach complains. Then you enforce it against both teams.
In FED, F3 must have at least one foot in fair territory. If he doesn't, by rule it's a balk (if I recall correctly). But I've never seen anyone call it.