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Old Mon Jun 11, 2007, 10:21am
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Originally Posted by MJT
I don't like the rule much, but Iowa has an adaptation for obstruction.
OBSTRUCTION PENALTY---The obstructed runner shall be awarded a minimum of one base beyond the last base legally touched prior to where the obstruction occurred.

So, in your play, the runner will get third base no matter what.
Of course, Iowa was the last State to play girls basketball with 6 on a side, defenders not allowed to cross mid-court.
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