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Originally Posted by Mark T. DeNucci, Sr.
NFHS Rules.
Now lets change Play 1 slightly.
Play 2: Batter hits a grounder that is fielded by F6 deep in the hole. F6 throws to F3 to get the B/R out at first base. During F6's throw to F3, R3 scores and and then takes a position facing home plate about six feet up the first base line in fair territory in a direct line between F3 and F2 who is at home plate.
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Whether OBR / NCAA or FED, Interference on a thrown ball as opposed to a batted ball requires intent. Since we are not mind readers, the question we should ask is this
Is the player doing what they should be doing.
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R3 scores and and then takes a position facing home plate about six feet up the first base line in fair territory in a direct line between F3 and F2 who is at home plate.
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That is not what R3 should be doing after they score. They should be heading back to the dugout. Why is R3 taking a position in a direct line between F3 and F2?
Answer: In all liklihood to prevent F2 from receiving the throw and making a play on his teammate.
In Summary from what you describe I have interference because of R3's actions.
Pete Booth