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Originally Posted by NCASAUmp

Bear in mind that some fields have ground rules that specify what should happen during certain live play situations. We have one park that has normal, 6' high chain link fences around each field's live ball area. However, one field has a section of fence in the outfield that, for 60', is about 25'-30' tall and is a completely different color. Ground rules at that field state that the ball must still clear the fence for it to be declared a home run. Other parks may have a similar physical setup, but may rule it differently for whatever reason (ie., Green Monster at Fenway).

Beyond any field/league-specific ground rules, the ruling is correct. 2 bases.

That stresses the importance of the pre game meeting with the coaches.Cover all ground rules unique to the field you are umpiring on.Excellent point,Dave.

Jeff