Intent is a judgement call, by the umpire, but I'm not sure it even applies in this case
Looking at my NFHS baseball rules, they state:
A batter shall not:
Interfere with the catcher's fielding or throwing by:
c. making any other movement which hinders actions at home plate, or the catchers attempt to play on a runner.
In High school rules at least, there is no mention of intent.
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