Apply what rule? I apply every rule the book tells me to. There is no rule that forbids the use of dirt and/or chalk on the ball. Maybe it isn't addressed in the Rule Book because of the simple fact that dirt and/or chalk are already on the ball and putting on more makes no difference. If it's on the ball, it's going to get on the pitchers hand. What difference does it make if he/she puts on more dirt/chalk?
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Thomas Hamkens
North Dakota ASA Umpire
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