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I won't draw a line, but if the batter is not set up within the box, I'll let them know they should move up, in, or out.
As for calling them for being out of the box on contact, I won't call it unless it's obvious. If there are correct lines, great, it makes my job easier, and I'll ring 'em for it. If not, then it's up to the umpire to be reasonable with the application of the rule.
A number of years ago, I used to maintain the fields before the games for a summer (GREAT summer job for a college kid - drinking Cokes, sitting on a tractor, playing in dirt and getting a great tan). I learned that the outside corners of the ASA boxes stretch out into fair territory by a few inches.
One of the fields where I call now has had the incorrect box laid out for the last 6 years or so. It looks to be 2 and 1/2 feet by 6 feet, and the boxes here seem to stop at or a little short of the foul line. As such, I'll give a little leniency towards a batter if their foot looks to be close.
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Dave
I haven't decided if I should call it from the dugout or the outfield. Apparently, both have really great views!
Screw green, it ain't easy being blue!
I won't be coming here that much anymore. I might check in now and again.
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