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Originally Posted by 3SPORT
Here are the Rule Changes and POE for 2009 High School posted @ nfhs.org
2-8-2 Changed the definition of a bunt attempt to holding the bat in the strike zone and requiring the bat to be withdrawn in order to take a pitch.
Rationale: The new definition will make the bunt attempt easier for an umpire to determine and creates a better balance between offense and defense.
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I don't believe this is a good change and not for a second do I believe this makes anything easier for the umpire.
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6-1-4d
and Note Changed the pitching windup requirement to a maximum of one and a half clockwise revolutions. Previous note was deleted.
Rationale: Pitchers are attempting to gain an advantage by deceiving the batter. The rules change will make an illegal pitch easier to identify and enforcement more consistent.
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What?
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6-2-3 Penalty Changed the penalty for a pitcher exceeding the required 20-second time limit to a ball awarded to the batter - not an illegal pitch.
Rationale: The rules change makes a violation of the time to pitch by the pitcher consistent with a batter failing to be ready within 10 seconds after the ball has been returned to the pitcher. An illegal pitch penalty is excessive as it also awards runners one additional base.
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This one I like.
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2009 MAJOR EDITORIAL CHANGES
1-4-2 Clarified that one American flag (2 inch x 3 inch maximum) is permitted on the glove.
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Sure, a ball glove never gets thrown around in the mud, dirt or gets soiled with sweat.
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3-2-1
New Note Clarified that a state association may, on an individual basis, permit a player to participate while wearing a different style uniform for religious reasons.
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Oh, this is cute.
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7-3-1 Clarified that the timeframe for delivering the next pitch or being in the batter's box begins when the ball has been returned to the pitcher to prepare for the next pitch. Also clarified that a pitcher is committed to delivering the pitch when the hands are brought together.
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Well, that certainly puts a crimp in a pitcher needing to back off the pitcher's plate.