[txtrooper]

Jimmy, in ASA and Fed I make the call (delayed dead ball) when the infraction is committed. Stepping on the pitching rubber with the hands together is an illegal act and I believe that it should be called immediately. Stepping off the rubber does not negate the infraction in ASA or Fed ball, as far as I can remember. In the event that the pitcher fails to deliver the pitch, I will call time and make the proper award.