In ASA it's technically illegal by 6.1D which says
Quote:
While on the pitcher’s plate, the pitcher shall take the signal or appear to
take a signal with the hands separated. The ball must remain in either the
glove or pitching hand.
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But there is also the arguement (which I agree with) of how do I know when she really took the signal, as long as she pauses to simulate taking the signal prior to bring the hands together I would say it's ok. I would talk to the pitcher, or their coach depending on the age etc. and tell them that this can be judged as illegal it would be better to take the signal with the hands apart to remove any doubt.