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On another forum, in answer to a question about overrunning 1st, I posted this:
The books say the runner is only liable to be put out if the runner makes an attempt to go to 2nd. The "turn right" myth is the result of coaches teaching that to players, so they will be seen as deliberately not trying for 2nd. It's good teaching, but players and others assume it is a rule because it is what they hear. Of course, a runner can "turn right" 270 degrees and still run toward 2nd, so umpire judgement and alertness is a factor.
Any comment?
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