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The play was the runner slid into 3rd and ball got away from defense. Both players were tangled up because of the slide and missed ball. Runner got up after struggle with defense and the bumping continued for about 5 to 8 feet between 3rd and home.
Offense argrued obstruction.
Defense argued interference because they were going after the ball.
I ruled obstruction and awarded home because it never stopped and was originally the issue. Was defense going after ball? Yes, but the cluster-tangle seemed mostly about obstructing the runner.....both were trying to get out from each other's way.
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Wish I'da umped before I played. What a difference it would'a made! 
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