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Visual Obstruction
I have looked over the book for this one and I have been unable to find anything. In a Fed game an umpire told me that if my shortstop cuts between the runner on a pickoff play and the runner is subsequently picked off by the pitcher and second baseman, the shortstop could be called for visual obstruction.
I am not saying this is not true, but I can't find a reference anywhere. Any Fed rule references would be greatly appreciated. |
harmbu,
This is a "point not covered" in the FED rules. The BRD (section 341) suggests treating as NCAA does. Following is the text of the applicable NCAA rule: Quote:
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So, there is not an explicit rule in FED. There is ample precedent for calling it. It makes sense to me. JM |
Thanks
Thanks for the information. But how do I show someone that there is no such thing as visual obstruction? It is difficult to prove a negative.
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I think you might be confusing what you're being told here. PWL pointed out that in this play there's no visual obstruction, that's not to say there's no such thing as visual obstruction. I think John gave you a decent example of what could be considered visual obstruction in a given situation. It boils down to the umpires judgment. If he feels the defensive player intentionally interfered with the runners ability to see the ball then he's right to call it.
Tim. |
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