Definition of a fair ball

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Originally Posted by TheWhiteShadow

Just trying to make sure I understand completely. Please bear with me.

2-5-1-f: A fair ball is a batted ball which while on or over fair territory, touches the person of an umpire or player, their clothing or equipment.

Does clothing/equipment need to be worn by/attached to player/umpire?

Yes, in all juridictions of the USA.

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Post #5 Fri Feb 16, 2007, 03:30pm
Tim C
Registered User Join Date: Nov 2000
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Hmmm,
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CoachJM:
Bruce's questions are valid.
When is something "foreign" to the field?
You say a hat does not count . . . what about a glove (not on hand)?
Please direct me to a Federation reference that helps me understand what is "foreign" and what is not?

When do we draw the line . . . we know if it hits a pebble it can still role foul: what about a catcher's mask that unintentionally contacts the ball while the ball is in fair territory?
Some would contend that "foreign" does not mean equipment.
Regards,
(39/40 missed #33)
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Last edited by Tim C : Fri Feb 16, 2007 at 03:47pm.

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