Balk? Coming to Set...

[GarthB]

Originally Posted by David B

That's a balk.

He must first have his foot in contact with the rubber and then come to the set position.

Similiar to the player who comes to the set, and then separates his hands before stepping back of the rubber.

Thanks
David

In and of itself, this is not a balk.

If, however, you determined that he is doing this to quick pitch a batter, that would be an illegal pitch and a balk under 8.05 (e)

If he is not quick pitching, tell him to take the rubber with his hands apart.