Interference / Force Play Slide

[David B]

Originally Posted by rei

I rest my case from my last post.

And I think you are possibly missing the point of the rule. If he doesn't veer away from the fielder, than he MUST slide to not be called for interference. His "intent" has NOTHING to do with anything. I am no mind reader, and don't think I will ever gain that skill. FED and NCAA doesn't require me to read minds and figure "intent" with this rule. Avoid, slide, or get nailed for interference. It is really as simple as that.

Not even close. I don't have time today, but will look up in my archives and find you the exact FED ruling/interpretation.

I've just read your other posts, and obviously you don't know what you are talking/writing about as far as this rule.

Intent has everything to do with this rule on this type of play. Others have tried to tell you also, you can never make a call simply because the "runner must slide" as the rules simply tell you this is never required.

The other side of this rule is that simply because you "do" slide, that does not protect you totally. It must be legal, etc.,

And yes FED rules and NCAA both require you to read intent on a variety of calls - FPSR, and also others such as Interference and of course Obstruction.

Thanks
David