Pitching; ASA style

[Andy]

I will agree that the backward step allowance will not be removed from FED, but for a different reason.

It is easier to pitch with the backward step allowed for a less practiced pitcher. NFHS is as much about participation as competition (officially). The theory is that by allowing the backward step, more players are able to be pitchers.

In my experience, the best pitchers will pitch in the ASA style, starting with both feet on the pitchers plate. This is most likely due to the fact that they play ASA when they are not playing HS ball. It's difficult to learn and use two different pitching styles effectively.