New Umpire Questions

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Originally Posted by Blackie

Since when is the black edge of Home Plate considered part of the Plate. The rule defines the Plate as 17" wide. The black edge is not included.

Believe that if you please, but every softball organization with which I am involved says that it is.

And before you start arguing, this is from the 2009 ASA UIC Clinic guide:

Home Plate:
a) If a pitch crosses over the black portion of the plate, it is assumed the pitch crossed over the white portion.
b) If the catcher is touching the black portion of the plate on a force out, it is considered to be also touching the
white portion.
c) If a runner touches the black portion of the plate, it is considered they also touched the white portion.
d) (Slow Pitch) If the ball touches the black portion of the plate, it is considered to have also touched the white

portion.