DEFO/DP/Flex explanation

[Dakota]

Originally Posted by David Emerling

I don't have to "pretend" that it's complicated. All the evidence suggests that it IS.

David Emerling
Memphis, TN

I disagree. "All" the evidence does not "suggest" it is complicated. As can be seen from another thread, people can make even the force out rules complicated.

There are a number of articles posted (check the handout page on Softball Umpires) that will help you (or others) understand the rule.

I agree the ASA rule book is not the best reference for understanding this rule, but once the various aspects click, it is remarkable how uncomplicated it really is.