Bang-bang-thud obstruction question

[Paul L]

Originally Posted by JFA67

I saw this play happen at an NFHS game the other day. Seems to fit right in with this post.

R1 on third
R2 on second
Infield in.
B1 his a slow roller to F3. BR sprints towards first.
As she is running by F3, F3 attempts to tag her. BR speed and size advantage (D1 recruit) knocks ball out and F3 to the ground. The only contact was the glove hand and forearm of F3.
R1 scores.
What do you call?
I'll tell you what happened after you weigh in.

Unless BR intentionally knocks ball out of F3 grasp, then safe at first, all play stands. If intent, then BR out for INT and runners return to last base acquired at time of interference.

As for Irish's question, yes, the runner was out of the running lane. However the play occurred within a step or two of first, so BR has some leeway to get to the bag if she's in the lane. Also, her being out of the lane did not hinder the catch, and the throw was not from the home plate area anyway.

Does anyone disagree that this play cannot be a nothing under NFHS rules?