ASA Lookback Rule

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Originally Posted by David Emerling

What would constitute the pitcher making a play on BR?

1. The pitcher moves toward the advancing BR, yet remains within the circle. She doesn't make any throw or fakes.

This would not be considered making a play on a runner. Simply walking within the circle in the direction of any runner does not constitute making a play.

2. The pitcher turns toward the advancing BR, raises her arm with the ball in hand as if to make a throw, but makes no throw nor fake.

This would be considered making a play on a runner. Once the arm goes up, that's all it takes.

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