USSSA - Runner hit by batted ball

[IRISHMAFIA]

Originally Posted by pompetti

What would the call be in ASA? Untouched batted ball hits R1 standing on 2B.

Anytime a fair, untouched batted ball hit a runner in contact with the base, the runner is NOT out unless s/he acted in a manner to interfere with the ball/play.

The status of the ball depends on the location of the nearest fielder. If that fielder was playing in front of the runner, the ball is live. If that fielder was playing behind the runner, it is a dead ball, the BR is awarded 1B and any runner forced to advance due the award is advanced. All other runners return.

[wadeintothem]

You have have failed to present enough information to adequately answer this utrip scenario.

I need to know:

1. What was the score/inning situation and who was affected by a potential irritating call?
2. Which of the coaches was more excitable? Was one easy going and you could step on him without issue while the other an powder keg?
3. Was there an accessible and detectable path of least resistance?

You must first take all these things into account... THEN go to the rule book. Where there is conflict, follow the chosen path of least resistance.

If the rule is vague, kinda make stuff up a little to sooth it over.


Hope this helps.