2009 Rule Changes NFHS

[IRISHMAFIA]

Originally Posted by 3SPORT

Here are the Rule Changes and POE for 2009 High School posted @ nfhs.org

2-8-2 Changed the definition of a bunt attempt to holding the bat in the strike zone and requiring the bat to be withdrawn in order to take a pitch.
Rationale: The new definition will make the bunt attempt easier for an umpire to determine and creates a better balance between offense and defense.

I don't believe this is a good change and not for a second do I believe this makes anything easier for the umpire.

6-1-4d
and Note Changed the pitching windup requirement to a maximum of one and a half clockwise revolutions. Previous note was deleted.
Rationale: Pitchers are attempting to gain an advantage by deceiving the batter. The rules change will make an illegal pitch easier to identify and enforcement more consistent.

What?

6-2-3 Penalty Changed the penalty for a pitcher exceeding the required 20-second time limit to a ball awarded to the batter - not an illegal pitch.
Rationale: The rules change makes a violation of the time to pitch by the pitcher consistent with a batter failing to be ready within 10 seconds after the ball has been returned to the pitcher. An illegal pitch penalty is excessive as it also awards runners one additional base.

This one I like.

2009 MAJOR EDITORIAL CHANGES

1-4-2 Clarified that one American flag (2 inch x 3 inch maximum) is permitted on the glove.

Sure, a ball glove never gets thrown around in the mud, dirt or gets soiled with sweat.

3-2-1
New Note Clarified that a state association may, on an individual basis, permit a player to participate while wearing a different style uniform for religious reasons.

Oh, this is cute.

7-3-1 Clarified that the timeframe for delivering the next pitch or being in the batter's box begins when the ball has been returned to the pitcher to prepare for the next pitch. Also clarified that a pitcher is committed to delivering the pitch when the hands are brought together.

Well, that certainly puts a crimp in a pitcher needing to back off the pitcher's plate.

[wadeintothem]

I think Irish for the most part pretty much summed up my thoughts on the major issues.

[CecilOne]

Originally Posted by wadeintothem

I think Irish for the most part pretty much summed up my thoughts on the major issues.

Me too, especially the flag, the arm rotation inconsistency with everyone else, and religious uniform.


Also, several of us responded to Diane Kolb' request for comments about 2008 rules on the NFHS site, but receipt was never confirmed.
http://www.nfhs.org/cgi-bin/ultimate...;f=13;t=000976

[Dakota]

Originally Posted by CecilOne

Me too, especially the flag, the arm rotation inconsistency with everyone else, and religious uniform.


Also, several of us responded to Diane Kolb' request for comments about 2008 rules on the NFHS site, but receipt was never confirmed.
http://www.nfhs.org/cgi-bin/ultimate...;f=13;t=000976

I responded to a NFHS survey on rules changes (for all the good it apparently did).

[Dakota]

Originally Posted by IRISHMAFIA

...Oh, this is cute...

What likely brought that about: D.C. High School Track Star Disqualified Over Muslim Uniform

[wadeintothem]

OK so Irish was wrong, its not cute, its lame.

[JefferMC]

Does anybody with a clue vote on NFHS rules changes?

[Skahtboi]

Originally Posted by JefferMC

Does anybody with a clue vote on NFHS rules changes?

From what I am seeing here, not likely.

[bkbjones]

Originally Posted by JefferMC

Does anybody with a clue vote on NFHS rules changes?

Yes. Her name is Diane Kolb, and she is my neighbor and friend. She is YOUR representative on the NFHS committee. She listens to anyone who has a clue about taking the time to call, e-mail or write instead of just being a reactionary and leashes out about stuff.

A list of rule changes to be considered was available to the public, including umpires, on the NFHS web site.

Anyone wanting to get in touch with Diane can PM me and I can make the connection happen.

[JefferMC]

Originally Posted by bkbjones

...

A list of rule changes to be considered was available to the public, including umpires, on the NFHS web site.

I guess it is my fault, but I had no idea that there was a publicly available list of pending rule changes. Or any idea what to do with my complaints.

[wadeintothem]

Originally Posted by JefferMC

I guess it is my fault, but I had no idea that there was a publicly available list of pending rule changes. Or any idea what to do with my complaints.

Post them here.

Its about as productive as anything else... or moreso.