NCAA 2009 Rule Changes

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Originally Posted by IRISHMAFIA

Even with 3 umpires, from either side, there will be no depth perception to tell if the entire foot is outside the line. And it certainly isn't going to help that these lines will become so obliterated, it will be even more difficult. As previously stated, the idea is commendable and there will be a few more calls made, but I think this is more of a threat to the pitcher and coach than actually getting more calls.

The rule rationale states "To be considered inside the pitcher’s lane, the pitcher shall not have any part of her foot in contact with the ground completely outside of any part of a line that defines the pitcher’s lane." Underline added for emphasis.

It may be a misstatement, but the entire foot does not have to be outside to be illegal. The entire foot must be inside to be legal.

That is somewhat easier to determine; like the entire foot must be inside the batters box at the start of the pitch.