Strike zone defined by ground?

[DeputyUICHousto]

Originally Posted by IRISHMAFIA

Actually, at the higher levels, the expect a ball which lands between the BB lines to be called a strike if in the zone. Unlike many FP folks, they understand (and that is scary by itself) that if the ball is between those lines, some part of it probably crossed the plate.

Irish,

I have to agree. The "Adult T-Baller's" really do like it when you call corners. One of the problems I've noticed with the "Adult T-Baller's" is that most play USSSA and when they come to play ASA they aren't used to that 12' arc. They get used to it in a hurry though.

[ronald]

between the lines is one thing and on the line is another thing.

Also depends on how close the inner edge of the line is to the plate. If it is 5 or six inches, then the ball can fit between the two and not nick the plate. Do not believe, ask Bart Hadley.

[IRISHMAFIA]

Originally Posted by ronald

between the lines is one thing and on the line is another thing.

Also depends on how close the inner edge of the line is to the plate. If it is 5 or six inches, then the ball can fit between the two and not nick the plate. Do not believe, ask Bart Hadley.

And how many pitches in any game come in an pass the plate on a parallel path to the sides?

Originally Posted by ronald

between the lines is one thing and on the line is another thing.

Also depends on how close the inner edge of the line is to the plate. If it is 5 or six inches, then the ball can fit between the two and not nick the plate. Do not believe, ask Bart Hadley.

Then you haven't seen the curve balls I'm seeing in USSSA Class C and D men's...and Class C womens. These folks can throw some sliders that make for some great strikes. Many of these people play in ASA too, so you'll see your share eventually if you haven't.