ASA Proposed Rule Changes of Note

[wadeintothem]

Sounds pretty good. Interesting is all the hubbub at the 18Gs about the grip attachements only to (probably) have it changed this year.

Good to see the cleat changes.

I think the pitching distance change is what parents/coaches think they want not realizing how badly most of their pitchers struggle even at 40'. I think they think their pitchers are better than they are. This change will help the top pitchers and hurt the vast majority of mediocre pitchers.. but if its what they want, oh well.

I experienced it several times last weekend with teams playing up to 18's expecting me to adjust my zone so their mediocre pitchers could get a strike.

Banning electrical equipment sounds like an unnecessary PITA.

I guess no news on whether the 18gs will be moving around?

[AtlUmpSteve]

Originally Posted by wadeintothem

I guess no news on whether the 18gs will be moving around?

Actually, 3 different proposals, I believe 2 of 3 may have passed.

One has it always being voted on and awarded like every other tournament. Second has it on OKC every 3rd year, with the Executive Director placing it in the off years.

The one I believe failed had it in OKC every 5th year, with the other 4 voted on and awarded.

Pretty sure one of the two will be the final outcome; surprising to me, #2 seems the favorite. Will be fought, as some want the membership to make all such decisions, and not give up any opportunities.

[IRISHMAFIA]

Originally Posted by wadeintothem

I guess no news on whether the 18gs will be moving around?

Actually, Steve addressed that.

The change was to allow the Executive Director designate the location.

At the time, I was sitting with a particular ASA member whom I believe has an inside track. One of the Past Presidents jokingly mentioned "trusting" RR to place the tournament around the country, including the possibility of Altoona, PA.

I turned to this individual and said, "I see it more like a rotation of Anaheim, OKC & Orlando".

[wadeintothem]

Originally Posted by IRISHMAFIA

Actually, Steve addressed that.

The change was to allow the Executive Director designate the location.

At the time, I was sitting with a particular ASA member whom I believe has an inside track. One of the Past Presidents jokingly mentioned "trusting" RR to place the tournament around the country, including the possibility of Altoona, PA.

I turned to this individual and said, "I see it more like a rotation of Anaheim, OKC & Orlando".

He could throw Georgia a bone. If it wasnt for their weather, that place aint half bad.

As long as we dont have to go to Texas, least of all Midland.. its all good though.