ASA Test #49

[MrRabbit]

Originally Posted by Dakota

Rule 2-8-2.

I pulled this from Cactus Umpires web site... 2009 NFHS Changes

2-8-2 Changed the definition of a bunt attempt to holding the bat in the strike zone and requiring the bat to be withdrawn in order to take a pitch.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.

What seems not to be available is any information on a description of how it is to be called ?

It states: "In order to take a pitch, the bat must be withdrawn – pulled backward and away from the ball."

That could be used to say a pitch thrown behind or over the head and out of reach of a batter could not be called a strike.

But what about the pitch that bounces through the strike zone or is waist high and a foot outside etc.

I have ask around to sources that might know and if they have information on how to call this and have received no replies.