Confused again - batting gloves in pocket

[Tru_in_Blu]

Originally Posted by AtlUmpSteve

While there may be no specific written rule against the back pocket itself hanging out, and it is a nit I would hardly care to pick, I think we can agree that the pocket wasn't designed to hang out, therefore it isn't being worn properly.

Well, maybe that back pocket flappin' out there in the breeze could be a likely target for a swipe tag and an out.

[AtlUmpSteve]

Originally Posted by Tru_in_Blu

Well, maybe that back pocket flappin' out there in the breeze could be a likely target for a swipe tag and an out.

One can only hope so.

Of course, that would probably lead to another NCAA rule, if it went against someone with any pull.

[SC Ump]

Originally Posted by Tru_in_Blu

Well, maybe that back pocket flappin' out there in the breeze could be a likely target for a swipe tag and an out.

I'm I imagining correctly that you've told a coach on occasion, "Sure she tagged her; got her right on the improperly untucked shirttail."

[CelticNHBlue]

Actually, the derivation of the rule came about because a glove was hanging out of the back pocket and became dislodged during a slide. The play continued and at a later point in the play, the ball came into contact with the dislodged glove and the blocked ball argument began.

Yes, the rule is reactionary, what can we do when the coaches are in charge of making and changing rules.

[IRISHMAFIA]

Originally Posted by CelticNHBlue

Actually, the derivation of the rule came about because a glove was hanging out of the back pocket and became dislodged during a slide. The play continued and at a later point in the play, the ball came into contact with the dislodged glove and the blocked ball argument began.

Hence the reason changes should be tempered with common sense.

What happens if her glasses fall off and is hit by the ball?

[youngump]

Originally Posted by IRISHMAFIA

What happens if her glasses fall off and is hit by the ball?

The rules refer to detached equipment used in the game. So if they are eyeglasses they are fine, if they are sunglasses you have to make a judgment as to whether the sun would have been in her eyes before ruling.
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[Rich Ives]

Originally Posted by youngump

The rules refer to detached equipment used in the game. So if they are eyeglasses they are fine, if they are sunglasses you have to make a judgment as to whether the sun would have been in her eyes before ruling.

OK so sunglasses may or may not be OK but how about if the earrings clash with the headband? Isn't that a distraction of some type?

[Andy]

Originally Posted by Rich Ives

OK so sunglasses may or may not be OK but how about if the earrings clash with the headband? Isn't that a distraction of some type?

...or the studs in the nose, or the lip rings, or the.....

[CelticNHBlue]

Originally Posted by IRISHMAFIA

Hence the reason changes should be tempered with common sense.

What happens if her glasses fall off and is hit by the ball?

I agree, Mike. The question came down to properly worn equipment. Which is also why NCAA specifically states that sunglasses are considered properly worn both over the eyes and on the brim of the hat (for those intermittent cloudy days).

[IRISHMAFIA]

Originally Posted by CelticNHBlue

I agree, Mike. The question came down to properly worn equipment. Which is also why NCAA specifically states that sunglasses are considered properly worn both over the eyes and on the brim of the hat (for those intermittent cloudy days).

Just for discussion, let's go a step further. College players have been known to shed their helmets when running and some are very adept to making it look accidental.

Of all the things a player could discard or lose on the field that could affect the path of a thrown ball, its going to be the helmet.

[MA Softball Ump]

"The values of softball competition are based on good sporting behavior and fair play. The following are examples, although not limited to, of unsporting behavior: A. Uniforms not worn properly, such as jerseys not tucked in, sleeves rolled under, and caps worn backwards...." [Umpire Manual at p.134]