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WELCOME !
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This presentation was developed in total by;
Lee “Batman” Batterman
Umpire Consultant for CA-D62 Little League
And was initially meant to be used in our local training program. However, due to the large number of request for the presentation, the developer has decided to release it for general use.
The use of this presentation, or any edited form of this presentation, is granted by the developer to any individual or group. The developer understands that once released, the control of content and display are lost. The developer asks that the HEADER be maintained.
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The 40
Most Misunderstood
Rules in
Little League
Baseball
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The hands are considered part of the bat, and NO base shall be awarded if the Batter is hit in the hands by the Pitch?
True or False
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False
The hands are part of a person's body.
If a pitch hits the batter's hands the ball is dead; if he/she swung at the pitch, a strike is called (NOT a foul).
If he/she was avoiding the pitch, he/she is awarded first base.
Rule 2.00 Touch, Strike, Person, 5.09 (a)