Runner struck by Batted ball.

Question
We are playing ASA softball. There is a runner on first with one out. The Batter hits a line drive to 1st base striking the runner standing on 1st base with the first basemen standing near the cut of the grass. What is the correct call?

Answer
Hi Rob,

When a runner is in contact with the base and struck with a fair batted ball, if the closest defensive player is behind the base, the ball is dead, the b-r is awarded 1st and all other runners advance only if forced.

If the closest defensive player is in front of the base the ball remains live

Mark