mens softball

Question
runner on third- batter hits line drive which hits runner while his foot is on the base-ball was in fair territory. Whats the call?

Answer
Hi Ben,

What happens in ASA play depends on where the closest defensive player (in this case almost always the 3rd baseman) was playing.

If F5 was playing in front of 3rd base we continue to have a live ball and play continues.

If F5 was playing behind 3rd base we have a dead ball, b-r is awarded 1st base and all other runners advance only if forced.

That's the call.

Mark