catcher throw to first with only two strikes

Question
I think i saw this in an NCAA SEC softball game this weekend.  While a girl was batting the catcher threw the ball to first base with only two strikes on the hitter & it wasn't ball four, however the hitter was awarded first base? Did i see this correct & what is the rule?

Answer
Coach,

I don't do NCAA but speaking to high school, I can't think of any rule that award first base in your situation.

I know that there are rules in high school that require the catcher to throw directly to the pitcher.  Exceptions would be when the catcher is making a play on the runner or after a strike out.

Tom