Substitution question

2016/7/15 17:21:32

Question
During the game the visiting team has one substitute player who enters the game in the 4th for the first batter in the lineup; later the teams catcher is injured, she bats 7th, the team wants to re-enter the lead off hitter and move the sub down to the catcher's position in the order. The leaque director stated that this is a "emergency rule" from ASA. I have my doubts. He stated that this is not a leaque rule, but ASA. 16 and under girls fast pitch.

Answer
Hi roger,

The LD is incorrect (to put it nicely).

The team must play shorthanded 8 with an out in the 7th spot. They would also play 8 on defense. That's why you save a sub.

B1 can only re-enter at B1 and sub B1 cannot bat anywhere else in the order. B1 and sub B1 cannot be in the game at the same time.

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