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Question
The batter hits a slow dribbler between the pitcher and first base. The pitcher moves toward the ball but instead of picking it up and throwing to first base for the out, he decides to just kick the ball to the first baseman who steps on first base and the runner is out...or is there a rule against this?
Wayne,
There is no rule that says a fielder cannot kick the ball to the first baseman. However, if the umpire felt this action was to slow the game, or make a mockery of the game, then the pitcher could be ejected.
I hope this has helped. Should you have any other questions, please don't hesitate to ask!
-Martin Hoover
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Answers by Expert:
Martin Hoover
Expertise
Questions regarding the Rules and Regulations of Little League Baseball and Softball. Questions regarding the history and organization of Little League Baseball at local, state, regional, and international levels. Advise regarding certain operational procedures and recommendations to Local League representatives.
Experience
Volunteer Little League Umpire since 2000; 2003 Little League, Junior League, Senior League and Big League Softball European Regional Umpire; 2005 Little League Softball Western Regional Umpire; Member- Hesperia National(Hesperia, CA) Little League Board of Directors(2003-2004); President- Hesperia National Little League Board of Directors(2005-Present); 2007 Junior Softball Western Regional Umpire
Organizations
Little League Baseball, Inc is the main operational center. I fall under Little League Western Region, and California District 49. I currently serve as President of the Hesperia National Little League Board of Directors.
Education/Credentials
Western Regional Junior Umpire School(2000)(Named Outstanding Junior Umpire of the Western Region Area); Instructor - Little League Baseball Western Regional Outreach Clinics
Awards and Honors
Outstanding Junior Umpire of the Western Regional Area(2000)
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