AboutJohn McInnis Expertise I would prefer questions regarding coaching from atom to pee-wee, ages 7 to 14. I have no problems answering questions about coaching other sports. General questions: baseball rules, setting up a little league, establishing emergency action plans, coaching skills, techniques, discipline, rewards, sport/league promotion.
Experience played 10 years (approx.)in organized (local) baseball.
8 years coaching experience
Organizations Coaching Association of Canada
3M National Coaching Certification
Question If a foul ball is hit, must the runner on base "re-tag" his base?
Situation: Man on 2nd base leading off, the batter fouls one to the screen (the foul ball is not caught by a defender). Does the baserunner need to retag the base or can he remain off the base until he decides to advance?
If the baserunner is required to re-tag his base, at which point do you request the umpire appeal?
Answer Hi Tad,
yes, a runner should always tag up after a foul ball is hit. Its good practice and it will ensure that the runner can advance. Even though a foul ball is 'dead', it's good practice for the runner to tag up. Without tagging up, the runner cannot advance before touching the time-at-bat base.
