Umpiring Fastpitch Softball
A Deep Dive into Fastpitch Softball Officiating
Episode 87 - NFHS Double First Base
2026-04-08
In this episode, we go over situations for the double first base (rule 8-11, formerly 8-10) in NFHS softball.
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Episode 81 - Are You that Other Umpire?
2026-02-25
In this episode, we tackle a question related to a phrase you've probably heard on the field, the dreaded "other umpire".
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Episode 80 - 2026 NFHS Rule Changes
2026-02-18
In this episode, we take a look at the rules changes for 2026 in NFHS.
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Episode 79 - NFHS Points of Emphasis 2026
2026-02-11
In this episode, we discuss the NFHS Points of emphasis for 2026.
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Episode 75 - Clearing the Cleats
2026-01-14
In this episode, we take a look at NCAA Approved Ruling 10-8 regarding an interpretation of the pitching rules.
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Episode 71 - The Look Back Rule
2025-06-25
In this episode, we respond to a listener question about the look back rule and also give our opinions on a scenario encountered in a game.
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Episode 65 - Ejections
2025-05-14
In this episode, we talk about ejections and what can get you ejected in High School and College.
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Episode 62 - "Appealing" Behavior and Other Scenarios
2025-04-23
In this episode, we take a look at 3 more real, in-game scenarios and break down the rules behind each.
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Episode 61 - Can a Runner Unscore?
2025-04-16
In this episode, we take a look at a play that happened recently during an NCAA game.
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Episode 58 - OHSAA White Book: Rules Reminders
2025-03-26
In this episode, we cover the rules reminders that are presented in the 2025 OHSAA White Book.
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Episode 57 - OHSAA Points of Emphasis for 2025
2025-03-19
In this episode, we talk about our state association's points of emphasis for this season.
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Episode 56 - NFHS and NCAA Rule Differences
2025-03-12
In this episode, we talk about the distinct differences in rules between high school and college.
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