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What does the DP do in softball?
Basically the DP is a player designated to BAT ONLY for one of the 9 starting defensive players, but with some additional defensive options. Prior to the start of the game you must choose which defensive player you want the DP to bat for.
How do you use Flex and DP in softball?
DP/Flex are joined at the hip with respect to the batting order. If both players are in the game, the Flex has number 10 in the batting order (i.e. she does not bat). The only place in the batting order that either DP or the Flex can bat is the place the DP occupied at the beginning of the game.
What is the difference between DH and DP?
DP = player you would have called the DH. Put her where you want her in the lineup. FLEX = your pitcher.
What is the look back rule in softball?
LOOK-BACK RULE 8-7-4a A batter-runner who rounds first base toward second base may stop, but then must immediately, without stopping, return to first or attempt to advance to second base.
Can flex pinch run DP?
The FLEX can bat or run, but only for the original DP. As such, the DP and the FLEX CANNOT be on offense at the same time.
What does DP stand for?
| Acronym | Definition |
|---|---|
| DP | Domestic Partnership |
| DP | Double Precision |
| DP | Distribution Point |
| DP | Display Picture (internet chat) |
Can a DP play the field?
Only one (DP or Flex) may play offense at a time and it must be in the DP’s spot in the batting order. Both (DP and Flex) may play defense at the same time by having the DP replace any defensive player on the field (that player then remains in her spot in the batting order and is known as the OP).
Can you steal in softball?
Stealing & Drop Third Strike Leading off is not allowed in fast pitch softball – players are permitted to steal bases, provided they do not leave the base before the pitcher has released the ball. A runner on 1st or 2nd can advance/steal only one base per pitch even in the event of an overthrow in live ball territory.
Can a runner go back to first after touching second?
(a) Batter hits ball out of park or ground rule double and misses first base (ball is dead)_he may return to first base to correct his mistake before he touches second but if he touches second he may not return to first and if defensive team appeals he is declared out at first.
What is the DP flex rule?
The primary purpose of the Designated Player (DP)/ Flex rule is to create flexibility in the lineup that allows you to compete with 10 players: eight players who will play both offense and defense and two players who will be specialists–one playing just offense and one playing just defense.
Can a flex player be used as a DP in softball?
Unlike the designated hitter in baseball, the DP in Softball can bat for any position player, not just the pitcher. If the DP is used, the FLEX player has to be used.
What does the DP stand for in baseball?
Basically the DP is a player designated to BAT ONLY for one of the 9 starting defensive players, but with some additional defensive options. Prior to the start of the game you must choose which defensive player you want the DP to bat for. This player becomes the FLEX and plays DEFENSE ONLY, but with some additional offensive options.
Can a flex player bat for a pitcher in softball?
To know this rule, ASA Rule 4 Section3, is to love it – trust me! Unlike the designated hitter in baseball, the DP in Softball can bat for any position player, not just the pitcher. If the DP is used, the FLEX player has to be used.
How many players can a DP be on a team?
A team using the DP starts the game with 10 Players on the line up. The DP is to be listed as one of the top 9 players with the 10th player ALWAYS being called the Flex, and must be listed in the 10th spot on the line up card.