Anybody start their test yet?

[urout17]

I'm about 3/4 done and came across two questions, back to back, that are almost exactly the same except for answer "C" in both.  I found the rule in the book, Appendix F, 11-11.  Is the difference in there just for confusion??  I'm I correct in assuming the answer is "D" for both questions?

Thanks for any help.

[grayhawk]

Since both questions have the same correct A and B answers, the correct answer must be All of the above on both.

 

 

[Richvee]

You are correct. But the way it was worded raised a question in my mind. I was under the impression, if we already had a reset with a runner on, and then we have a warning for starting to come set too soon, isn't a ball added because it's the second reset to the same batter?

The way C is worded in #55 doesn't really say that.

"With any runners on base, the initial warning is also the reset for that at-bat (even if the reset has already been used during the at-bat). Any further violations will result in a ball added to the count."

App F 11B would suggest the reset due to the early start is the second reset and a ball is added. 

[grayhawk]

49 minutes ago, Richvee said:

You are correct. But the way it was worded raised a question in my mind. I was under the impression, if we already had a reset with a runner on, and then we have a warning for starting to come set too soon, isn't a ball added because it's the second reset to the same batter?

The way C is worded in #55 doesn't really say that.

"With any runners on base, the initial warning is also the reset for that at-bat (even if the reset has already been used during the at-bat). Any further violations will result in a ball added to the count."

App F 11B would suggest the reset due to the early start is the second reset and a ball is added. 

I seem to recall that last year there was a lot of confusion on this point. Maybe they are clearing that up through this test. Whether there was a previous reset or not during that at-bat, with runner(s) on base, a pitcher starting his motion before the batter is alert and ready (for the first time) is a warning and a reset. Next time is a ball in all cases.

[grayhawk]

How about this one:

Seems to me that both A and C are correct, but maybe A is MOST correct? Certainly, we are told that with runners on base, when F1 toes the rubber and his free foot in front that we are to assume that he's in the set position unless he notifies us that he's pitching from the windup. So it seems that A should be the answer. Thoughts?

[orangebird]

I had no idea warm weather states already got to see the test 😳

[Richvee]

3 hours ago, grayhawk said:

How about this one:

Seems to me that both A and C are correct, but maybe A is MOST correct? Certainly, we are told that with runners on base, when F1 toes the rubber and his free foot in front that we are to assume that he's in the set position unless he notifies us that he's pitching from the windup. So it seems that A should be the answer. Thoughts?

I went with C. “A”simply states the foot touches the plate. Doesn’t say parallel.   The answer “C” is word for word in 9-1-b 

[Richvee]

2 hours ago, orangebird said:

I had no idea warm weather states already got to see the test 😳

This is the NCAA test. Nation wide. 

[scubabob34]

17 hours ago, grayhawk said:

I seem to recall that last year there was a lot of confusion on this point. Maybe they are clearing that up through this test. Whether there was a previous reset or not during that at-bat, with runner(s) on base, a pitcher starting his motion before the batter is alert and ready (for the first time) is a warning and a reset. Next time is a ball in all cases.

Bruns cleared this up in one of his "Responses to Submitted Rules Questions" memos his put out on February 28th last year.  The memo was 7 pages, but here is the relevant section:

[grayhawk]

5 hours ago, scubabob34 said:

Bruns cleared this up in one of his "Responses to Submitted Rules Questions" memos his put out on February 28th last year.  The memo was 7 pages, but here is the relevant section:

Perfect, thanks.

[Umpire in Chief]

I do not miss taking that test... Not the best written, but overall if you paid attention in one of the regional meetings you should come out okay on the new rules questions. 

[grayhawk]

I've submitted and missed one and can't figure out which one it is. Thoughts on this one? I suppose it's possible for the batter to swing and not hinder the catcher, but I don't like how answer A is written saying it's legal if the bat does not "contact" the ball or the catcher.

[Richvee]

8 minutes ago, grayhawk said:

I've submitted and missed one and can't figure out which one it is. Thoughts on this one? I suppose it's possible for the batter to swing and not hinder the catcher, but I don't like how answer A is written saying it's legal if the bat does not "contact" the ball or the catcher.

Nope. That’s not it. That’s correct. 

[MRG9999]

I am taking the 2026 NCAA test as well and noticed that the questions that are referenced here are not in the same order as I see on my test.  Example: the question 36 of 60 referenced above is my question 13 of 60.  Same question same answer choices.   

[grayhawk]

1 hour ago, MRG9999 said:

I am taking the 2026 NCAA test as well and noticed that the questions that are referenced here are not in the same order as I see on my test.  Example: the question 36 of 60 referenced above is my question 13 of 60.  Same question same answer choices.   

Yup. The questions are randomized for each person, and attempt 1 will also have a different order from attempt 2 (if you take it twice).

[MRG9999]

Question in NCAA rules test.
 

R1, one out, 3-2 count. The pitcher balks during the delivery of the next pitch to B3 which is a wild pitch in the dirt that gets past the catcher and goes all the way to the backstop. R1 is a fast runner and is able to go all the way to third base. B3 stops at first base.

Select Correct Answer

a) The umpires should have called “time” as soon as the pitcher balked. No pitch. Return R1 to second base and B3 continues at bat with a 3-2 count.

b) All runners including the batter-runner advanced at least one base, so play proceeds without reference to the balk.

c) Call the balk and the wild pitch for ball four. Put R1 at second base and B3 at first base.

 

I went with B thinking the balk was called, but it was a wild pitch and all runners including the batter-runner advanced at least 1 base so play stands without reference to the balk. delayed dead ball. 

[grayhawk]

8 hours ago, MRG9999 said:

Question in NCAA rules test.
 

R1, one out, 3-2 count. The pitcher balks during the delivery of the next pitch to B3 which is a wild pitch in the dirt that gets past the catcher and goes all the way to the backstop. R1 is a fast runner and is able to go all the way to third base. B3 stops at first base.

Select Correct Answer

a) The umpires should have called “time” as soon as the pitcher balked. No pitch. Return R1 to second base and B3 continues at bat with a 3-2 count.

b) All runners including the batter-runner advanced at least one base, so play proceeds without reference to the balk.

c) Call the balk and the wild pitch for ball four. Put R1 at second base and B3 at first base.

 

I went with B thinking the balk was called, but it was a wild pitch and all runners including the batter-runner advanced at least 1 base so play stands without reference to the balk. delayed dead ball. 

Correct

[urout17]

I finished but haven't submitted yet and just going over a few.  I swear I over think this stuff.  The questions states U1 is positioned a steps beyond the INITIAL position of F3.  Could that mean when the ball was hit F3 repositioned himself in front of U1? I found 6-1-C and 6-1-H.

Any help is appreciated.

[alex7]

34 minutes ago, urout17 said:

I finished but haven't submitted yet and just going over a few.  I swear I over think this stuff.  The questions states U1 is positioned a steps beyond the INITIAL position of F3.  Could that mean when the ball was hit F3 repositioned himself in front of U1? I found 6-1-C and 6-1-H.

Any help is appreciated.

I have C on this.

I believe they clarify U1 position so umpires don't get confused thinking possibly in 2-man, it might hit you while you're inside (making it interference), despite there being no runners on.

[Kevin_K]

Don't overthink and don't insert scenarios that aren't in the question(s).

U1 starts behind F3. Batted ball passes F3. Fair batted ball hits U1. F3 grabs the ball before it hits the ground. Make your call.