High School Baseball Controversy

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
High school baseball game ends in controversy as a game-tying home run is waved off due to a runner not touching home plate, resulting in a 3-0 win for Mount Olive over Northern Highlands.

Key Points

  • Runner was ruled to have not touched home plate, nullifying the game-tying home run
  • Confusion and arguments ensued between the teams and the umpire
  • Mount Olive eventually won the game 3-0

Pros

  • Umpire made a decisive call based on the rules of the game
  • Shows the intensity and passion in high school sports

Cons

  • Controversial call led to disappointment and frustration for Northern Highlands team